Are yards well-kept in Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 97% of users say yards are well-kept

Does Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 94% of users say there are sidewalks

Do kids play outside in Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 86% of users say kids play outside

Is Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 84% of users say it's dog friendly

Is parking easy in Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 84% of users say parking is easy

Are the streets well-lit in Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 76% of users say streets are well-lit

Is a car needed in Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 74% of users say car is needed

Does Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say there's holiday spirit

Would people walk alone at night in Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 62% of users say people would walk alone at night

Is Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA quiet?

As of early 2026, 57% of users say it's quiet

Do residents of Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 55% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Are neighbors friendly in Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say neighbors are friendly

Is there wildlife in Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 32% of users say there's wildlife

Is Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 26% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Is Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 21% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Are there community events in Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 19% of users say there are community events

OFF MARKET

3849 E Douglas Ave
Des Moines, IA 50317

Sheridan Gardens

3 Beds
1 Bath
875 sqft

$202,700

Trulia Estimate

as of Jul 20, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,357/mo*

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$202,700

Trulia Estimate

as of Jul 20, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,357/mo*

Refinance Your Home

3 Beds

1 Bath

875 sqft

Local Information

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Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Adorable and Affordable! This updated ranch home in Sheridan Park is sure to please. Main level is complemented with neutral paint color and NEW flooring. Large picture window in the living room allows views of neighborhood and natural daylight. All appliances are included in the kitchen with generous amount of cabinets & new counter tops. Three bedrooms are near the full bath that is recently updated. Master bedroom features double fireplace shared with living room. Lower level walkout holds laundry room and excellent potential for future finish. Attached garage holds outside tools and toys. Fenced yard allows outdoor enjoyment for kids and pets. This great location is near bus line, park, and has easy access to I-80 & I-235 for a quick commute to suburbs or downtown. Make this your next Home Sweet Home!

3849 E Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 875 sqft single-family home in Sheridan Gardens, built in 1958. It last sold for $84,900 on Mar 30, 2012. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $202,700, with a rent estimate of $1,383/month.

Home Highlights

Parking

Garage

Outdoor

Patio

A/C

Heating & Cooling

HOA

None

Price/Sqft

No Info

Listed

Less than a day ago

Home Details for 3849 E Douglas Ave

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 5
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: OtherFoundation Type: ConcretePatio
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1958Year Updated: 2011
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 7332 sqft

Price History for 3849 E Douglas Ave

Date	Price	Event	Source
03/30/2012	$84,900	Sold	DMMLS #395233
Recording Date 03/30/2012 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
01/28/2012	$84,900	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

10/28/2011	$47,000	Sold	DMMLS #386844
Recording Date 10/28/2011 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
08/07/2011	$56,000	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $5,845 (-9%)
07/02/2011	$61,845	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

01/05/2010	$13,100	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 01/05/2010 Contract Date 01/04/2010 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated June 2026

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

Year	2025
Tax	$3,178
Assessment	$190,700

Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 3849 E Douglas Ave

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
3912 E 39th Ct, Des Moines, IA	0.19	Single-Family Home	$108,000	11/26/25	3	1	864
3861 E Ovid Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.28	Single-Family Home	$150,000	02/23/26	3	1	1,064

Home facts updated by county records

Nearby homes

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OFF MARKET
Est. $183,600
1 ba
888 sqft
3853 E Douglas Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $111,000
1 bd
1 ba
1,218 sqft
3716 E 39th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $174,700
3 bd
1 ba
1,054 sqft
3712 E 39th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
SOLD
DEC 19, 2025
$142,000
3 bd
1 ba
1,214 sqft
3708 E 39th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
RE/MAX Precision
OFF MARKET
Est. $162,800
2 bd
1 ba
1,050 sqft
3700 E 39th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $184,500
3 bd
1 ba
840 sqft
3640 E 39th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $128,500
2 bd
1 ba
660 sqft
3515 E 32nd St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $139,100
2 bd
1 ba
3509 E 32nd St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $164,600
2 bd
1 ba
720 sqft
3503 E 32nd St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $170,600
2 bd
1 ba
846 sqft
3421 E 32nd St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $135,300
2 bd
1 ba
776 sqft
3415 E 32nd St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $269,100
4 bd
2 ba
1,976 sqft
3204 E Ovid Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50317

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Sheridan Gardens

At least 31 Trulia users voted on each feature.

97 % Say yards are well-kept
94 % Say there are sidewalks
86 % Say kids play outside
84 % Say it's dog friendly
84 % Say parking is easy
76 % Say streets are well-lit
74 % Say car is needed
67 % Say there's holiday spirit
62 % Say people would walk alone at night
57 % Say it's quiet
55 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
50 % Say neighbors are friendly
32 % Say there's wildlife
26 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
21 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
19 % Say there are community events

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5y ago
"There are many dog owners and many times they are walking their dogs. It is a dog friendly neighborhood. "
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BW
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7y ago
"I’ve lived in this neighborhood since 2015. This neighborhood is a great place to raise a family in and overall the neighbors are nice and the neighborhood is quiet. Everyone keeps their yards looking neat. "
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