3948 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
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OFF MARKET

3948 E 38th St
Des Moines, IA 50317

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,984 sqft (on 0.89 acres)

$279,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 15, 2026

$279,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 15, 2026
4 Beds
2 Baths
1,984 sqft
(on 0.89 acres)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$279K
Since last month
Decreased$3K (-0.9%)
Since last year
Decreased$24K (-7.8%)
Since last sale
Increased$116K (+70.6%)
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 +23% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$279K
July 2026$284K
June 2026$282K
May 2026$283K
April 2026$272K
March 2026$268K
February 2026$265K
January 2026$274K
2025
2024
2023
2021
2020

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
2246 Elizabeth Ave, Des Moines, IA
2.65
Lot/Land
$30,000
05/04/26
2
-
720
Home facts updated by county records

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
3838 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.14
$270,600
3
1.5
1,312
Off Market
3938 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.02
$322,000
2
2
1,498
Off Market
4000 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.07
$352,400
3
2
1,440
Off Market
4014 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.08
$446,700
5
3
1,902
Off Market
4020 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.10
$376,400
3
2
1,333
Off Market
4040 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.12
$409,500
3
2
1,586
Off Market
3302 E Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.48
$254,100
2
1
1,128
Off Market
3845 Colfax Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.45
$168,900
2
1
962
Off Market
3925 Hubbell Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.27
$177,100
3
2
1,060
Off Market
4145 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.27
$524,500
5
5
1,841
Off Market
4115 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.24
$344,700
2
3
1,632
Off Market
4001 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.10
$365,100
4
3.5
2,474
Off Market

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Property Type
Lot/Land
Year Built
1963
Lot Size
0.89 acres
Living Area
1,984 sqft
Price/Sqft
$141
Parking
Garage

About this House

This is a side-by-side brick duplex. It sits on a beautiful large lot with a walk-out lower level. Each side has a tuck-under garage, one side is 2-car, the other is 1-car. The side with 1 car has utility area with shower and laundry hookups. Side with 2-car has 3/4 bath and laundry down. Kitchens have had new countertops and sinks. This property has been owner-occupied on one side, so it has the potential for more income. Behind the lot is a creek and wooded lot providing a haven for lots of wildlife to enjoy
3948 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,984 sqft lot/land built in 1963. It last sold for $163,500 on Mar 2, 2012. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $279,000, with a rent estimate of $1,439/month.

Home Details for 3948 E 38th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 8
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: BrickFoundation Type: ConcretePatio
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1963
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Lot LandArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community

Units in Building: 2

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.89 acres

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 2, 2012
Source: N/A
Sold
$163,500
Jul 11, 2008
Source: N/A
Sold
$172,500
Jul 25, 2003
Source: N/A
Sold
$1,041,000

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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What Locals Say about Des Moines

At least 1189 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 84 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 84 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 82 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 81 % Say car is needed

  • 81 % Say parking is easy

  • 67 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 66 % Say kids play outside

  • 65 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 63 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 56 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 55 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 53 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 53 % Say it's quiet

  • 52 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 51 % Say there's wildlife

  • 31 % Say there are community events

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    "Nice neighborhood, lots of dog walkers in my area. Close to dog parks as well Quiet at night and during the day. "
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    "There are lots of families in our area with so many parks and schools! It’s an amazing place to live and raise kids "
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    "They would love it!! The sidewalks and neighborhood are very walkable! Lots of parks within walking distance"
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    "Beaverdale is a blend of Norman Rockwell/Mayberry/Leave it to Beaver, we all are on first name basis and wave at each other when passing by."
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    "There are lots of dogs in the neighborhood. Therefore means there is barking. Don’t move to a dog friendly neighborhood if you don’t like that. Also loose dogs from time to time. Not a huge problem. "
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    "Everything about it is great it’s peaceful it were cozy but now I’m looking for something much newer and something that fits me."
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    "There's a variety in ages of the kids in the neighborhood and it's safe to play outside. Schools nearby. Public library and pool in the area as well as parks."
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    "Trick or treating…but the best part of our neighborhoods are the parks!!! The schools have the best playgrounds too!!"
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Frequently asked questions about 3948 E 38th St

  • What is 3948 E 38th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 3948 E 38th St in Des Moines, IA is $279,000.
  • What is the price history for 3948 E 38th St?
    3948 E 38th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $163,500 in March 2012.
  • 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.