3838 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
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OFF MARKET

$267,200

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,312 sqft (on 1.05 acres)

3838 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Est. Refi. Payment $1,797/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Sep 20, 2024 for $176,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$267K
Since last month
Decreased$5K (-1.9%)
Since last year
Increased$90K (+50.8%)
Since last sale
Increased$91K (+51.8%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +79% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$267K
August 2026$267K
July 2026$273K
June 2026$270K
May 2026$250K
April 2026$215K
March 2026$185K
February 2026$177K
January 2026$175K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
3914 E Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$230,500
10/23/25
3
2
1,066
3708 E 39th St, Des Moines, IA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$142,000
12/19/25
3
1
1,214
3250 E Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.50
Single-Family Home
$165,000
10/27/25
4
2
1,689
3419 E 37th St, Des Moines, IA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$130,000
11/26/25
3
1
997
3414 E 35th St, Des Moines, IA
0.41
Single-Family Home
$166,000
05/05/26
3
2
850
3429 Belmar Dr, Des Moines, IA
0.32
Single-Family Home
$175,000
10/31/25
3
2
960
3429 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$165,000
06/26/26
3
1
1,008

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
3924-3926 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.08
$268,000
5
4
2,640
Recently Sold
3871 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.09
$225,500
2
2
952
Off Market
3757 E Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.12
$210,400
3
1.5
912
Off Market
3706 Belmar Dr, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.18
$205,800
3
2
912
Off Market
4001 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.19
$365,800
4
3.5
2,474
Off Market
3624 E Euclid Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.22
$236,100
3
1
1,056
Off Market
3707 Belmar Dr, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.19
$231,000
5
2
912
Off Market
3914 E Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.20
$231,100
3
2
1,066
Off Market
3701 Belmar Dr, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.20
$115,600
3
2
1,005
Off Market
3607 E 38th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.21
$208,800
3
1
1,008
Off Market
3524 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.24
$175,500
1
1
848
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 3838 E 38th St.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1977
Lot Size
1.05 acres
Living Area
1,312 sqft
Price/Sqft
$204
Parking
2 Car Garage

About this House

Have you been looking for some extra room? Maybe a bigger yard or more garage space. This home has both! With over of an acre of space and a 2 car garage attached along with an additional 26x24 building this home has the room you have been looking for. As you enter the home you will find a large living room and dining area. This leads into your open kitchen where all appliances do stay. On the main level you will also find all 3 bedrooms, a full bathroom and a half bath as well. Downstairs you have lots of open space to finish the way you would like and the nice feature of a walk out basement.
3838 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,312 sqft single-family home built in 1977. It last sold for $176,000 on Sep 20, 2024 (4% above the $170,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $267,200, with a rent estimate of $1,736/month.
Last check for updates: about 16 hours ago
Listed by Austin Sullivan, (515) 943-9797
RE/MAX Concepts
Bought with: Char Klisares, (515) 314-5667, RE/MAX Concepts
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#701033

Home Details for 3838 E 38th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1312 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, StoveDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard,ElectricHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Baseboard

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShinglePatio / Porch: DeckExterior: DeckFoundation: Poured
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Attached,Detached,Garage,Two Car Garage
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 3

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1977
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Does Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 06008973003000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $170,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Aug 19 2024

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Des Moines
School Information
Elementary School District: Des Moines IndependentJr High / Middle School District: Des Moines IndependentHigh School District: Des Moines Independent

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1312 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1.047 Acres

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 701033Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 943-9797Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-06008973003000-R-N

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 20, 2024
Source: DMMLS #701033
Sold
$176,000
Aug 19, 2024
Source: DMMLS #701033
Pending
$170,000
Aug 15, 2024
Source: DMMLS #701033
Listed For Sale
$170,000
Jun 4, 2001
Source: N/A
Sold
$106,000

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$215K
$3.57KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.2%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$191
$0MoM
Available listings
1022
12MoM

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What Locals Say about Des Moines

At least 1190 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 84 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 84 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 82 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 81 % Say car is needed

  • 81 % Say parking is easy

  • 67 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 66 % Say kids play outside

  • 65 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 63 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 56 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 55 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 53 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 53 % Say it's quiet

  • 52 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 51 % Say there's wildlife

  • 31 % Say there are community events

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    "Perfect for a college student or parent if a grad student. Safe and easy bus access. Free parking. Nice walkable area. Close to restaurants, coffee and groceries. Great neighborhood."
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  • Monica Xlo
    "Nice neighborhood, lots of dog walkers in my area. Close to dog parks as well Quiet at night and during the day. "
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  • Emily Andersen
    "There are lots of families in our area with so many parks and schools! It’s an amazing place to live and raise kids "
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  • Emily Andersen
    "They would love it!! The sidewalks and neighborhood are very walkable! Lots of parks within walking distance"
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  • Paula Cuffee
    "You wouldn’t like how it seems everybody has a dog in the neighborhood, it wouldn’t be a quiet walk."
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    "People walk there dogs all over the neighborhood. Dogs are very quiet in the neighborhood as well and there are many pet owners that live around here."
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    "Quiet city, easy to get around. Lots of parks to play at during the summer and many indoor places as well. City has many employment opportunities án lots of housing development "
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  • Michael Mcgehee
    "Beaverdale is a blend of Norman Rockwell/Mayberry/Leave it to Beaver, we all are on first name basis and wave at each other when passing by."
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  • Cicily Hook
    "There are lots of dogs in the neighborhood. Therefore means there is barking. Don’t move to a dog friendly neighborhood if you don’t like that. Also loose dogs from time to time. Not a huge problem. "
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  • Michael Mcgehee
    "Nonexistent, I work from home. If I did commute, it’s relative easy access to freeway, highway or local routes."
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    "Wholesome and quaint little community with adorable neighborhoods! I’ve lived in or around beaverdale my whole life. "
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  • Meek H.
    "Golf is pretty big at the Wakanda Club nearby, Greys Lake is also just a nice area but not too many big events happen here"
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  • Trulia User
    "Everything about it is great it’s peaceful it were cozy but now I’m looking for something much newer and something that fits me."
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    "having all diversity accepted into the town events and the kindhearted people are going through the process "
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    "people have e dogs here it's good for dogs. People puck up after their dogs. People also watch out for other people s dogs."
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    "Quiet, safe, cute houses, nice trees, fun to bike through, low traffic, solid food choices, good grocery store"
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    "Lots of dogs.. big, small and in between.. some neighbors not so good about chaining up a picking up after their beautiful furry friends "
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    "safe neighborshood.. friendly people. Near schools. loved it. near kids activities. near bus system. convenient "
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    "lots of people walking their dogs and always smiling and very friendly. makes me want to get my own dog to walk cause their always so happy!!"
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    "my neighborhood has decent public transportation and the commute to downtown is fairly quick as long as you know the bus schedule. "
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    "I walk to work daily so I don’t commute at all. It takes me 1 minute to get to work. I don’t have issues with this"
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    "There's a variety in ages of the kids in the neighborhood and it's safe to play outside. Schools nearby. Public library and pool in the area as well as parks."
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    "Trick or treating…but the best part of our neighborhoods are the parks!!! The schools have the best playgrounds too!!"
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    "city meetings, public library has events, teach out pool with water slides, Grandview park has shelters and on grid restrooms, tennis courts, Fairmont park has a big slide"
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    "I feel very safe here! I can even walk my dog at night feeling absolutely fine. I do see lots of families in the area, as well as college students and older couples who have been here forever. Lots of people decorate for the holidays too. "
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    "it's safe neighborhood watch well kept great people I love my neighbors too dog walking is a great idea "
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    "there is a high school and elementary school in Fairmont Park and a middle school close by in Sheridan Park. Sheridan Park is a nice park with a wading pool and awesome slide."
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    "Great commute. Next to bus station. They're skywalks that are easy to access with a map inside of the skywalk."
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    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for almost 9 years. It’s beautiful and peaceful and full of kids for my children to play with. Parks are close and so are stores."
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    " I use to live in this neighborhood over on 810 Boyd I I really like the. Union park area Nice big tree love the way the is made "
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    "that the area is safe for their kids to live in and that it people and that their kids don't have too much to worry about in their neighborhood around their home or at school "
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    "Not immediate access to I-80 or 235, but major roads (Douglas, Hickman) are close and make it a little more convenient. "
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    "Nice place to live. I recommend it. Friendly neighbors. A mix of younger families and older residents "
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    "WatLao temple event that is held every 3rd weekend in June. Not very many neighbors participate in any events as far as gatherings. Lots of people roam the streets especially kids. "
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Frequently asked questions about 3838 E 38th St

  • What is 3838 E 38th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 3838 E 38th St in Des Moines, IA is $267,200.
  • What is the price history for 3838 E 38th St?
    3838 E 38th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $176,000 in September 2024.
  • Is Des Moines a buyer's or seller's market?
    Des Moines is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Des Moines?
    The median sale price in Des Moines is $215K. That is up $3.57K from the prior month.
  • Does 3838 E 38th St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 3838 E 38th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
  • Does 3838 E 38th St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 3838 E 38th St in Des Moines, IA has laundry facilities.

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