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

What is 3908 E Douglas Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 3908 E Douglas Ave in Des Moines, IA is $224,500 .

What is the price history for 3908 E Douglas Ave?

3908 E Douglas Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $180,000 in April 2021.

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 $215K. That is up $3.57K from the prior month.

Does 3908 E Douglas Ave have air conditioning?

Yes, 3908 E Douglas Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 3908 E Douglas Ave?

The lot at 3908 E Douglas Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.62 acres (26,877 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$224,500

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,292 sqft (on 0.62 acres)

3908 E Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317

Sheridan Gardens

Est. Refi. Payment $1,523/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Apr 26, 2021 for $180,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$225K

Since last month

$600 (+0.3%)

Since last year

$600 (+0.3%)

Since last sale

$45K (+25.1%)

Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +125% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$225K
August 2026	$225K
July 2026	$225K
June 2026	$224K
May 2026	$223K
April 2026	$222K
March 2026	$220K
February 2026	$217K
January 2026	$218K
2025
December 2025	$218K
November 2025	$222K
October 2025	$224K
September 2025	$225K
August 2025	$225K
July 2025	$227K
June 2025	$229K
May 2025	$226K
April 2025	$225K
March 2025	$223K
February 2025	$219K
January 2025	$222K
2024
December 2024	$223K
November 2024	$225K
October 2024	$227K
September 2024	$226K
August 2024	$223K
July 2024	$225K
June 2024	$225K
May 2024	$227K
April 2024	$226K
March 2024	$223K
February 2024	$221K
January 2024	$219K
2023
December 2023	$220K
November 2023	$220K
October 2023	$222K
September 2023	$220K
August 2023	$221K
July 2023	$218K
June 2023	$217K
May 2023	$218K
April 2023	$215K
March 2023	$211K
February 2023	$198K
January 2023	$196K
2022
December 2022	$195K
November 2022	$203K
October 2022	$206K
September 2022	$207K
August 2022	$205K
July 2022	$205K
June 2022	$204K
May 2022	$201K
April 2022	$201K
March 2022	$197K
February 2022	$194K
January 2022	$194K
2021
December 2021	$193K
November 2021	$190K
October 2021	$187K
September 2021	$187K
August 2021	$187K
July 2021	$187K
June 2021	$184K
May 2021	$182K
April 2021	$170K
March 2021	$170K
February 2021	$130K
January 2021	$126K
2020
December 2020	$123K
November 2020	$123K
October 2020	$125K
September 2020	$125K
August 2020	$123K
July 2020	$124K
June 2020	$128K
May 2020	$129K
April 2020	$133K
March 2020	$129K
February 2020	$129K
January 2020	$131K
2019
December 2019	$128K
November 2019	$128K
October 2019	$127K
September 2019	$128K
August 2019	$125K
July 2019	$131K
June 2019	$132K
May 2019	$126K
April 2019	$129K
March 2019	$126K
February 2019	$130K
January 2019	$125K
2018
December 2018	$125K
November 2018	$126K
October 2018	$123K
September 2018	$122K
August 2018	$122K
July 2018	$122K
June 2018	$122K
May 2018	$121K
April 2018	$120K
March 2018	$113K
February 2018	$107K
January 2018	$105K
2017
December 2017	$117K
November 2017	$115K
October 2017	$117K
September 2017	$115K
August 2017	$111K
July 2017	$113K
June 2017	$109K
May 2017	$111K
April 2017	$107K
March 2017	$103K
February 2017	$104K
January 2017	$104K
2016
December 2016	$104K
November 2016	$105K
October 2016	$102K
September 2016	$100K

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
3912 E 39th Ct, Des Moines, IA	0.14	Single-Family Home	$108,000	11/26/25	3	1	864
3501 Belmar Dr, Des Moines, IA	0.22	Single-Family Home	$221,500	11/12/25	3	1	1,206
3713 Belmar Dr, Des Moines, IA	0.05	Single-Family Home	$232,000	03/25/26	3	2	1,290

Home facts updated by county records

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.

Address	Distance	Price	Bed	Bath	Sqft	Status
1018 Euclid Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313	4.79	$230,300	4	2	1,974	Off Market
4175 Indianola Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320	6.29	$283,600	4	2	1,248	Off Market
1537 13th St, Des Moines, IA 50314	5.14	$239,800	3	2	1,516	Off Market
1208 E 35th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	2.07	$127,600	2	1	672	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1904

0.62 acre lot

1,292 sqft

$174/sqft

Garage

About this House

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3908 E Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,292 sqft single-family home in Sheridan Gardens, built in 1904. It last sold for $180,000 on Apr 26, 2021. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $224,500, with a rent estimate of $1,502/month.

Home Details for 3908 E Douglas Ave

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 6
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: MetalFoundation Type: Masonry
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1904Year Updated: 2021
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.62 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Apr 26, 2021 Source: DMMLS #624983	Sold	$180,000
Dec 10, 2019 Source: N/A	Sold	$71,500
Oct 17, 2019 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$94,316 Price increased by 0%
Oct 15, 2019 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$94,297 Price increased by 0%
Oct 11, 2019 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$93,871 Price increased by 0%
Oct 9, 2019 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$93,814 Price decreased by 0%
Oct 5, 2019 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$93,904 Price decreased by 0%
Oct 3, 2019 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$93,986 Price increased by 0%
Sep 29, 2019 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$93,759 Price increased by 0%
Sep 26, 2019 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$93,753 Price increased by 0%
Sep 22, 2019 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$0
Feb 10, 2012 Source: DMMLS #391626	Sold	$112,000
Sep 18, 2007 Source: N/A	Sold	$70,500
Jun 1, 2007 Source: N/A	Sold	$71,986
Aug 27, 2004 Source: N/A	Sold	$98,500

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$3,962	$229,800

Additional Cost

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated July 2026

Avg. sale price

$215K

$3.57KMoM

Sale-to-List Price

99.2%

0.1%MoM

Price per sq ft

$191

$0MoM

Available listings

1022

12MoM

Around this home

Brubaker Elementary School
K-5
Public
551 Students
Des Moines Independent Community School District
2/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
10 stars.. I love Love Love this school and if i ever had to i would do an open enrollment to keep him there
Parent Review
7y ago
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Neighborhood Overview

Sheridan Gardens

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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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

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"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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Frequently asked questions about 3908 E Douglas Ave

What is 3908 E Douglas Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 3908 E Douglas Ave in Des Moines, IA is $224,500.
What is the price history for 3908 E Douglas Ave?
3908 E Douglas Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $180,000 in April 2021.
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 $215K. That is up $3.57K from the prior month.
Does 3908 E Douglas Ave have air conditioning?
Yes, 3908 E Douglas Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 3908 E Douglas Ave?
The lot at 3908 E Douglas Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.62 acres (26,877 sq ft).