3951 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET

$337,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Sep 2, 2026
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,550 sqft
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,550 sqft

3951 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Living Area
2,550 sqft
Price/Sqft
$132

Local Information

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

About this House

Discover the perfect blend of comfort and convenience in this beautiful home located at 3951 E 38th St, Des Moines, Iowa. Nestled in a serene neighborhood, this property offers a peaceful living environment while being just a short drive away from the vibrant city life of Des Moines. With Top Shelf Property Management, you can expect top-notch service and a commitment to quality, ensuring a seamless rental experience.

You can schedule a showing and/or fill out application via our website at topshelfiowa.com. When applying make sure to upload all proof income and a photo ID, if you do not provide all pertinent information your application will not be processed.
Fully completed applications are processed in the order they are received. Application fee is $49 per person. Everyone 18 and over is required to fill out an application and are subject to credit, criminal and eviction background check. One time Administrative Fee of $125.00 *All information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and is subject to change.

All Top Shelf Property Management residents are enrolled in the Resident Benefits Package (RBP) for $49.50 per month which includes liability insurance from A+ carrier, credit building to help boost the residentas credit score, up to $1M Identity Theft Protection, HVAC air filter delivery helping to keep your HVAC system running on less energy (for applicable properties), move-in concierge service that with one call sets up your required utility services, our best-in-class resident rewards program, and much more! More details can be found on our website under RBP.

Please NOTE that this property is managed by TOP SHELF Property Management. If you are asked to send money to anyone vs paying on Top Shelfs resident portal it is a scam.

Lease length 12-Month Standard
Section 8 is unavailable at this time
Smoking is not permitted on the property

2 Car Garage
Appliances Included
Driveway Parking
Hardwood Floor
Laundry Facility
Pets Allowed
W/D In Unit
3951 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,550 sqft single-family home. More recently, it was listed as a rental in July 2024 with an asking price of $2,195 per month. That rental listing was removed on August 25, 2024. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $337,600, with a rent estimate of $1,912/month.

Home Details for 3951 E 38th St

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

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Comparable Sales for 3951 E 38th St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
3713 Belmar Dr, Des Moines, IA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$232,000
03/25/26
3
2
1,290 sqft
4022 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$296,500
07/16/26
4
2
1,504 sqft
4056 NE 43rd Ct, Des Moines, IA
0.59
Single-Family Home
$85,000
02/09/26
3
2
2,320 sqft
3912 E 39th Ct, Des Moines, IA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$108,000
11/26/25
3
1
864 sqft
4131 E Garden Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.45
Single-Family Home
$265,000
05/01/26
3
2
1,008 sqft
Home facts updated by county records

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Rental Market Trends in Des Moines

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$1,912/mo
Average rent
$1.07K
$33MoM
Available listings
525
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What Locals Say about Des Moines

At least 1190 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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    "Perfect for a college student or parent if a grad student. Safe and easy bus access. Free parking. Nice walkable area. Close to restaurants, coffee and groceries. Great neighborhood."
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  • Bailee Huddleson
    "I have had multiple encounters with my neighbors. They remain friendly and keep to themselves. Every once in awhile you will someone walking around that looks a little sus but I’ve had a good experience for the most part. "
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  • Monica Xlo
    "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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  • Emily Andersen
    "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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  • Emily Andersen
    "They would love it!! The sidewalks and neighborhood are very walkable! Lots of parks within walking distance"
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  • Paula Cuffee
    "You wouldn’t like how it seems everybody has a dog in the neighborhood, it wouldn’t be a quiet walk."
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    "I’ve lived here for 13 years and people seem to be very friendly. Most will wave as you drive by and say hi in passing."
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  • H7yhsxjr7g
    "People walk there dogs all over the neighborhood. Dogs are very quiet in the neighborhood as well and there are many pet owners that live around here."
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  • Monica Xlo
    "Quiet city, easy to get around. Lots of parks to play at during the summer and many indoor places as well. City has many employment opportunities án lots of housing development "
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  • Britnee Nichols
    "It’s a very nice place to live eat learn grown walk your pets I’d recommend you liff be e here n start your family "
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  • Michael Mcgehee
    "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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  • Cicily Hook
    "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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  • Michael Mcgehee
    "Nonexistent, I work from home. If I did commute, it’s relative easy access to freeway, highway or local routes."
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  • Lisa Burner
    "Wholesome and quaint little community with adorable neighborhoods! I’ve lived in or around beaverdale my whole life. "
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    "Livable awesome neighbors dog friendly kid friendly quite plenty of parking room when there’s an event "
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  • Meek H.
    "Golf is pretty big at the Wakanda Club nearby, Greys Lake is also just a nice area but not too many big events happen here"
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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "having all diversity accepted into the town events and the kindhearted people are going through the process "
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  • Trulia User
    "people have e dogs here it's good for dogs. People puck up after their dogs. People also watch out for other people s dogs."
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  • Trulia User
    "Quiet, safe, cute houses, nice trees, fun to bike through, low traffic, solid food choices, good grocery store"
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  • Trulia User
    "Lots of dogs.. big, small and in between.. some neighbors not so good about chaining up a picking up after their beautiful furry friends "
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  • Trulia User
    "safe neighborshood.. friendly people. Near schools. loved it. near kids activities. near bus system. convenient "
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  • Trulia User
    "lots of people walking their dogs and always smiling and very friendly. makes me want to get my own dog to walk cause their always so happy!!"
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  • Trulia User
    "my neighborhood has decent public transportation and the commute to downtown is fairly quick as long as you know the bus schedule. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I walk to work daily so I don’t commute at all. It takes me 1 minute to get to work. I don’t have issues with this"
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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "Trick or treating…but the best part of our neighborhoods are the parks!!! The schools have the best playgrounds too!!"
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  • Trulia User
    "city meetings, public library has events, teach out pool with water slides, Grandview park has shelters and on grid restrooms, tennis courts, Fairmont park has a big slide"
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  • Trulia User
    "I feel very safe here! I can even walk my dog at night feeling absolutely fine. I do see lots of families in the area, as well as college students and older couples who have been here forever. Lots of people decorate for the holidays too. "
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  • Trulia User
    "it's safe neighborhood watch well kept great people I love my neighbors too dog walking is a great idea "
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  • Trulia User
    "shops in the neighborhood parks in the neighborhood that have event's at it. and restaurants that offer special deals "
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  • Trulia User
    "there is a high school and elementary school in Fairmont Park and a middle school close by in Sheridan Park. Sheridan Park is a nice park with a wading pool and awesome slide."
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  • Trulia User
    "Great commute. Next to bus station. They're skywalks that are easy to access with a map inside of the skywalk."
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    "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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  • Marlene Brown Ackiss
    " I use to live in this neighborhood over on 810 Boyd I I really like the. Union park area Nice big tree love the way the is made "
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  • Trulia User
    "that the area is safe for their kids to live in and that it people and that their kids don't have too much to worry about in their neighborhood around their home or at school "
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  • Trulia User
    "Not immediate access to I-80 or 235, but major roads (Douglas, Hickman) are close and make it a little more convenient. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Nice place to live. I recommend it. Friendly neighbors. A mix of younger families and older residents "
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  • Trulia User
    "WatLao temple event that is held every 3rd weekend in June. Not very many neighbors participate in any events as far as gatherings. Lots of people roam the streets especially kids. "
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    "Good neighborhood to live in and raise a good family with good family values and great outdoor activities"
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 25, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$2,195
Jul 24, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$2,195
Jul 24, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
Jul 15, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$2,195
Price decreased by 4%
Jul 9, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$2,295
Price decreased by 2%

Frequently asked questions about 3951 E 38th St

  • What is 3951 E 38th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 3951 E 38th St in Des Moines, IA is $337,600.
  • 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 Des Moines?
    Residents describe Des Moines, IA as dog-friendly, pedestrian-friendly, and well-kept. See recently sold homes in Des Moines, IA.

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