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

What is 3944 E 27th St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 3944 E 27th St in Des Moines, IA is $215,200 .

Is Des Moines a buyer's or seller's market?

Des Moines is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What's the median sale price in Des Moines?

The median sale price in Des Moines is $215K. That is up $3.57K from the prior month.

What do residents say about the Douglas Acres neighborhood?

Residents describe the Douglas Acres neighborhood in Des Moines, IA as easy to park in, dog-friendly, and well-kept. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Douglas Acres, Des Moines .

Does 3944 E 27th St have air conditioning?

Yes, 3944 E 27th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 3944 E 27th St?

The lot at 3944 E 27th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.17 acres (7,579 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$215,200

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
1 Bath
876 sqft

3944 E 27th St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Douglas Acres

Est. Refi. Payment $1,464/mo*

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Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$215K

Since last month

$2K (+1.1%)

Since last year

$14K (+7%)

Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate and the value of nearby homes.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +73% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$216K
August 2026	$215K
July 2026	$213K
June 2026	$213K
May 2026	$213K
April 2026	$211K
March 2026	$208K
February 2026	$202K
January 2026	$203K
2025
December 2025	$199K
November 2025	$203K
October 2025	$202K
September 2025	$198K
August 2025	$201K
July 2025	$205K
June 2025	$204K
May 2025	$204K
April 2025	$202K
March 2025	$199K
February 2025	$194K
January 2025	$193K
2024
December 2024	$194K
November 2024	$196K
October 2024	$196K
September 2024	$196K
August 2024	$197K
July 2024	$201K
June 2024	$202K
May 2024	$203K
April 2024	$199K
March 2024	$196K
February 2024	$190K
January 2024	$187K
2023
December 2023	$187K
November 2023	$188K
October 2023	$189K
September 2023	$190K
August 2023	$192K
July 2023	$194K
June 2023	$193K
May 2023	$192K
April 2023	$185K
March 2023	$180K
February 2023	$174K
January 2023	$173K
2022
December 2022	$175K
November 2022	$179K
October 2022	$183K
September 2022	$184K
August 2022	$185K
July 2022	$186K
June 2022	$186K
May 2022	$184K
April 2022	$174K
March 2022	$166K
February 2022	$155K
January 2022	$156K
2021
December 2021	$159K
November 2021	$162K
October 2021	$164K
September 2021	$165K
August 2021	$168K
July 2021	$171K
June 2021	$171K
May 2021	$172K
April 2021	$169K
March 2021	$164K
February 2021	$161K
January 2021	$159K
2020
December 2020	$157K
November 2020	$156K
October 2020	$155K
September 2020	$152K
August 2020	$149K
July 2020	$149K
June 2020	$149K
May 2020	$148K
April 2020	$144K
March 2020	$143K
February 2020	$143K
January 2020	$144K
2019
December 2019	$144K
November 2019	$143K
October 2019	$139K
September 2019	$139K
August 2019	$141K
July 2019	$142K
June 2019	$145K
May 2019	$141K
April 2019	$143K
March 2019	$143K
February 2019	$141K
January 2019	$139K
2018
December 2018	$141K
November 2018	$140K
October 2018	$140K
September 2018	$141K
August 2018	$143K
July 2018	$146K
June 2018	$145K
May 2018	$144K
April 2018	$141K
March 2018	$140K
February 2018	$140K
January 2018	$138K
2017
December 2017	$135K
November 2017	$133K
October 2017	$132K
September 2017	$134K
August 2017	$137K
July 2017	$140K
June 2017	$140K
May 2017	$138K
April 2017	$130K
March 2017	$131K
February 2017	$131K
January 2017	$131K
2016
December 2016	$127K
November 2016	$126K
October 2016	$126K
September 2016	$124K

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
2603 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$214,900	2	2	855	Off Market
3946 E 27th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.01	$156,800	2	1	748	Off Market
2600 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.07	$255,100	Studio	-	842	Off Market
2612 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.05	$233,900	3	1	1,123	Off Market
2608 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.06	$252,200	3	1	1,035	Off Market
4008 E 27th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.05	$266,600	3	2	1,552	Off Market
2615 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.02	$204,500	3	2	964	Off Market
2607 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$217,200	3	1	948	Off Market
3942 E 27th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.01	$220,100	2	3	976	Off Market
3941 E 26th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$225,000	2	2	876	Recently Sold
3936 E 27th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.02	$209,300	3	1	1,424	Off Market
3935 E 26th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$214,100	3	2	1,174	Off Market

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 3944 E 27th St.
Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1959

Living Area

876 sqft

Price/Sqft

$246

Parking

Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 3944 E 27th St, Des Moines, IA. 3944 E 27th St is in the Douglas Acres neighborhood in Des Moines, IA and in ZIP code 50317. This property has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 876 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 7579 sqft and was built in 1959.

3944 E 27th St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 876 sqft single-family home in Douglas Acres, built in 1959. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $215,200, with a rent estimate of $1,318/month.

Home Details for 3944 E 27th St

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

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: WoodFoundation Type: Concrete
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1959
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 7579 sqft

Price and Tax history

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$3,166	$206,900

Home facts updated by county records

Additional Cost

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated July 2026

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

Around this home

Garton Elementary School
PK-5
Public
480 Students
Des Moines Independent Community School District
2/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
I am thankful to have my daughter comes to Garton! This is my daughter's 1st year as a 1st grader, had moved from South Carolina which she missed so much! But her teacher Mrs Hegwein is doing a great job! My daughter loves her and enjoys going to school everyday! Everyone in Garton Elementary is doing a good job working side by side to make this school a safe and a fun haven for learning! Appreciates the PTA Staffs who are doing their best for the sake of Garton students! More power to Garton Elementary who deserves to be rated as one of the great school of Iowa!
Parent Review
12y ago
2 Reviews

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Neighborhood Overview

Douglas Acres

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Buy: $190k - $395k

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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
Resident
6y ago
"Quiet, friendly neighbors, well lit and maintained. Close to shopping. Roads well maintained. Community pride."
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Melissa
Prev. Resident
8y 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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Frequently asked questions about 3944 E 27th St

What is 3944 E 27th St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 3944 E 27th St in Des Moines, IA is $215,200.
Is Des Moines a buyer's or seller's market?
Des Moines is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What's the median sale price in Des Moines?
The median sale price in Des Moines is $215K. That is up $3.57K from the prior month.
What do residents say about the Douglas Acres neighborhood?
Residents describe the Douglas Acres neighborhood in Des Moines, IA as easy to park in, dog-friendly, and well-kept. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Douglas Acres, Des Moines.
Does 3944 E 27th St have air conditioning?
Yes, 3944 E 27th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 3944 E 27th St?
The lot at 3944 E 27th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.17 acres (7,579 sq ft).