3871 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET

3871 E 38th St
Des Moines, IA 50317

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 952 sqft (on 0.32 acres)

$224,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 27, 2026

$224,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 27, 2026
2 Beds
2 Baths
952 sqft
(on 0.32 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Description

Don't miss out on this updated, 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home conveniently located on the east side of Des Moines, less than 2 miles away from Altoona. This home has recently undergone many major improvements, including fresh interior paint, new countertops, an updated bathroom, all new flooring, new interior doors, plus much more. The home offers 2 large bedrooms on the main level, plus a full bath, large living room, and eat in kitchen. The basement is partially finished with a 3/4 bath, 3rd non-conforming bedroom, and large living area. Outside the home you'll find an oversized 22x30 garage, large deck, and spacious yard. Call today to set up your showing.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from August 27, 2024

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 3871 E 38th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partially Finished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 952 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, StoveDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Laminate
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Laminate

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShinglePatio / Porch: DeckFencing: PartialExterior: Deck, FenceFoundation: Block
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
Finished Area
Finished Area (below surface): 600 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 87

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1957
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Metal Siding
Property Information
Parcel Number: 06009014000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $215,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Jul 23 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: 952 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

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

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.32 acres

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 696117Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAbove Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-06009014000000-R-N
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Ernest Huffey
RE/MAX Revolution
Bought with: Kenny Kauzlarich, (515) 612-8432, RE/MAX Precision
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#696117

Price History for 3871 E 38th St

DatePriceEventSource
08/27/2024$210,000Sold
DMMLS #696117
07/23/2024$215,000PendingDMMLS #696117
07/11/2024$215,000PendingToActiveDMMLS #696117
07/10/2024$215,000PendingDMMLS #696117
06/13/2024$215,000PendingToActiveDMMLS #696117
06/10/2024$215,000PendingDMMLS #696117
05/28/2024$215,000PriceChange
DMMLS #696117
04/26/2024$224,900PriceChange
DMMLS #692399
04/11/2024$229,900PendingToActiveDMMLS #692399
04/05/2024$229,900PendingDMMLS #692399
04/02/2024$229,900PriceChange
DMMLS #692399
01/31/2024$214,900PendingDMMLS #686740
01/22/2024$214,900PendingToActiveDMMLS #686740
01/08/2024$214,900PendingDMMLS #686740
12/18/2023$214,900Listed For SaleDMMLS #686740
03/18/2005$114,500Sold
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Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$206K
$5.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.6%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$187
$3MoM
Available listings
1004
12MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$2,550
Assessment$184,100
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 3871 E 38th St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
3914 E Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$230,500
10/23/25
3
2
1,066
4107 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.36
Single-Family Home
$232,000
11/26/25
3
2
988
3300 E 37th St, Des Moines, IA
0.50
Single-Family Home
$179,900
05/28/26
2
1.5
855
3429 Belmar Dr, Des Moines, IA
0.37
Single-Family Home
$175,000
10/31/25
3
2
960
4127 E Seneca Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.42
Single-Family Home
$205,000
07/16/25
3
1.5
864
3409 E 35th St, Des Moines, IA
0.47
Single-Family Home
$171,000
11/26/25
2
2.5
1,089
3414 E 35th St, Des Moines, IA
0.50
Single-Family Home
$166,000
05/05/26
3
2
850

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What Locals Say about Des Moines

At least 1188 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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  • Bailee Huddleson
    "I have had multiple encounters with my neighbors. They remain friendly and keep to themselves. Every once in awhile you will someone walking around that looks a little sus but I’ve had a good experience for the most part. "
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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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    "I’ve lived here for 13 years and people seem to be very friendly. Most will wave as you drive by and say hi in passing."
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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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    "It’s a very nice place to live eat learn grown walk your pets I’d recommend you liff be e here n start your family "
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    "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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    "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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    "shops in the neighborhood parks in the neighborhood that have event's at it. and restaurants that offer special deals "
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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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3871 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 952 sqft single-family home built in 1957. This property is not currently available for sale. 3871 E 38th St was last sold on Aug 27, 2024 for $210,000 (2% lower than the asking price of $215,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 3871 E 38th St is $224,000.