3843 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
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OFF MARKET

$173,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Sep 24, 2026
  • 2 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 897 sqft

3843 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316

Highland Park

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
897 sqft
$194/sqft

Local Information

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

About this House

What's unique:Corner lotHard flooring throughoutFenced backyardKitchen includes upgraded dishwasher
This home in Highland Park was upgraded in 2024. It features 2 beds 1 bath on main floor, plus a bonus shower in the basement. Kitchen includes upgraded dishwasher. The laundry room comes with a washer and dryer. Home has hard flooring throughout. Comes with a fenced backyard on a corner lot with a detached 1-car garage and carport for extra covered off-street parking. It is also just two blocks from Madison Elementary. If you are looking for a quality home, this one is for you.
Only SMALL pets are allowed and ONLY upon PRIOR written approval of the landlord -- NO EXCEPTIONS. If a pet is approved, an additional pet security deposit and pet rent will apply.

NON-SMOKERS only.

Tenants of this landlord tend to stay for a very long time. The landlord provides quality homes for individuals and families. In return, the landlord expects tenants to respect and treat their home responsibly.
PERSONS WHO ARE NOT OF GOOD CHARACTER AND INTEGRITY NEED NOT APPLY.

To ensure affordability, tenants are expected to prove a consistent monthly income of at least 2.5 times the rent amount for this home.

This home in Highland Park was upgraded in 2024. It features 2 beds 1 bath on main floor, plus a bonus shower in the basement. Kitchen includes upgraded dishwasher. The laundry room comes with a washer and dryer. Home has hard flooring throughout. Comes with a fenced backyard on a corner lot with a detached 1-car garage and carport for extra covered off-street parking. It is also just two blocks from Madison Elementary. If you are looking for a quality home, this one is for you.
Only SMALL pets are allowed and ONLY upon PRIOR written approval of the landlord -- NO EXCEPTIONS. If a pet is approved, an additional pet security deposit and pet rent will apply.

NON-SMOKERS only.

Tenants of this landlord tend to stay for a very long time. The landlord provides quality homes for individuals and families. In return, the landlord expects tenants to respect and treat their home responsibly.
PERSONS WHO ARE NOT OF GOOD CHARACTER AND INTEGRITY NEED NOT APPLY.

To ensure affordability, tenants are expected to prove a consistent monthly income of at least 2.5 times the rent amount for this home.
3843 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 897 sqft single-family home in Highland Park. It last sold for $107,000 on Dec 5, 2017 (7,543% above the $1,400 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in March 2026 with an asking price of $1,400 per month. That rental listing was removed on April 23, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $173,900, with a rent estimate of $1,244/month.

Home Details for 3843 E 8th St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: Central AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood, Tile

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Detached Off Street, On Site

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Rental Market Trends in Highland Park

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$1,244/mo
Average rent
$1.15K
$50MoM
Available listings
12
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Neighborhood Overview

Highland Park
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What Locals Say about Highland Park

At least 43 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 88 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 85 % Say parking is easy

  • 84 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 81 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 76 % Say kids play outside

  • 72 % Say car is needed

  • 71 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 69 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 65 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 60 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 60 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 54 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 53 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 49 % Say it's quiet

  • 33 % Say there's wildlife

  • 33 % Say there are community events

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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "I would not feel safe walking my dog here at night or during the day most of the time for that matter, there is a lot of sketchy people around all the time "
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  • Jill B.
    "to many busy streets. not any dog parks or open areas to let dogs play in. also the sidewalks on main roads are too close to the streets for comfort. "
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  • Tracy
    "I lived in this neighborhood for almost my whole life is a very good neighborhood although now days neighborhoods or any neighborhood are not good to walk alone always make sure that you have someone to walk with but the neighborhood I am in is a good neighborhood and very convenient for shopping and events"
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  • Rekanovicfatima
    "It’s nice and quiet and the neighbors are friendly. There are lots is of shops as well as restaurant. Schools are near by and so is downtown "
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  • Jeff A.
    "the people that live here make it unique and exciting .. to say the least,.. There is a grocery store corner market and pet store close by."
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  • Susan W.
    "I've lived in this neighborhood for five years. people are friendly. we wave at each other as we pass. groceries, drug stores, bank and restaurants are convenient."
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Apr 23, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$1,400
Mar 24, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$1,400
Dec 5, 2017
Source: DMMLS #545445
Sold
$107,000
Oct 12, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$103,000
Price decreased by 4%
Aug 8, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$107,000

Frequently asked questions about 3843 E 8th St

  • What is 3843 E 8th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 3843 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA is $173,900.
  • What is the price history for 3843 E 8th St?
    3843 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $107,000 in December 2017.
  • Is Des Moines a buyer's or seller's market?
    Des Moines is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Des Moines?
    The median sale price in Des Moines is $214K. That is roughly unchanged from the prior month.
  • Does 3843 E 8th St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 3843 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
  • Does 3843 E 8th St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 3843 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA has in-unit laundry.

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