3851 E 25th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
SOLD
MAY 1, 2026

3851 E 25th St
Des Moines, IA 50317

Douglas Acres
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 871 sqft (on 0.53 acres)

$172,000

Last Sold: May 1, 2026
9% below list $190K
$197/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,177/mo*
Refinance Your Home

$172,000

Last Sold: May 1, 2026
9% below list $190K
$197/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,177/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1 Bath
871 sqft
(on 0.53 acres)

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1917
Lot Size
0.53 acres
Living Area
871 sqft
Price/Sqft
$197/sqft
Parking
Garage

About this House

Charming 2 bedroom, 1 bath ranch home featuring hardwood floors, enclosed porch and a cozy fireplace. This adorable home offers classic character with thoughtful updates while leaving room for your personalization. Enjoy a spacious backyard with plenty of room for outdoor living, entertaining, and future possibilities limited only by your imagination and city regulations. Close to shopping, dining and freeway access, this home is a great opportunity for first-time buyers, downsizers and investors alike. Don't miss your chance to see this cutie in person. Schedule a showing today!
3851 E 25th St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 871 sqft single-family home in Douglas Acres, built in 1917. It last sold for $172,000 on May 1, 2026 (9% below the $190,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $171,600, with a rent estimate of $1,079/month.

Home Details for 3851 E 25th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 871 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, WasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Wood Burning, Fireplace ScreenHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Accessibility: Grab BarsFloors: Hardwood, Vinyl

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShinglePatio / Porch: Covered, PatioExterior: PatioFoundation: Brick/Mortar
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Detached,Garage,Two Car Garage
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 9

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1917
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 060/01679000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $190,000Price Per Sqft: $197/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Mar 30 2026

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: 871 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

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

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.53 acres

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 736681Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 201-3437Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-06001679000000-R-N

Additional Information

Days On Market Replication: 9
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listed by Chris Larson, (515) 201-3437
Platinum Realty LLC
Bought with: Liz Lashier, (515) 707-6979, NextHome Your Way
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#736681

Price History for 3851 E 25th St

DatePriceEventSource
05/01/2026$172,000Sold
DMMLS #736681
03/30/2026$190,000PendingDMMLS #736681
03/20/2026$190,000Listed For SaleDMMLS #736681
09/26/2025$204,900ListingRemovedDMMLS #721600
09/02/2025$204,900PriceChange
DMMLS #721600
07/31/2025$209,900PriceChange
DMMLS #721600
07/03/2025$215,000Listed For SaleDMMLS #721600
11/26/2003$53,500Sold
N/A

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$2,526
Assessment$172,900
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 3851 E 25th St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
3827 E 27th St, Des Moines, IA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$182,000
04/24/26
3
1
800
3904 E 26th St, Des Moines, IA
0.04
Single-Family Home
$225,000
06/15/26
3
1
1,248
3820 E 25th St, Des Moines, IA
0.07
Single-Family Home
$239,000
11/24/25
3
1
1,282
3941 E 26th St, Des Moines, IA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$225,000
05/28/26
2
2
876
2523 E Aurora Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.37
Single-Family Home
$165,000
10/13/25
2
1
768
4140 E 30th St, Des Moines, IA
0.62
Single-Family Home
$139,000
11/18/25
2
1
924
3926 E 27th St, Des Moines, IA
0.11
Single-Family Home
$181,460
05/18/26
3
1.5
1,124
2601 E Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$227,500
08/14/25
3
2
912

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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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