4138 E 27th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
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4138 E 27th St
Des Moines, IA 50317

Douglas Acres
  • 4 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,102 sqft

$208,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 24, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,409/mo*
Refinance Your Home

$208,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 24, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,409/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
1 Bath
1,102 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$208K
Since last month
$0 (0%)
Since last year
Increased$10K (+5.2%)
Since last sale
Increased$1K (+0.6%)
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 +60% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$208K
July 2026$208K
June 2026$206K
May 2026$208K
April 2026$209K
March 2026$208K
February 2026$208K
January 2026$206K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

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
4128 E 27th St, Des Moines, IA
0.05
Single-Family Home
$201,500
05/28/26
3
1
1,163
2519 E Aurora Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$210,500
07/24/26
3
1
1,104
2816 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$244,900
02/13/26
4
1
980
2523 E Aurora Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.06
Single-Family Home
$165,000
10/13/25
2
1
768
3904 E 26th St, Des Moines, IA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$225,000
06/15/26
3
1
1,248
4320 NE 26th St, Des Moines, IA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$220,000
08/04/26
4
2
960
4102 E 25th St, Des Moines, IA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$255,000
03/18/26
4
2
1,040
4132 E 24th Ct, Des Moines, IA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$270,000
11/13/25
4
2
950
4335 NE 26th St, Des Moines, IA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$205,000
09/18/25
3
2
1,114

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
2630 NE Aurora Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.07
$275,000
3
1.5
1,183
Recently Sold
2523 E Aurora Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.06
$165,900
2
1
768
Off Market
4128 E 27th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.05
$201,500
3
1
1,163
Recently Sold
2750 NE Aurora Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.10
$180,300
3
1
876
Off Market
4290 NE 27th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.11
$300,000
3
1
1,004
For Sale
2519 E Aurora Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.08
$210,500
3
1
1,104
Recently Sold
2760 NE Aurora Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.11
$219,200
3
1
876
Off Market
4305 NE 27th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.16
$248,500
2
1
864
Off Market
4210 NE 28th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.15
$156,000
1
1
684
Recently Sold
4103 E 27th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.13
$263,300
3
3
1,277
Off Market
28th #22 & 23, Des Moines, IA 50315
0.16
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Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 4138 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
1962
Living Area
1,102 sqft
Price/Sqft
$189
Parking
Garage

About this House

PRICED TO SELL FAST! Move-in ready 4-bedroom home on great NE Side of Des Moines Location! This home features a large eat-in kitchen with a family room on the main level. There's also an updated bathroom and 2 bedrooms on the main level. Upstairs in the finished attic space is 2 additional bedrooms. Downstairs is a full basement with tons of room for storage and opportunity to finish for additional living space. There's updated vinyl windows throughout. Outside is a large 2-car detached garage and a large fenced in yard perfect for pets. All you need to do is move-in. Come and see Today!
4138 E 27th St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 4 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,102 sqft single-family home in Douglas Acres, built in 1962. It last sold for $206,900 on Oct 17, 2025 (4% above the $199,900 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in June 2024 with an asking price of $1,750 per month. That rental listing was removed on July 2, 2024. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $208,100, with a rent estimate of $1,600/month.
Last check for updates: about 12 hours ago
Listed by Collin Coy, (515) 250-6655
Realty ONE Group Impact
Bought with: Shauna Sturdivant, (515) 770-6328, The American Real Estate Co.
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#723218

Home Details for 4138 E 27th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1102 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, StoveDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5Levels: One and One HalfFloors: Carpet

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShingleFencing: Chain Link, FullExterior: Fully FencedFoundation: Block
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Detached,Garage,Two Car Garage
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 25

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1962
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: One and One Half Story
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 06001646002000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $199,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Aug 27 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: 1102 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

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

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8232.84 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 723218Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 250-6655Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-06001646002000-R-N

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 17, 2025
Source: DMMLS #723218
Sold
$206,900
Aug 27, 2025
Source: DMMLS #723218
Pending
$199,900
Aug 22, 2025
Source: DMMLS #723218
PriceChange
$199,900
Price decreased by 5%
Aug 15, 2025
Source: DMMLS #723218
PriceChange
$209,900
Price decreased by 5%
Aug 9, 2025
Source: DMMLS #723218
PriceChange
$219,900
Price decreased by 4%

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

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
    "Quiet, friendly neighbors, well lit and maintained. Close to shopping. Roads well maintained. Community pride."
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  • Melissa
    "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
    "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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Frequently asked questions about 4138 E 27th St

  • What is 4138 E 27th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 4138 E 27th St in Des Moines, IA is $208,100.
  • What is the price history for 4138 E 27th St?
    4138 E 27th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $206,900 in October 2025.
  • 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.
  • Does 4138 E 27th St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 4138 E 27th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
  • Does 4138 E 27th St have a yard?
    Yes, 4138 E 27th St in Des Moines, IA has a yard.

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