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

OFF MARKET

4013 E 27th St
Des Moines, IA 50317

Douglas Acres

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,590 sqft (on 0.38 acres)

$255,700

Trulia Estimate

as of Aug 4, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,714/mo*

Refinance Your Home

$255,700

Trulia Estimate

as of Aug 4, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,714/mo*

Refinance Your Home

3 Beds

2 Baths

1,590 sqft

(on 0.38 acres)

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 4013 E 27th 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

1956

Lot Size

0.38 acres

Living Area

1,590 sqft

Price/Sqft

$161

Parking

Garage

About this House

This adorable ranch is move in ready! Two bedrooms on the main level and one non-conforming bedroom on the lower level makes this home perfect for the first time home buyer or single family. You will love the beautiful hardwood floors in the large living room and main level bedrooms. The kitchen has been updated with new counter tops, luxury vinyl plank flooring, newer stainless steel appliances(Included with the home!), trim and fixtures. Both bathrooms are fully updated and feature heated tile floors - ideal for those cold winter mornings! The wood burning fire place in the basement makes for a cozy night in or a great place to entertain friends and family. Other newer updates include: fresh paint throughout, drop ceiling on lower level, roof, sump pump, water heater, and flooring throughout the basement. This quiet neighborhood home is located on the NE side of Des Moines on a double lot with a detached 3 car garage. The large insulated, heated garage makes for a great wood shop or "man cave". This home is close to many amenities, has quick interstate access, is minutes from downtown Des Moines, and a few blocks from the grocery store for those last minute needs. You don't want to miss this one!

4013 E 27th St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,590 sqft single-family home in Douglas Acres, built in 1956. It last sold for $149,500 on Dec 11, 2018. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $255,700, with a rent estimate of $1,644/month.

Home Details for 4013 E 27th St

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Dining Room, Family Room, Recreation RoomCeiling Fan
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Floors: Tile, Hardwood, Laminate
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Double Paned Windows
Security Security System

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: Shingle, Vinyl, BrickFoundation Type: ConcreteLawnPorch
Parking & Garage GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Garage Detached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1956
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.38 acres

Price History for 4013 E 27th St

Date	Price	Event	Source
03/24/2021		ListingRemoved	N/A

12/11/2018	$149,500	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 12/11/2018 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
10/29/2018	$149,900	Pending	N/A

10/27/2018	$149,900	Listed For Sale	N/A

02/13/2015	$89,000	Sold	DMMLS #445901
Recording Date 02/13/2015 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
12/02/2014	$98,000	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated June 2026

Avg. sale price

$211K

$5.03KMoM

Sale-to-List Price

99.1%

0.4%MoM

Price per sq ft

$191

$4MoM

Available listings

1009

2MoM

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year	2025
Tax	$3,552
Assessment	$201,900

Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 4013 E 27th St

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
3914 E 29th St, Des Moines, IA	0.28	Single-Family Home	$266,000	12/03/25	3	2	1,288
4019 E 25th St, Des Moines, IA	0.13	Single-Family Home	$190,000	09/17/25	3	2	1,104

Home facts updated by county records

Nearby homes

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OFF MARKET
Est. $177,200
2 bd
1 ba
986 sqft
2706 E Madison Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $176,400
2 bd
1 ba
1,002 sqft
1345 Searle St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $145,200
2 bd
1 ba
668 sqft
1321 Searle St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
Space Simply
OFF MARKET
Est. $219,300
3 bd
1 ba
1,066 sqft
2716 E Madison Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $250,800
2 bd
1 ba
1,468 sqft
2726 E Madison Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $306,400
3 bd
2.5 ba
1,631 sqft
3930 E 38th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
SOLD
APR 2, 2026
$268,000
4 ba
2,640 sqft
3924 E 38th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $234,800
1 ba
1,536 sqft
3920 E 38th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $211,000
2 bd
1 ba
800 sqft
3912 E 38th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317

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Assigned Schools

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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
5y 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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