401 SE 3rd St, Ankeny, IA 50021
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OFF MARKET

401 SE 3rd St
Ankeny, IA 50021

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,040 sqft

$286,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 13, 2026

$286,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 13, 2026
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,040 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$286K
Since last month
Decreased$800 (-0.3%)
Since last year
Increased$6K (+2%)
Since last sale
Increased$86K (+43.2%)
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 +43% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$286K
July 2026$287K
June 2026$287K
May 2026$285K
April 2026$286K
March 2026$281K
February 2026$277K
January 2026$275K
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2024
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2016

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
401 SE 4th St, Ankeny, IA 50021
0.07
$395,600
6
2.5
1,740
Off Market
505 SE 3rd St, Ankeny, IA 50021
0.09
$238,300
3
1
912
Off Market
314 SE Uehlamar Dr, Ankeny, IA 50021
0.10
$285,600
3
2
1,100
Off Market
518 N 4th St, Ankeny, IA 50021
0.13
$277,500
4
2
930
Off Market

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1960
Living Area
1,040 sqft
Price/Sqft
$275
Parking
Garage

About this House

All the convenience of a rapidly growing city, and all the pleasantries of a quiet, established neighborhood. This wonderful 4 bedroom 2 bath ranch sits on a great, fenced in corner lot. The home features new windows and entry doors, new carpet, and new paint throughout. The living room features crown molding, while the master bedroom features hardwood flooring. New floor tile in the bathroom is consistent with the new tile in the remodeled kitchen. Spend your evenings in the finished basement if you prefer, or out on the new deck. A 1 car garage will provide the storage you need, so call today to purchase!
401 SE 3rd St, Ankeny, IA 50021 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,040 sqft single-family home built in 1960. It last sold for $199,990 on Aug 25, 2016. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $286,400, with a rent estimate of $1,843/month.

Home Details for 401 SE 3rd St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherRefrigeratorWasher

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: BrickFoundation Type: Concrete
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Space: 1Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1960
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9844 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 25, 2016
Source: N/A
Sold
$199,990
Feb 25, 2015
Source: DMMLS #443566
Sold
$139,000
Nov 27, 2014
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$142,500
Price decreased by 2%
Oct 22, 2014
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$145,000
Price decreased by 3%
Oct 3, 2014
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$149,900

Market trends in Ankeny

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$308K
$1KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.2%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$217
$3MoM
Available listings
447
8MoM
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What Locals Say about Ankeny

At least 328 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 93 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 91 % Say car is needed

  • 88 % Say parking is easy

  • 87 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 80 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 79 % Say kids play outside

  • 78 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 76 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 76 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 71 % Say it's quiet

  • 58 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 51 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 42 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 39 % Say there's wildlife

  • 38 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 34 % Say there are community events

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  • Angie D.
    "Lots of stores and shopping! Not too neighborly but there is anything you’d need store wise in this area! "
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  • Deb Mock
    "My neighborhood has terrible access to public transportation, but my commute to downtown Des Moines is 15 minutes"
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  • EMedina
    "Huge sports park, multiple pools, lots of playgrounds, major bike trails, art center, city organized family entertainment "
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  • Cody Wilson
    "People stay for a long time. Quiet street with easy access to amenities. Friendly people. Well maintained yards usually"
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  • Yanexy
    "loads of people walk their dogs, so much that i feel like im behind on walks. it’s nice to see. also ankeny animal and avian clinic is amazing. it’s nice that it’s a 5 minute drive from my house."
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  • Tameraihle
    "Ankeny has great schools. There are many parks. Lots of sports programs not affiliated with schools. "
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  • Anne Hampsmire
    "Dog owners like the safety of the neighborhood. This neighborhood is primarily residential therefore there isn’t a lot of city traffic. And it’s quiet. "
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  • Myleehouse
    "Walking distance to elementary school. Lots of young families. Friendly neighbors. All the modern conveniences of a bigger city close to home. Easy access to the intestate. "
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  • Connie
    "This neighborhood has Lots of sidewalks. Friendly people, parks nearby, and even a sledding hill close for winter fun!"
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  • Charles.harlan75
    "Farmers market, outdoor movies under the stars, large bicycle culture, local breweries/pubs in walking distance"
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  • Kwylie8
    "My neighborhood is beautiful, quiet, fun, friendly and very active. Lots of dogs and people are responsible and use doggie bags. It’s a very unique area houses are all different styles not cookie cutter. It feels safe and the schools are top notch. "
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  • Tlebepe
    "i use my own transportation to move around. otherwise the public transportation is not accessible. it runs once in the morning and then evening back. "
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  • Bigcut868
    "Work and live in same apt complex so commute is awesome. Nw Ankeny is a good place to live, I have no children with me so raising kids here is not something I can say"
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  • Brea K.
    "I Grew up in Ankeny Iowa.. it was a super safe place to live, play and go to school. It was Voted in 2020 Forbes #1 city to move to, work in and raise a family in. "
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  • Jonathan N.
    "this is a great neighborhood. we hold about two block parties a year. all of our kids share toys and power wheels. we all help each other. it is very quiet place. "
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  • Connie C.
    "The school district has exploded and its no longer a small suburb but a large city. The schools have gone down hill in my opinion. Traffic is heavy, rent is high. It’s a well maintained city with lots of activities to do and nice parks and trails nearby. "
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  • Sierra B.
    "Access to highways is great as long as you have a vehicle. I wish there was access to bus transportation "
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  • Enaalicehajicc
    "Dog walkers are very very common as their is a local park within walking distance and sidewalks with calm traffic. "
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  • Rachel O.
    "Very convenient to get onto 235 - about a 20 minute drive to downtown. Traffic is light most mornings. "
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  • Roger S.
    " Short. Less than a mile. Busy during what is developing into a rush hour. Community is growing rapidly and there are some congested areas during certain times. The heaviest being from 6:30 to 8:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and from 4:40 to 6:30 p.m."
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  • Joe B.
    "I love it here. I love the neighborhood and convince of all the stores within walking distance. One thing I've noticed that is really cool is that the street sweeper comes around a few times to clean the streets."
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    "Everyone is very friendly and it’s nice and quiet. It’s next to everything you need which makes it the best location to live "
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  • Rachel V. F.
    "Very animal friendly, lots of Area to walk & run! Wide open for dogs! I do believe North Ankeny could use a dog park "
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  • Anthony A.
    "for the larger population, it still has a small town feel. people take pride in keeping up their property, and people are genuinely friendly and helpful."
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  • Connie
    "Small community feel. Close to shopping. Friendly neighbors, very welcoming. Have lived here 15 yrs hate to leave anytime soon. "
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  • Holly.merk
    "yes they would live to walk their dogs around there. people are friendly and there are many dogs around."
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  • Debra Garner
    "This neighborhood cares deeply about how the grounds and their homes look. Immaculate neighborhood."
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  • Mario
    "Very clean neighborhoods all throughout the town of ankeny. Everyone is very kind. The school districts here are also a very good with amazing teachers. "
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  • Uneek B.
    "There are families in our neighborhood. There’s a nice park near our home and lots of places to eat not far from the house. "
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    "Ankeny is very safe suburbs. Neighbors are very respectful and excellent raising a family. My husband and i are in 30s and we love ankeny. Low in crime, quiet and it is a very conservative suburbs that has values Christianity "
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  • Taylor
    "great place to raise kids. good schools. a lot of good options for food and entertainment. close distance to malls"
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    "People walk dogs a lot in our neighborhood they seem welcome everyone has a dog except for us. "
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Frequently asked questions about 401 SE 3rd St

  • What is 401 SE 3rd St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 401 SE 3rd St in Ankeny, IA is $286,400.
  • What is the price history for 401 SE 3rd St?
    401 SE 3rd St in Ankeny, IA last sold for $199,990 in August 2016.
  • Is Ankeny a buyer's or seller's market?
    Ankeny is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Ankeny?
    The median sale price in Ankeny is $308K. That is down $1K from the prior month.
  • Does 401 SE 3rd St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 401 SE 3rd St in Ankeny, IA has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 401 SE 3rd St?
    The lot at 401 SE 3rd St in Ankeny, IA is about 0.23 acres (9,844 sq ft).