3921 E 26th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
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OFF MARKET

3921 E 26th St
Des Moines, IA 50317

Douglas Acres
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 969 sqft

$205,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 25, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,397/mo*
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$205,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 25, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,397/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1 Bath
969 sqft

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
1962
Living Area
969 sqft
Price/Sqft
$212
Parking
Garage

About this House

Welcome to NE Side of Des Moines and this move-in ready split level. Current owner is the original owner. This home has a lot of natural light and 1463 sq ft of finish. The main level features the living room, dining area and kitchen. Upstairs are three bedrooms and a partial bath. The basement is finished with a family room. The detached two car garage w/carport will keep your vehicles safe from the elements. The backyard is partially fenced-in, perfect for the kids and pets to play. Newer roof and mechanicals. This home is in a great neighborhood and close to all your daily amenities and easy access to I-235. Check it out today and make it your next home. Property Being Sold "AS IS".
3921 E 26th St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 969 sqft single-family home in Douglas Acres, built in 1962. It last sold for $170,000 on Aug 29, 2023 (1% below the $172,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $205,800, with a rent estimate of $1,282/month.

Home Details for 3921 E 26th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partial
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 969 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Stove
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Wood BurningHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Levels: Multi/SplitFloors: Carpet, Hardwood
Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShingleFencing: Chain Link, PartialExterior: FenceFoundation: Poured
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Carport,Detached,Garage,Two Car Garage
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (below surface): 300 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 9

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1962
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Split Level
Building
Construction Materials: Metal Siding
Property Information
Parcel Number: 060/01659005000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $172,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Jul 31 2023

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: 969 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

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

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7666.56 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 678846Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 265-7200Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-06001659005000-R-N
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listed by Bob Eisenlauer, (515) 265-7200
RE/MAX Revolution
Lance Martinson, (515) 371-8765
RE/MAX Revolution
Bought with: Shauna Smith, (515) 720-7252, EXIT Realty & Associates
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#678846

Price History for 3921 E 26th St

DatePriceEventSource
08/29/2023$170,000Sold
DMMLS #678846
07/24/2023$172,000PendingDMMLS #678846
07/21/2023$165,000Listed For SaleDMMLS #678846

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$3,276
Assessment$185,400
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 3921 E 26th St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
3904 E 26th St, Des Moines, IA
0.05
Single-Family Home
$225,000
06/15/26
3
1
1,248
3820 E 25th St, Des Moines, IA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$239,000
11/24/25
3
1
1,282
4128 E 27th St, Des Moines, IA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$201,500
05/28/26
3
1
1,163
3926 E 27th St, Des Moines, IA
0.03
Single-Family Home
$181,460
05/18/26
3
1.5
1,124
3941 E 26th St, Des Moines, IA
0.05
Single-Family Home
$225,000
05/28/26
2
2
876
2523 E Aurora Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$165,000
10/13/25
2
1
768
4138 E 27th St, Des Moines, IA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$206,900
10/17/25
4
1
1,102
2816 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$244,900
02/13/26
4
1
980
3827 E 27th St, Des Moines, IA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$182,000
04/24/26
3
1
800
2704 Wedgewood Rd, Des Moines, IA
0.42
Single-Family Home
$185,000
05/08/26
3
1
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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