Is parking easy in Douglas Acres, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say parking is easy

Is a car needed in Douglas Acres, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 86% of users say car is needed

Is Douglas Acres, Des Moines, IA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 80% of users say it's dog friendly

Are yards well-kept in Douglas Acres, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 75% of users say yards are well-kept

Is Douglas Acres, Des Moines, IA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 73% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Does Douglas Acres, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say there are sidewalks

Do kids play outside in Douglas Acres, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 60% of users say kids play outside

Does Douglas Acres, Des Moines, IA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 56% of users say there's holiday spirit

Is Douglas Acres, Des Moines, IA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 54% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Is Douglas Acres, Des Moines, IA quiet?

As of early 2026, 53% of users say it's quiet

Are neighbors friendly in Douglas Acres, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 53% of users say neighbors are friendly

Do residents of Douglas Acres, Des Moines, IA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Would people walk alone at night in Douglas Acres, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 47% of users say people would walk alone at night

Are the streets well-lit in Douglas Acres, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 44% of users say streets are well-lit

Is there wildlife in Douglas Acres, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 23% of users say there's wildlife

Are there community events in Douglas Acres, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 13% of users say there are community events

OFF MARKET

3936 E 26th St
Des Moines, IA 50317

Douglas Acres

3 Beds
2 Baths
969 sqft

$242,600

Trulia Estimate

as of Jul 19, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,609/mo*

Refinance Your Home

$242,600

Trulia Estimate

as of Jul 19, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,609/mo*

Refinance Your Home

3 Beds

2 Baths

969 sqft

Local Information

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Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

This one is a must-see! Split level with very large owner's bedroom, two additional bedrooms, spacious updated kitchen, and here's a bonus -TWO family rooms. The lower level is a walkout to a large fenced-in backyard that is an open canvas for your gardening and landscaping plans. If you own this home you can spend your time outside relaxing under the spacious covered deck and patio area. Also includes a very nice 2 car detached garage. The maintenance-free siding and newer roof allow you to just move in and enjoy. Situated in a great neighborhood location close to freeway and shopping. Hurry and call your agent, at this price in this market this one just won't last. All information obtained from Seller and public records.

3936 E 26th St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 969 sqft single-family home in Douglas Acres, built in 1963. It last sold for $217,000 on Jul 22, 2022. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $242,600, with a rent estimate of $1,401/month.

Home Highlights

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Outdoor

Patio

A/C

Heating & Cooling

HOA

None

Price/Sqft

No Info

Listed

Less than a day ago

Home Details for 3936 E 26th St

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 5
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: VinylFoundation Type: ConcretePatio
Parking & Garage GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1963Year Updated: 1967
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 9583 sqft

Price History for 3936 E 26th St

Date	Price	Event	Source
07/22/2022	$217,000	Sold	DMMLS #654928
Recording Date 07/22/2022 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
06/30/2022	$205,000	Pending	DMMLS #654928

06/27/2022	$205,000	Listed For Sale	DMMLS #654928

10/05/2021	$182,500	Sold	DMMLS #635342
Recording Date 10/05/2021 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
08/16/2021	$179,900	Pending	DMMLS #635342

08/10/2021	$179,900	Listed For Sale	DMMLS #635342

10/04/2016	$142,500	Sold	DMMLS #525957
Recording Date 10/04/2016 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
09/21/2016	$142,500	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $9,000 (7%)
09/12/2016	$133,500	Listed For Sale	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	$3,818
Assessment	$216,500

Home facts updated by county records

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SOLD
OCT 1, 2025
$120,000
3 bd
1.5 ba
1,020 sqft
3935 E 25th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $207,300
3 bd
1 ba
1,287 sqft
3926 E 26th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $227,300
4 bd
2 ba
864 sqft
3927 E 25th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $209,200
3 bd
1 ba
878 sqft
3934 E 26th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $176,700
2 bd
1 ba
1,172 sqft
3933 E 25th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
SOLD
MAR 17, 2026
$253,000
3 bd
2 ba
895 sqft
3922 E 26th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
Realty One Group Impact
OFF MARKET
Est. $236,300
3 bd
1 ba
1,080 sqft
3940 E 26th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $144,300
2 bd
1 ba
852 sqft
3943 E 25th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $220,200
3 bd
2 ba
1,122 sqft
3944 E 26th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $194,200
2 bd
1 ba
777 sqft
2519 E Madison Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50317
Keller Williams Realty GDM
OFF MARKET
Est. $149,100
2 bd
1 ba
671 sqft
2515 E Madison Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $204,000
3 bd
1 ba
864 sqft
2517 E Madison Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50317

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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

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Sbrandybear
Resident
5y ago
"Quiet, friendly neighbors, well lit and maintained. Close to shopping. Roads well maintained. Community pride."
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Melissa
Prev. Resident
7y ago
"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
Resident
8y ago
"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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