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 3946 E 23rd St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 3946 E 23rd St in Des Moines, IA is $237,500 .

What is the price history for 3946 E 23rd St?

3946 E 23rd St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $157,742 in December 2010.

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 3946 E 23rd St have air conditioning?

Yes, 3946 E 23rd St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 3946 E 23rd St?

The lot at 3946 E 23rd St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.40 acres (17,293 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$237,500

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
2 Baths
978 sqft (on 0.40 acres)

3946 E 23rd St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Douglas Acres

Est. Refi. Payment $1,608/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Dec 9, 2010 for $157,742

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$238K

Since last month

$600 (-0.3%)

Since last year

$16K (+7.3%)

Since last sale

$80K (+50.8%)

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

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +71% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$238K
July 2026	$238K
June 2026	$234K
May 2026	$234K
April 2026	$232K
March 2026	$230K
February 2026	$222K
January 2026	$223K
2025
December 2025	$219K
November 2025	$221K
October 2025	$222K
September 2025	$219K
August 2025	$222K
July 2025	$228K
June 2025	$224K
May 2025	$223K
April 2025	$223K
March 2025	$219K
February 2025	$214K
January 2025	$214K
2024
December 2024	$214K
November 2024	$215K
October 2024	$218K
September 2024	$217K
August 2024	$220K
July 2024	$225K
June 2024	$225K
May 2024	$226K
April 2024	$221K
March 2024	$216K
February 2024	$211K
January 2024	$208K
2023
December 2023	$208K
November 2023	$205K
October 2023	$210K
September 2023	$210K
August 2023	$212K
July 2023	$221K
June 2023	$219K
May 2023	$213K
April 2023	$206K
March 2023	$202K
February 2023	$201K
January 2023	$203K
2022
December 2022	$203K
November 2022	$206K
October 2022	$211K
September 2022	$212K
August 2022	$213K
July 2022	$215K
June 2022	$217K
May 2022	$216K
April 2022	$208K
March 2022	$205K
February 2022	$201K
January 2022	$198K
2021
December 2021	$199K
November 2021	$200K
October 2021	$198K
September 2021	$200K
August 2021	$201K
July 2021	$201K
June 2021	$197K
May 2021	$188K
April 2021	$188K
March 2021	$185K
February 2021	$180K
January 2021	$178K
2020
December 2020	$178K
November 2020	$178K
October 2020	$178K
September 2020	$176K
August 2020	$171K
July 2020	$171K
June 2020	$169K
May 2020	$169K
April 2020	$162K
March 2020	$161K
February 2020	$161K
January 2020	$160K
2019
December 2019	$161K
November 2019	$161K
October 2019	$169K
September 2019	$168K
August 2019	$168K
July 2019	$168K
June 2019	$164K
May 2019	$163K
April 2019	$160K
March 2019	$163K
February 2019	$158K
January 2019	$156K
2018
December 2018	$158K
November 2018	$157K
October 2018	$157K
September 2018	$159K
August 2018	$160K
July 2018	$160K
June 2018	$159K
May 2018	$159K
April 2018	$157K
March 2018	$153K
February 2018	$151K
January 2018	$150K
2017
December 2017	$151K
November 2017	$150K
October 2017	$149K
September 2017	$150K
August 2017	$153K
July 2017	$149K
June 2017	$152K
May 2017	$149K
April 2017	$146K
March 2017	$146K
February 2017	$144K
January 2017	$142K
2016
December 2016	$143K
November 2016	$144K
October 2016	$143K
September 2016	$139K

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
4019 E 25th St, Des Moines, IA	0.29	Single-Family Home	$190,000	09/17/25	3	2	1,104

Home facts updated by county records

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
4000 E 23rd St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.02	$258,200	3	2	1,401	Off Market
4004 E 23rd St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$246,400	3	2	1,369	Off Market
4010 E 23rd St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$240,000	5	2	1,640	Recently Sold
4016 E 23rd St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.05	$233,500	3	2	950	Off Market
4020 E 23rd St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.07	$229,900	3	1	1,050	Off Market
4026 E 23rd St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.08	$257,000	Studio	2	1,050	Off Market
3947 E 23rd St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$276,200	4	3	2,200	Off Market
2300 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$234,400	3	2	1,208	Off Market
4009 E 23rd St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.05	$276,200	4	2	1,672	Off Market
4015 E 23rd St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.06	$251,500	Studio	2	1,063	Off Market
4019 E 23rd St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.07	$249,900	4	2	1,050	Off Market
4025 E 23rd St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.08	$225,800	3	2	1,033	Off Market

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 3946 E 23rd 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

1969

Lot Size

0.4 acres

Living Area

978 sqft

Price/Sqft

$243

Parking

Garage

About this House

4 BR, 1.5 bath with nearly 1500 sq.ft. of finish. Property has an attached garage, along with a heated 2 car detached garage. Property is sold as-is. Visit - HUDHomestore website for all information, HUD cas #161-237925

3946 E 23rd St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 978 sqft single-family home in Douglas Acres, built in 1969. It last sold for $157,742 on Dec 9, 2010. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $237,500, with a rent estimate of $1,385/month.

Home Details for 3946 E 23rd 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: AsphaltExterior: MetalFoundation Type: ConcretePatio
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1969
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.40 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Mar 24, 2011 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$116,000
Feb 17, 2011 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$116,000
Dec 9, 2010 Source: N/A	Sold	$157,742
Jul 3, 2008 Source: N/A	Sold	$134,000
May 1, 1998 Source: N/A	Sold	$99,500

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$3,990	$237,000

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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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
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 3946 E 23rd St

What is 3946 E 23rd St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 3946 E 23rd St in Des Moines, IA is $237,500.
What is the price history for 3946 E 23rd St?
3946 E 23rd St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $157,742 in December 2010.
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 3946 E 23rd St have air conditioning?
Yes, 3946 E 23rd St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 3946 E 23rd St?
The lot at 3946 E 23rd St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.40 acres (17,293 sq ft).