3944 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
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OFF MARKET

3944 E 8th St
Des Moines, IA 50316

Highland Park
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 748 sqft

$180,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 13, 2026

$180,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 13, 2026
2 Beds
1 Bath
748 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$181K
Since last month
Decreased$800 (-0.4%)
Since last year
Decreased$4K (-2.4%)
Since last sale
Increased$47K (+34.8%)
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 +78% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$181K
July 2026$181K
June 2026$181K
May 2026$180K
April 2026$181K
March 2026$179K
February 2026$177K
January 2026$176K
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Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
3940 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.01
$230,000
2
1
720
Recently Sold
3936 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.01
$225,000
3
2
1,062
For Sale
3924 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.05
$236,200
3
1
1,094
Off Market
3930 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.04
$183,100
2
1
959
Off Market
3922 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.06
$149,600
2
1
760
Off Market
3918 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.07
$141,800
2
1
672
Off Market
717 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
0.03
$197,100
4
2
1,088
Off Market
721 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
0.02
$176,500
2
1
824
Off Market
711 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
0.04
$220,400
3
1
1,388
Off Market
701 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
0.06
$256,100
4
2
1,907
Off Market
3813 N Union St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.21
$184,400
3
1
888
Off Market
632 E Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
0.23
$143,700
2
1
693
Off Market

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1954
Living Area
748 sqft
Price/Sqft
$241
Parking
Garage

About this House

Check out this hidden gem This VERY well cared for 2 bedroom ranch has it all. Updated bath, eat in kitchen & partial finished lower level with extra living space, tons of storage, and an office area. 4 season porch attached to large 2 car garage on a HUGE CORNER LOT with privacy fencing. This home will be great for hosting and enjoying outdoor activities with friends and family
3944 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 748 sqft single-family home in Highland Park, built in 1954. It last sold for $133,900 on May 16, 2019. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $180,500, with a rent estimate of $1,070/month.

Home Details for 3944 E 8th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 4
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Appliances & Utilities
DryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: MetalFoundation Type: Concrete
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1954
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9711 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 16, 2019
Source: DMMLS #578365
Sold
$133,900
Mar 23, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$129,900

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
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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

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  • 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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Frequently asked questions about 3944 E 8th St

  • What is 3944 E 8th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 3944 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA is $180,500.
  • What is the price history for 3944 E 8th St?
    3944 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $133,900 in May 2019.
  • 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.
  • Does 3944 E 8th St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 3944 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
  • Does 3944 E 8th St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 3944 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA has in-unit laundry.