4136 E Seneca Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
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SOLD
OCT 10, 2025

4136 E Seneca Ave
Des Moines, IA 50317

Sheridan Gardens
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 864 sqft

$164,500

Last Sold: Oct 10, 2025
0% below list $165K
$190/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,116/mo*
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$164,500

Last Sold: Oct 10, 2025
0% below list $165K
$190/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,116/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1 Bath
864 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

This charming three-bedroom ranch home offers comfort and convenience in a newly remodeled space. Inside you'll find a bright family room with durable LVP flooring and a modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Outside, the fenced-in backyard provides privacy and space for pets, play or gardening. A one car detached garage adds extra storage and parking. This move-in ready home blends style, function and a welcoming layout.
4136 E Seneca Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 864 sqft single-family home in Sheridan Gardens, built in 1961. It last sold for the $164,900 asking price on Oct 10, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $164,200, with a rent estimate of $1,370/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$190/sqft
Listed
161 days ago

Home Details for 4136 E Seneca Ave

Interior Features

Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 864 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, StoveDishwasherLaundry: Main LevelRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Carpet, Laminate

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShingleFencing: WoodFoundation: Slab
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Detached,Garage,One Car Garage
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 28

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1961
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding
Property Information
Parcel Number: 06000849117000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $164,900Price Per Sqft: $190/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Sep 23 2025

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Des Moines
School Information
Elementary School District: Des Moines IndependentJr High / Middle School District: Des Moines IndependentHigh School District: Des Moines Independent

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 864 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7623 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, Contract

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 724057Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 988-5983Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-06000849117000-R-N
Last check for updates: about 6 hours ago
Listed by Jill Bassman, (515) 988-5983
Bassman Real Estate
Bought with: Lee Scroggins, (515) 453-5273, Iowa Realty Waukee
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#724057

Price History for 4136 E Seneca Ave

DatePriceEventSource
10/10/2025$164,500Sold
DMMLS #724057
09/23/2025$164,900PendingDMMLS #724057
09/04/2025$164,900PriceChange
DMMLS #724057
08/21/2025$170,000PriceChange
DMMLS #724057
08/11/2025$175,000Listed For SaleDMMLS #724057
04/11/2025$95,000Sold
N/A
08/31/2004$80,000Sold
N/A
02/14/2003$78,500Sold
N/A

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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

Year2025
Tax$2,770
Assessment$156,400
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 4136 E Seneca Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
4106 E Seneca Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.07
Single-Family Home
$175,000
06/11/26
3
1
864
4118 E Garden Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.06
Single-Family Home
$145,000
12/23/25
3
1
916
4016 E Seneca Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$170,000
03/13/26
3
1
864
4006 E Garden Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$235,000
10/27/25
3
1
976
3606 E 39th Ct, Des Moines, IA
0.36
Single-Family Home
$178,000
01/29/26
3
1
912
3607 E 41st Ct, Des Moines, IA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$248,000
05/06/26
3
1
1,008
4107 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.11
Single-Family Home
$232,000
11/26/25
3
2
988

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Neighborhood Overview

Sheridan Gardens
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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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