4100 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
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OFF MARKET

$462,200

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,985 sqft (on 4.29 acres)

4100 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Est. Refi. Payment $3,055/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Nov 16, 2018 for $235,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$462K
Since last month
Decreased$3K (-0.7%)
Since last year
Increased$17K (+3.8%)
Since last sale
Increased$227K (+96.4%)
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 +126% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$462K
August 2026$460K
July 2026$465K
June 2026$461K
May 2026$464K
April 2026$454K
March 2026$450K
February 2026$435K
January 2026$427K
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2024
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2022
2021
2020
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2018
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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
4022 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.41
Single-Family Home
$296,500
07/16/26
4
2
1,504
3713 Belmar Dr, Des Moines, IA
0.45
Single-Family Home
$232,000
03/25/26
3
2
1,290
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
4140 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.06
$583,400
4
3
1,902
Off Market
3320 E Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.50
$211,100
3
1
1,042
Off Market
2801 E Euclid Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
1.17
$246,200
2
2
1,860
Off Market
2751 E Euclid Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
1.18
$233,500
3
1
1,288
Off Market
1205 E 25th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
2.74
-
2
1
960
Off Market
1209 E 25th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
2.73
-
2
1
960
Off Market
4040 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.04
$409,900
3
2
1,586
Off Market
4020 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.07
$377,000
3
2
1,333
Off Market
4014 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.09
$444,500
5
3
1,902
Off Market
4000 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.12
$352,200
3
2
1,440
Off Market
3938 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.18
$322,000
2
2
1,498
Off Market
3838 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.29
$267,200
3
1.5
1,312
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
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1950
Lot Size
4.29 acres
Living Area
1,985 sqft
Price/Sqft
$233
Parking
Garage

About this House

With over 4 acres in town, you'll feel like country living. This 2story home is complete with two fireplaces, an beautiful oak built ins throughout the main level. Step outside to enjoy your very own quiet, laid back oasis. You'll enjoy mature trees, a fenced in back yard and endless summer nights of fun. Extra out buildings include a heated barn perfect for a workshop or storage area. Don't miss out on this rare find
4100 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,985 sqft single-family home built in 1950. It last sold for $235,000 on Nov 16, 2018. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $462,200, with a rent estimate of $2,014/month.

Home Details for 4100 E 38th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 7
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump, GasHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherMicrowaveRefrigerator
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: WoodFoundation Type: Concrete
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1950Year Updated: 1956
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4.29 acres

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Nov 16, 2018
Source: DMMLS #565482
Sold
$235,000
Jul 17, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$255,000

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

Around this home

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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    "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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    "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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    "safe neighborshood.. friendly people. Near schools. loved it. near kids activities. near bus system. convenient "
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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "Nice place to live. I recommend it. Friendly neighbors. A mix of younger families and older residents "
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    "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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Frequently asked questions about 4100 E 38th St

  • What is 4100 E 38th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 4100 E 38th St in Des Moines, IA is $462,200.
  • What is the price history for 4100 E 38th St?
    4100 E 38th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $235,000 in November 2018.
  • 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.
  • How big is the lot at 4100 E 38th St?
    The lot at 4100 E 38th St in Des Moines, IA is about 4.3 acres.
  • Does 4100 E 38th St have a garage?
    Yes, 4100 E 38th St in Des Moines, IA has a garage.

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