3843 E 32nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317
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SOLD
MAR 25, 2026

3843 E 32nd St
Des Moines, IA 50317

Douglas Acres
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,014 sqft (on 0.57 acres)

$225,000

Last Sold: Mar 25, 2026
$222/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,533/mo*
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$225,000

Last Sold: Mar 25, 2026
$222/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,533/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,014 sqft
(on 0.57 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1924
Lot Size
0.57 acres
Living Area
1,014 sqft
Price/Sqft
$222/sqft

About this House

Lots of potential in this 1000+ sq ft home with 2 bedrooms in a nice NE neighborhood. Huge lot measures 80' x 312' and has lots of mature trees. Nice covered porch in front. Could use some TLC but priced accordingly. Close to parks, bike trail, dog park, shopping, and dining. Easy access to I-235 for quick commutes downtown or anywhere in metro. NFC financing available, buyer could receive $10,000 for improvements plus $2500 closing costs. Might also quality for FHA rehab loan.
3843 E 32nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,014 sqft single-family home in Douglas Acres, built in 1924. It last sold for $225,000 on Mar 25, 2026. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $224,700, with a rent estimate of $1,267/month.

Home Details for 3843 E 32nd St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 5
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Laminate, Linoleum Vinyl
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt, Shake ShingleDeckExterior: MetalFoundation Type: ConcretePatio

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1924
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Price & Status

Price
Price Per Sqft: $222/sqft

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.57 acres

Price History for 3843 E 32nd St

DatePriceEventSource
03/25/2026$225,000Sold
N/A
07/15/2015$59,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
06/05/2015$59,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$211K
$5.03KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.1%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$191
$4MoM
Available listings
1009
2MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$2,576
Assessment$150,500
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 3843 E 32nd St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
3838 E 32nd St, Des Moines, IA
0.07
Single-Family Home
$150,000
11/06/25
3
2
1,480
Home facts updated by county records

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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

Douglas Acres
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What Locals Say about Douglas Acres

At least 10 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 100 % Say parking is easy

  • 86 % Say car is needed

  • 80 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 75 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 73 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 67 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 60 % Say kids play outside

  • 56 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 54 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 53 % Say it's quiet

  • 53 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 47 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 44 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 23 % Say there's wildlife

  • 13 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Sbrandybear
    "Quiet, friendly neighbors, well lit and maintained. Close to shopping. Roads well maintained. Community pride."
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  • Melissa
    "There are some known issues of break-in in this area where it is a common occurrence. Too many to count. Keep everything locked up. Use video cameras. Have a dog. You are constantly suspicious of new people walking the area."
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  • Jhagins84
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for 12 years I love it here. We have pretty awesome neighbors which is hard to come by. "
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Frequently asked questions about 3843 E 32nd St

  • What is 3843 E 32nd St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 3843 E 32nd St in Des Moines, IA is $224,700.
  • What is the price history for 3843 E 32nd St?
    3843 E 32nd St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $225,000 in March 2026.
  • 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 $211K. That is up $5.03K from the prior month.
  • Does 3843 E 32nd St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 3843 E 32nd St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 3843 E 32nd St?
    The lot at 3843 E 32nd St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.57 acres (24,829 sq ft).