3936 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
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$225,000

Original price: $245,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,062 sqft

3936 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316

Highland Park
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Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Deck
Price/Sqft
$212
Listed
37 days ago
Climate Control
Forced Air, Natural Gas & Central Air

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

This beautifully updated 3-bedroom home offers the perfect blend of modern upgrades, comfort, and value. The remodeled kitchen features white shaker cabinets, granite countertops, a tile backsplash, and stainless steel appliances. Both bathrooms have been tastefully renovated with contemporary finishes. Additional improvements include updated electrical, fully updated insulation, new wood siding (2022), new windows (2022), and brand-new gutters installed in August 2026.

The spacious family room features a cozy wood-burning brick fireplace, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The unfinished basement includes partially tiled flooring and an egress window, providing natural light, excellent storage, and future finishing potential.

Outside, enjoy a detached 2-car garage, deck, patio, mature trees, and a spacious backyard. Conveniently located right next to Madison Elementary School with quick access to I-235 and I-80/I-35. Move-in ready and full of updates—schedule your private showing today!
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Rose Le, (515) 217-8535
My Real Estate Company
Emily Nguyen, (515) 556-6388
My Real Estate Company
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#745516
Also Listed on DMMLS.

Home Details for 3936 E 8th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1062 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Microwave, Refrigerator, StoveMicrowaveRefrigerator
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: Hardwood, Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood, Tile

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShinglePatio / Porch: DeckExterior: DeckFoundation: Block
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Detached,Garage,Two Car Garage
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 27Days on Market: 37

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1936
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Bungalow
Building
Construction Materials: Metal SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Condition: ResaleParcel Number: 11003514000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $225,000Price Per Sqft: $212

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

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

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 745516

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1062 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

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

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9408.96 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 745516Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAbove Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-11003514000000-R-N

Additional Information

Days On Market Replication: 27

Around this home

Neighborhood Overview

Highland Park
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What Locals Say about Highland Park

At least 43 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 88 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 85 % Say parking is easy

  • 84 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 81 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 76 % Say kids play outside

  • 72 % Say car is needed

  • 71 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 69 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 65 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 60 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 60 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 54 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 53 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 49 % Say it's quiet

  • 33 % Say there's wildlife

  • 33 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "I would not feel safe walking my dog here at night or during the day most of the time for that matter, there is a lot of sketchy people around all the time "
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  • Jill B.
    "to many busy streets. not any dog parks or open areas to let dogs play in. also the sidewalks on main roads are too close to the streets for comfort. "
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  • Tracy
    "I lived in this neighborhood for almost my whole life is a very good neighborhood although now days neighborhoods or any neighborhood are not good to walk alone always make sure that you have someone to walk with but the neighborhood I am in is a good neighborhood and very convenient for shopping and events"
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  • Rekanovicfatima
    "It’s nice and quiet and the neighbors are friendly. There are lots is of shops as well as restaurant. Schools are near by and so is downtown "
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  • Jeff A.
    "the people that live here make it unique and exciting .. to say the least,.. There is a grocery store corner market and pet store close by."
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  • Susan W.
    "I've lived in this neighborhood for five years. people are friendly. we wave at each other as we pass. groceries, drug stores, bank and restaurants are convenient."
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Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$215K
$3.57KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.2%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$191
$0MoM
Available listings
1022
12MoM

Home Value

Learn more about this home's value by checking out the value of nearby homes and how much similar homes have sold for.

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
712 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.05
Single-Family Home
$230,000
07/07/26
3
1.5
889
3914 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA
0.07
Single-Family Home
$175,000
06/03/26
2
1.5
744
4041 Columbia St, Des Moines, IA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$200,000
09/05/25
3
2
1,076
3909 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$180,000
06/30/26
2
1.5
772
3841 Columbia St, Des Moines, IA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$160,000
06/03/26
3
2
1,364
3803 Bowdoin St, Des Moines, IA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$178,500
07/24/26
3
2
902
509 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$146,700
06/23/26
3
2.5
1,184
4031 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$125,000
04/29/26
2
1
887
4147 E 7th St, Des Moines, IA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$223,000
10/14/25
3
2
1,422

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
3940 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.00
$230,000
2
1
720
Recently Sold
712 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
0.05
$230,000
3
1.5
889
Recently Sold
708 Hoffman Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.04
$225,900
3
1
1,000
Off Market
700 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
0.08
$169,900
3
2
1,539
Off Market
4011 N Union St, Des Moines, IA 50313
0.10
$215,100
3
2
1,342
Off Market
3914 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.07
$175,000
2
1.5
744
Recently Sold
705 Hoffman Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.08
$215,000
3
2
1,000
For Sale
3909 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.08
$180,000
2
1.5
772
Recently Sold
4020 N Union St, Des Moines, IA 50313
0.12
$197,600
3
1
984
Off Market
838 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
0.11
$206,200
3
2
1,161
Off Market
701 E Shawnee Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
0.13
$235,100
3
2
1,144
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 6, 2026
Source: DMMLS #745516
PriceChange
$225,000
Price decreased by 8%
Jul 20, 2026
Source: DMMLS #745516
Listed For Sale
$245,000
Apr 19, 2022
Source: DMMLS #642180
Sold
$120,000
Jan 11, 2022
Source: DMMLS #642180
Pending
$130,000
Jan 4, 2022
Source: DMMLS #642180
PriceChange
$130,000
Price decreased by 4%

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Agent Phone: (515) 217-8535
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Frequently asked questions about 3936 E 8th St

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 3936 E 8th St?
    Based on a $225,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 3936 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA is approximately $1,535 (about $1,177 principal & interest, $283 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 3936 E 8th St compare to homes in Des Moines?
    3936 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA is listed at $225,000, about 5% above the $215K median sale price in Des Moines.
  • What do residents say about the Highland Park neighborhood?
    Residents describe the Highland Park neighborhood in Des Moines, IA as well-kept, easy to park in, and walkable to grocery stores. See homes for sale in Highland Park, Des Moines.
  • What are the closest schools to 3936 E 8th St?
    The closest schools to 3936 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA are Harding Middle School (rated 2/10), Madison Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 5/10), North High School (rated 2/10).
  • Does 3936 E 8th St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 3936 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 3936 E 8th St?
    The lot at 3936 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.22 acres (9,409 sq ft).
3936 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,062 sqft single-family home built in 1936. 3936 E 8th St is located in Highland Park, Des Moines. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by DMMLS on Jul 20, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 745516.