3930 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
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3930 E 38th St
Des Moines, IA 50317

  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,631 sqft (on 0.55 acres)

$301,300

Trulia Estimate
as of May 25, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,907/mo*
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$301,300

Trulia Estimate
as of May 25, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,907/mo*
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3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,631 sqft
(on 0.55 acres)

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Description

Solid ranch home in a great east side location with a very motivated seller. Over 1,600 sq ft on main level. 3 bedrooms with a 1/2 bath (can be converted back to full or 3/4 bath by taking out laundry) laundry hook ups in lower level. Main level also features, master suite and 2 other bedrooms, formal dining and living area along with great room. The eat-in kitchen features, solid oak cabinets and all appliances stay including
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Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Patio
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
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Home Details for 3930 E 38th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Dining Room, Master Bath, Office, Workshop
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Security
Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Metal, OtherExterior: Brick, MetalFoundation Type: ConcreteLawnPatio
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1974
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.55 acres

Price History for 3930 E 38th St

DatePriceEventSource
11/10/2014$164,000Sold
DMMLS #439960
10/09/2014$172,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
09/10/2014$179,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
07/17/2014$189,500ListingRemovedAgent Provided
07/09/2014$189,500Listed For SaleAgent Provided
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$5,172
Assessment$285,500
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 3930 E 38th St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
3713 Belmar Dr, Des Moines, IA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$232,000
03/25/26
3
2
1,290
3303 E 37th St, Des Moines, IA
0.52
Single-Family Home
$172,426
12/22/25
3
2
988
3838 E 32nd St, Des Moines, IA
0.70
Single-Family Home
$150,000
11/06/25
3
2
1,480
3912 E 39th Ct, Des Moines, IA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$108,000
11/26/25
3
1
864
Home facts updated by county records

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What Locals Say about Des Moines

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  • 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

  • 51 % Say there's wildlife

  • 51 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 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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    "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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  • Monica Xlo
    "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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  • Michael Mcgehee
    "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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  • Lisa Burner
    "Wholesome and quaint little community with adorable neighborhoods! I’ve lived in or around beaverdale my whole life. "
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    "Livable awesome neighbors dog friendly kid friendly quite plenty of parking room when there’s an event "
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  • Meek H.
    "Golf is pretty big at the Wakanda Club nearby, Greys Lake is also just a nice area but not too many big events happen here"
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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Marlene Brown Ackiss
    " 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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  • Trulia User
    "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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    "Nice place to live. I recommend it. Friendly neighbors. A mix of younger families and older residents "
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    "Ive live here for years. people are friendly , mind there buisness when necessary. helpful caring when needed. good yard up keep. respectful pet owners. holiday cheer"
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    "WatLao temple event that is held every 3rd weekend in June. Not very many neighbors participate in any events as far as gatherings. Lots of people roam the streets especially kids. "
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3930 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,631 sqft single-family home built in 1974. This property is not currently available for sale. 3930 E 38th St was last sold on Nov 10, 2014 for $164,000. The current Trulia Estimate for 3930 E 38th St is $301,300.