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 4217 E Madison Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 4217 E Madison Ave in Des Moines, IA is $209,000 .

What is the price history for 4217 E Madison Ave?

4217 E Madison Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $115,000 in June 2017.

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 4217 E Madison Ave have air conditioning?

Yes, 4217 E Madison Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 4217 E Madison Ave?

The lot at 4217 E Madison Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.17 acres (7,492 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$209,000

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
1 Bath
972 sqft

4217 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317

Sheridan Gardens

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Jun 23, 2017 for $115,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$209K

Since last month

$2K (-1.1%)

Since last year

$400 (+0.2%)

Since last sale

$94K (+81.3%)

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 +61% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$209K
July 2026	$211K
June 2026	$212K
May 2026	$212K
April 2026	$207K
March 2026	$201K
February 2026	$201K
January 2026	$199K
2025
December 2025	$200K
November 2025	$206K
October 2025	$207K
September 2025	$208K
August 2025	$208K
July 2025	$211K
June 2025	$212K
May 2025	$215K
April 2025	$212K
March 2025	$208K
February 2025	$202K
January 2025	$201K
2024
December 2024	$203K
November 2024	$207K
October 2024	$209K
September 2024	$208K
August 2024	$209K
July 2024	$212K
June 2024	$211K
May 2024	$212K
April 2024	$208K
March 2024	$204K
February 2024	$201K
January 2024	$197K
2023
December 2023	$199K
November 2023	$199K
October 2023	$201K
September 2023	$202K
August 2023	$201K
July 2023	$201K
June 2023	$200K
May 2023	$197K
April 2023	$193K
March 2023	$188K
February 2023	$183K
January 2023	$182K
2022
December 2022	$183K
November 2022	$185K
October 2022	$190K
September 2022	$192K
August 2022	$191K
July 2022	$191K
June 2022	$191K
May 2022	$191K
April 2022	$185K
March 2022	$180K
February 2022	$174K
January 2022	$172K
2021
December 2021	$173K
November 2021	$173K
October 2021	$173K
September 2021	$174K
August 2021	$175K
July 2021	$177K
June 2021	$180K
May 2021	$187K
April 2021	$183K
March 2021	$182K
February 2021	$179K
January 2021	$178K
2020
December 2020	$176K
November 2020	$177K
October 2020	$176K
September 2020	$175K
August 2020	$164K
July 2020	$150K
June 2020	$133K
May 2020	$129K
April 2020	$127K
March 2020	$127K
February 2020	$126K
January 2020	$126K
2019
December 2019	$126K
November 2019	$125K
October 2019	$124K
September 2019	$125K
August 2019	$125K
July 2019	$125K
June 2019	$126K
May 2019	$124K
April 2019	$124K
March 2019	$124K
February 2019	$124K
January 2019	$123K
2018
December 2018	$122K
November 2018	$121K
October 2018	$122K
September 2018	$122K
August 2018	$122K
July 2018	$122K
June 2018	$121K
May 2018	$121K
April 2018	$119K
March 2018	$118K
February 2018	$118K
January 2018	$118K
2017
December 2017	$119K
November 2017	$117K
October 2017	$116K
September 2017	$117K
August 2017	$116K
July 2017	$115K
June 2017	$115K
May 2017	$135K
April 2017	$136K
March 2017	$132K
February 2017	$130K
January 2017	$133K
2016
December 2016	$133K
November 2016	$131K
October 2016	$128K
September 2016	$127K
August 2016	$130K

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
4239 E Euclid Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.39	Single-Family Home	$141,000	05/01/26	3	1	930
3912 E 39th Ct, Des Moines, IA	0.38	Single-Family Home	$108,000	11/26/25	3	1	864

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
4213 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.01	$237,100	4	2	1,750	Off Market
4209 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.02	$241,000	3	2	894	Off Market
4205 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$240,100	4	2	959	Off Market
4201 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.05	$227,700	3	2	1,096	Off Market
2101 Boyd St, Des Moines, IA 50317	2.63	$190,500	3	1	912	Off Market
2107 Boyd St, Des Moines, IA 50317	2.62	$195,000	3	2	960	Off Market
4221 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.01	$215,100	3	2	972	Off Market
4225 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.02	$223,000	3	1	969	Off Market
4229 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$225,100	4	2	894	Off Market
4233 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.05	$204,000	4	2	1,152	Off Market
4232 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.06	$231,300	4	2	969	Off Market
4228 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.05	$199,100	3	1	972	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

1975

Living Area

972 sqft

Price/Sqft

$215

Parking

Garage

About this House

4217 E Madison Ave, Des Moines Mint condition from top to bottom! This 3 bedroom ranch has been completely updated throughout! The new carpet and new interior paint complement the white woodwork, new light fixtures, new windows, new interior doors and hardware. The sunny white kitchen showcases laminate flooring, eating area with all the appliances included. Closet space galore in the kitchen pantry, entry closet, living room closet, and generous closet space in the three bedrooms. Near the bedrooms is the updated full bath. Potential for finish can be found in the lower level with painted floor, walls, laundry area and room for storage. Additional storage can be found in the two car garage with opener and painted floor. Relax on the front or rear deck with private fenced yard and enjoy the quiet neighborhood and mature landscaping. This immaculate home is nestled on a dead end street near schools, and eastern suburbs to include shopping and amusement park. NEW! NEW! NEW!

4217 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 972 sqft single-family home in Sheridan Gardens, built in 1975. It last sold for $115,000 on Jun 23, 2017. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $209,000, with a rent estimate of $1,437/month.

Home Details for 4217 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

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

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1975
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 60 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Jun 23, 2017 Source: DMMLS #540296	Sold	$115,000
Mar 15, 2008 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$130,000
Jan 9, 2008 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$130,000
Jul 31, 2006 Source: N/A	Sold	$123,000
May 24, 2001 Source: N/A	Sold	$87,500
Jul 19, 1996 Source: N/A	Sold	$73,400

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$3,528	$210,300

Additional Cost

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated July 2026

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

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

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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

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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 4217 E Madison Ave

What is 4217 E Madison Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 4217 E Madison Ave in Des Moines, IA is $209,000.
What is the price history for 4217 E Madison Ave?
4217 E Madison Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $115,000 in June 2017.
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 4217 E Madison Ave have air conditioning?
Yes, 4217 E Madison Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 4217 E Madison Ave?
The lot at 4217 E Madison Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.17 acres (7,492 sq ft).