Are yards well-kept in Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 97% of users say yards are well-kept

Does Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 94% of users say there are sidewalks

Do kids play outside in Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 86% of users say kids play outside

Is Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 84% of users say it's dog friendly

Is parking easy in Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 84% of users say parking is easy

Are the streets well-lit in Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 76% of users say streets are well-lit

Is a car needed in Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 74% of users say car is needed

Does Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say there's holiday spirit

Would people walk alone at night in Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 62% of users say people would walk alone at night

Is Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA quiet?

As of early 2026, 57% of users say it's quiet

Do residents of Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 55% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Are neighbors friendly in Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say neighbors are friendly

Is there wildlife in Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 32% of users say there's wildlife

Is Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 26% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Is Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 21% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Are there community events in Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 19% of users say there are community events

What is 4048 E Madison Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 4048 E Madison Ave in Des Moines, IA is $223,600 .

What is the price history for 4048 E Madison Ave?

4048 E Madison Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $110,500 in January 2009.

Is Des Moines a buyer's or seller's market?

Des Moines is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What's the median sale price in Des Moines?

The median sale price in Des Moines is $214K. That is roughly unchanged from the prior month.

Does 4048 E Madison Ave have air conditioning?

Yes, 4048 E Madison Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 4048 E Madison Ave?

The lot at 4048 E Madison Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.20 acres (8,929 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$223,600

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
2 Baths
900 sqft

4048 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317

Sheridan Gardens

Est. Refi. Payment $1,520/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Jan 30, 2009 for $110,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$224K

Since last month

$3K (-1.1%)

Since last year

$200 (+0.1%)

Since last sale

$113K (+102.6%)

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 +70% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$224K
August 2026	$224K
July 2026	$227K
June 2026	$227K
May 2026	$224K
April 2026	$222K
March 2026	$220K
February 2026	$215K
January 2026	$214K
2025
December 2025	$212K
November 2025	$221K
October 2025	$224K
September 2025	$222K
August 2025	$224K
July 2025	$226K
June 2025	$226K
May 2025	$225K
April 2025	$223K
March 2025	$219K
February 2025	$215K
January 2025	$216K
2024
December 2024	$219K
November 2024	$223K
October 2024	$220K
September 2024	$221K
August 2024	$222K
July 2024	$224K
June 2024	$223K
May 2024	$224K
April 2024	$220K
March 2024	$216K
February 2024	$212K
January 2024	$209K
2023
December 2023	$208K
November 2023	$209K
October 2023	$211K
September 2023	$211K
August 2023	$212K
July 2023	$212K
June 2023	$210K
May 2023	$207K
April 2023	$202K
March 2023	$197K
February 2023	$190K
January 2023	$188K
2022
December 2022	$190K
November 2022	$192K
October 2022	$198K
September 2022	$199K
August 2022	$199K
July 2022	$200K
June 2022	$201K
May 2022	$201K
April 2022	$194K
March 2022	$187K
February 2022	$180K
January 2022	$179K
2021
December 2021	$180K
November 2021	$182K
October 2021	$182K
September 2021	$184K
August 2021	$185K
July 2021	$186K
June 2021	$186K
May 2021	$186K
April 2021	$181K
March 2021	$179K
February 2021	$176K
January 2021	$175K
2020
December 2020	$174K
November 2020	$174K
October 2020	$174K
September 2020	$174K
August 2020	$170K
July 2020	$171K
June 2020	$170K
May 2020	$170K
April 2020	$171K
March 2020	$170K
February 2020	$165K
January 2020	$165K
2019
December 2019	$165K
November 2019	$171K
October 2019	$173K
September 2019	$170K
August 2019	$167K
July 2019	$163K
June 2019	$164K
May 2019	$160K
April 2019	$156K
March 2019	$154K
February 2019	$154K
January 2019	$154K
2018
December 2018	$152K
November 2018	$150K
October 2018	$151K
September 2018	$150K
August 2018	$147K
July 2018	$148K
June 2018	$144K
May 2018	$143K
April 2018	$143K
March 2018	$143K
February 2018	$144K
January 2018	$146K
2017
December 2017	$147K
November 2017	$146K
October 2017	$144K
September 2017	$143K
August 2017	$143K
July 2017	$140K
June 2017	$139K
May 2017	$136K
April 2017	$131K
March 2017	$131K
February 2017	$134K
January 2017	$139K
2016
December 2016	$135K
November 2016	$136K
October 2016	$133K
September 2016	$132K

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
3912 E 39th Ct, Des Moines, IA	0.17	Single-Family Home	$108,000	11/26/25	3	1	864
4131 E Garden Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.23	Single-Family Home	$265,000	05/01/26	3	2	1,008

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
4102 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.02	$245,500	3	1	864	Off Market
4108 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$222,200	3	2	1,372	Off Market
4112 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.05	$212,000	3	2	876	Off Market
4118 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.06	$198,800	3	1	969	Off Market
4124 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.07	$206,200	3	1	1,026	Off Market
4128 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.08	$220,200	3	2	988	Off Market
4044 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.01	$215,500	2	1	1,134	Off Market
4038 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$236,500	3	2	988	Off Market
4032 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$293,900	4	4	1,736	Off Market
4026 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.06	$225,600	2	1	988	Off Market
4022 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.07	$296,500	4	2	1,504	Recently Sold
4000 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.13	$226,600	3	2	1,372	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1962

900 sqft

$248/sqft

Garage

About this House

This updated split foyer with 1600 Finished SqFt is in move-in condition and resides on a huge corner lot in a great neighborhood. The exterior features low maintenance siding complemented by the beautiful faux stone on the front, huge oversized two-car garage and a large back deck perfect for evening BBQs. The open floor plan includes a formal Dining Room with built-ins, Living Room with picture window and very large Kitchen with plenty of cabinets and counter space. Beautiful French doors lead to the deck overlooking the back yard. Two bedrooms are near the bath with bubble tub for relaxation. Finish in the Lower Level includes the Family Room with a gorgeous stone-like fireplace, large 3rd bedroom and 2nd bath. The home is ideally located near schools and with easy access to the amenities of both Altoona and Des Moines and is PRICED TO SELL! Don't miss out on a great home with instant equity.

4048 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 900 sqft single-family home in Sheridan Gardens, built in 1962. It last sold for $110,500 on Jan 30, 2009. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $223,600, with a rent estimate of $1,406/month.

Home Details for 4048 E Madison Ave

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: AsphaltDeckExterior: OtherFoundation Type: Concrete
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1962
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: split entry

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 8929 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Jan 30, 2009 Source: N/A	Sold	$110,500
Jun 21, 2008 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$119,900
Mar 26, 2008 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$119,900 Price decreased by 3%
Jan 9, 2008 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$124,000
Jul 24, 2007 Source: DMMLS #305684	Sold	$97,500
Feb 2, 2007 Source: N/A	Sold	$82,719
Sep 13, 2004 Source: N/A	Sold	$118,500

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$3,856	$217,100

Additional Cost

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated August 2026

Avg. sale price

$214K

Sale-to-List Price

99.1%

0.1%MoM

Price per sq ft

$192

$1MoM

Available listings

1060

36MoM

Around this home

Brubaker Elementary School
K-5
Public
551 Students
Des Moines Independent Community School District
2/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
10 stars.. I love Love Love this school and if i ever had to i would do an open enrollment to keep him there
Parent Review
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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Sheridan Gardens

At least 31 Trulia users voted on each feature.

97 % Say yards are well-kept
94 % Say there are sidewalks
86 % Say kids play outside
84 % Say it's dog friendly
84 % Say parking is easy
76 % Say streets are well-lit
74 % Say car is needed
67 % Say there's holiday spirit
62 % Say people would walk alone at night
57 % Say it's quiet
55 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
50 % Say neighbors are friendly
32 % Say there's wildlife
26 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
21 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
19 % Say there are community events

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"I’ve lived in this neighborhood since 2015. This neighborhood is a great place to raise a family in and overall the neighbors are nice and the neighborhood is quiet. Everyone keeps their yards looking neat. "
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Frequently asked questions about 4048 E Madison Ave

What is 4048 E Madison Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 4048 E Madison Ave in Des Moines, IA is $223,600.
What is the price history for 4048 E Madison Ave?
4048 E Madison Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $110,500 in January 2009.
Is Des Moines a buyer's or seller's market?
Des Moines is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What's the median sale price in Des Moines?
The median sale price in Des Moines is $214K. That is roughly unchanged from the prior month.
Does 4048 E Madison Ave have air conditioning?
Yes, 4048 E Madison Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 4048 E Madison Ave?
The lot at 4048 E Madison Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.20 acres (8,929 sq ft).