3918 E Ovid Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
SOLD
MAY 22, 2026

3918 E Ovid Ave
Des Moines, IA 50317

Sheridan Gardens
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 988 sqft

$235,000

Last Sold: May 22, 2026
4% below list $245K
$238/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,267/mo*
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$235,000

Last Sold: May 22, 2026
4% below list $245K
$238/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,267/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
2 Baths
988 sqft

Local Information

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Description

Move-in ready 4-bedroom, 2-bath home with many recent updates! Enjoy a beautifully updated kitchen featuring new cabinets and countertops, along with brand-new carpet that gives the home a fresh feel. Major mechanical updates include a furnace replaced in 2025 and a new roof installed in 2026. The exterior offers a fully fenced yard on a corner lot, new shed for additional storage, and a garage with new siding and apple, plumb, peach, nectarines and cherry trees! This home provides great space, modern updates, and a yard ready for relaxing or entertaining. Conveniently located near Brubaker Elementary, Hoyt Middle School, and East High School, with easy access to parks, shopping, dining, and major roadways. All information obtained from seller and public records.
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 May 22, 2026

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$238/sqft
Listed
25 days ago

Home Details for 3918 E Ovid Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 988 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, StoveDishwasherRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Levels: Multi/Split

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShingleFencing: FullExterior: Fully FencedFoundation: Block
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Detached,Garage,One Car Garage
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (below surface): 250 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 41

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1966
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Split Level
Building
Construction Materials: Metal Siding
Property Information
Parcel Number: 06007928117000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $245,000Price Per Sqft: $238/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Apr 27 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: 988 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

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

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9016.92 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 735782Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 612-2702Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-06007928117000-R-N

Additional Information

Days On Market Replication: 41
Last check for updates: about 15 hours ago
Listed by Beatris Mayorga, (515) 612-2702
RE/MAX Precision
Bought with: Elizabeth McKinney, (515) 453-6390, Iowa Realty Altoona
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#735782

Price History for 3918 E Ovid Ave

DatePriceEventSource
05/22/2026$235,000Sold
DMMLS #735782
04/27/2026$245,000PendingDMMLS #735782
04/12/2026$245,000PriceChange
DMMLS #735782
03/31/2026$260,000PriceChange
DMMLS #735782
03/06/2026$265,000Listed For SaleDMMLS #735782
03/27/2015$112,500Sold
N/A
10/26/2009$132,000Sold
N/A
06/30/2009$93,500Sold
N/A
05/03/2009$99,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
03/31/2009$133,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
03/23/2009$89,250Sold
N/A
12/21/2004$110,500Sold
N/A
04/24/1998$79,500Sold
N/A

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$3,604
Assessment$214,400
Home facts updated by county records

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Estimated monthly rent$1,597/mo
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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

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3918 E Ovid Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 988 sqft single-family home built in 1966. 3918 E Ovid Ave is located in Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines. This property is not currently available for sale. 3918 E Ovid Ave was last sold on May 22, 2026 for $235,000 (4% lower than the asking price of $245,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 3918 E Ovid Ave is $235,000.