Does Oak Park, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say there are sidewalks

Are yards well-kept in Oak Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 96% of users say yards are well-kept

Is parking easy in Oak Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 92% of users say parking is easy

Is a car needed in Oak Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 90% of users say car is needed

Do kids play outside in Oak Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 89% of users say kids play outside

Are the streets well-lit in Oak Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 76% of users say streets are well-lit

Is Oak Park, Des Moines, IA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 74% of users say it's dog friendly

Does Oak Park, Des Moines, IA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 71% of users say there's holiday spirit

Is Oak Park, Des Moines, IA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 68% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Is Oak Park, Des Moines, IA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 58% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Are neighbors friendly in Oak Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 58% of users say neighbors are friendly

Would people walk alone at night in Oak Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 52% of users say people would walk alone at night

Do residents of Oak Park, Des Moines, IA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 48% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Is there wildlife in Oak Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 47% of users say there's wildlife

Is Oak Park, Des Moines, IA quiet?

As of early 2026, 43% of users say it's quiet

Are there community events in Oak Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 36% of users say there are community events

OFF MARKET

3936 8th St
Des Moines, IA 50313

Oak Park

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,037 sqft

$162,400

Trulia Estimate

as of Aug 1, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,104/mo*

Refinance Your Home

$162,400

Trulia Estimate

as of Aug 1, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,104/mo*

Refinance Your Home

2 Beds

1 Bath

1,037 sqft

Local Information

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Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1924

Living Area

1,037 sqft

Price/Sqft

$157

Parking

Garage

About this House

Two bedrooms, one full bath, partial basement, wood floors and a loft are some of what you will find here. There are enhancements needed to get this home move in ready. Take a look today, see what you can accomplish here.

3936 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50313 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,037 sqft single-family home in Oak Park, built in 1924. It last sold for $38,000 on Feb 24, 2017. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $162,400, with a rent estimate of $1,335/month.

Home Details for 3936 8th St

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 5
Heating & Cooling Heating: OtherAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: Metal
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1924
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 6621 sqft

Price History for 3936 8th St

Date	Price	Event	Source
02/24/2017	$38,000	Sold	DMMLS #524956
Recording Date 02/24/2017 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
01/30/2017	$46,000	Pending	Agent Provided

01/05/2017	$46,000	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $3,900 (-8%)
11/11/2016	$49,900	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $5,100 (-9%)
10/10/2016	$55,000	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $14,000 (-20%)
09/06/2016	$69,000	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

02/25/2016	$102,000	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 02/25/2016 Contract Date 02/18/2016 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
02/01/2012	$69,900	ListingRemoved	Agent Provided

11/10/2011	$69,900	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

10/10/2010	$69,900	ListingRemoved	Agent Provided

10/08/2010	$69,900	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

07/27/2007	$83,000	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 07/27/2007 Contract Date 06/24/2007 County Transfer Tax $133 Total Transfer Tax N/A
03/19/2004	$76,500	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 03/19/2004 Contract Date 03/12/2004 County Transfer Tax $122 Total Transfer Tax N/A
03/20/2000	$61,000	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 03/20/2000 Contract Date 03/08/2000 County Transfer Tax $98 Total Transfer Tax N/A

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated June 2026

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

Year	2025
Tax	$2,668
Assessment	$153,000

Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 3936 8th St

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
415 Seneca Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.25	Single-Family Home	$33,450	09/25/25	2	1	828
3938 3rd St, Des Moines, IA	0.31	Single-Family Home	$95,000	10/01/25	2	1	712

Home facts updated by county records

Nearby homes

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OFF MARKET
Est. $222,400
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1,098 sqft
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Keller Williams Realty GDM
OFF MARKET
Est. $130,600
2 bd
1 ba
688 sqft
3948 8th St,
Des Moines, IA 50313
OFF MARKET
Est. $215,100
3 bd
1 ba
1,210 sqft
3947 8th St,
Des Moines, IA 50313
OFF MARKET
Est. $242,900
3 bd
3 ba
1,247 sqft
3941 8th St,
Des Moines, IA 50313
OFF MARKET
Est. $180,500
3 bd
1 ba
1,344 sqft
3937 8th St,
Des Moines, IA 50313
RE/MAX Concepts
OFF MARKET
Est. $164,600
2 bd
1 ba
802 sqft
3935 8th St,
Des Moines, IA 50313
Agency Iowa
OFF MARKET
Est. $155,300
2 bd
1 ba
832 sqft
3932 8th St,
Des Moines, IA 50313
Coldwell Banker Mid-America
OFF MARKET
Est. $133,000
2 bd
1 ba
748 sqft
3928 8th St,
Des Moines, IA 50313
OFF MARKET
Est. $155,100
2 bd
2 ba
1,108 sqft
3924 8th St,
Des Moines, IA 50313
OFF MARKET
Est. $139,400
2 bd
1 ba
646 sqft
3920 8th St,
Des Moines, IA 50313
OFF MARKET
Est. $119,500
2 bd
1 ba
872 sqft
3916 8th St,
Des Moines, IA 50313
OFF MARKET
Est. $123,200
2 bd
1 ba
780 sqft
3912 8th St,
Des Moines, IA 50313

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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

Oak Park

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What Locals Say about Oak Park

At least 17 Trulia users voted on each feature.

100 % Say there are sidewalks
96 % Say yards are well-kept
92 % Say parking is easy
90 % Say car is needed
89 % Say kids play outside
76 % Say streets are well-lit
74 % Say it's dog friendly
71 % Say there's holiday spirit
68 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
58 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
58 % Say neighbors are friendly
52 % Say people would walk alone at night
48 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
47 % Say there's wildlife
43 % Say it's quiet
36 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

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Resident
3y ago
"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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Trulia User
Visitor
3y ago
"shops in the neighborhood parks in the neighborhood that have event's at it. and restaurants that offer special deals "
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Trulia User
Resident
5y ago
"good schools, nice people. small feel. great area for all types of families. traffic isn't too bad. new park at riverview for the kids. "
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Alex B.
Resident
8y ago
"it a good and a great naberhood and with wonderful people all around which is super great could not ask for anything even better then this place "
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