Are yards well-kept in Gray's Woods, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say yards are well-kept

Is a car needed in Gray's Woods, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 86% of users say car is needed

Would people walk alone at night in Gray's Woods, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 86% of users say people would walk alone at night

Is parking easy in Gray's Woods, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 86% of users say parking is easy

Do residents of Gray's Woods, Des Moines, IA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 71% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Is Gray's Woods, Des Moines, IA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say it's dog friendly

Do kids play outside in Gray's Woods, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 60% of users say kids play outside

Is there wildlife in Gray's Woods, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 57% of users say there's wildlife

Does Gray's Woods, Des Moines, IA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 56% of users say there's holiday spirit

Does Gray's Woods, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say there are sidewalks

Are neighbors friendly in Gray's Woods, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 38% of users say neighbors are friendly

Are the streets well-lit in Gray's Woods, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 33% of users say streets are well-lit

Is Gray's Woods, Des Moines, IA quiet?

As of early 2026, 33% of users say it's quiet

Is Gray's Woods, Des Moines, IA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 20% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

What is 4235 Thompson Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 4235 Thompson Ave in Des Moines, IA is $248,800 .

What is the price history for 4235 Thompson Ave?

4235 Thompson Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $189,000 in August 2020.

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 4235 Thompson Ave have air conditioning?

Yes, 4235 Thompson Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 4235 Thompson Ave?

The lot at 4235 Thompson Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.19 acres (8,276 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$248,800

Trulia Estimate

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,900 sqft

4235 Thompson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317

Gray's Woods

Est. Refi. Payment $1,726/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 3, 2020 for $189,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$249K

Since last month

$2K (-0.7%)

Since last year

$5K (+1.9%)

Since last sale

$60K (+31.6%)

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 +66% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$249K
August 2026	$251K
July 2026	$253K
June 2026	$251K
May 2026	$249K
April 2026	$248K
March 2026	$243K
February 2026	$239K
January 2026	$239K
2025
December 2025	$238K
November 2025	$242K
October 2025	$243K
September 2025	$244K
August 2025	$245K
July 2025	$247K
June 2025	$250K
May 2025	$249K
April 2025	$249K
March 2025	$248K
February 2025	$243K
January 2025	$244K
2024
December 2024	$247K
November 2024	$249K
October 2024	$247K
September 2024	$247K
August 2024	$248K
July 2024	$250K
June 2024	$251K
May 2024	$239K
April 2024	$238K
March 2024	$235K
February 2024	$231K
January 2024	$229K
2023
December 2023	$229K
November 2023	$228K
October 2023	$231K
September 2023	$232K
August 2023	$232K
July 2023	$232K
June 2023	$231K
May 2023	$227K
April 2023	$222K
March 2023	$218K
February 2023	$214K
January 2023	$213K
2022
December 2022	$214K
November 2022	$215K
October 2022	$221K
September 2022	$222K
August 2022	$222K
July 2022	$223K
June 2022	$225K
May 2022	$226K
April 2022	$223K
March 2022	$221K
February 2022	$221K
January 2022	$221K
2021
December 2021	$219K
November 2021	$216K
October 2021	$213K
September 2021	$212K
August 2021	$212K
July 2021	$212K
June 2021	$209K
May 2021	$207K
April 2021	$203K
March 2021	$202K
February 2021	$199K
January 2021	$193K
2020
December 2020	$189K
November 2020	$191K
October 2020	$190K
September 2020	$189K
August 2020	$190K
July 2020	$190K
June 2020	$189K
May 2020	$178K
April 2020	$178K
March 2020	$174K
February 2020	$172K
January 2020	$173K
2019
December 2019	$173K
November 2019	$174K
October 2019	$176K
September 2019	$177K
August 2019	$178K
July 2019	$181K
June 2019	$180K
May 2019	$180K
April 2019	$180K
March 2019	$179K
February 2019	$177K
January 2019	$177K
2018
December 2018	$175K
November 2018	$175K
October 2018	$176K
September 2018	$175K
August 2018	$170K
July 2018	$167K
June 2018	$167K
May 2018	$168K
April 2018	$163K
March 2018	$163K
February 2018	$173K
January 2018	$172K
2017
December 2017	$172K
November 2017	$161K
October 2017	$159K
September 2017	$160K
August 2017	$158K
July 2017	$156K
June 2017	$156K
May 2017	$156K
April 2017	$154K
March 2017	$154K
February 2017	$155K
January 2017	$155K
2016
December 2016	$155K
November 2016	$154K
October 2016	$153K
September 2016	$150K

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
2001 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA	0.37	Single-Family Home	$136,000	09/08/26	3	2	1,115

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
4229 Thompson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.01	$244,200	3	1	1,006	Off Market
4221 Thompson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$221,500	3	1	1,020	Off Market
4217 Thompson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$227,100	3	2	948	Off Market
4213 Thompson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.05	$218,000	3	1	1,448	Off Market
4209 Thompson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.07	$231,800	3	2	1,020	Off Market
4205 Thompson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.08	$214,200	3	2	1,092	Off Market
4236 Thompson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$227,000	3	2	948	Off Market
4230 Thompson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$237,900	3	1	1,020	Off Market
4222 Thompson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$126,300	Studio	-	977	Off Market
4216 Thompson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.05	$223,400	3	1	1,020	Off Market
4212 Thompson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.06	$206,600	2	1	972	Off Market
4208 Thompson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.07	$226,900	3	2	990	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1974

1,900 sqft

$131/sqft

Garage

About this House

Your search is over! Checkout this slice of heaven in the city! This gorgeous ranch is located on a dead end street. Main floor features: spacious living room, eat-in kitchen, full bath, 3 bedrooms, plus washer & dryer hook-ups make this level complete. Downstairs is completely finished with a second family room, a large master suite, laundry and a huge beautiful remodeled full bathroom. Step out onto the deck, perfect for entertaining, plus beautiful wildlife in the timber! This won’t last! Open house Sunday 6/28 from 1-3pm. Buyers with agents welcome!

4235 Thompson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,900 sqft single-family home in Gray's Woods, built in 1974. It last sold for $189,000 on Aug 3, 2020. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $248,800, with a rent estimate of $1,928/month.

Home Details for 4235 Thompson Ave

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementAdditional StorageNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: OfficeStorageCeiling Fan
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Floors: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate
Appliances & Utilities Cable ReadyDishwasherDisposalMicrowaveRefrigerator
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: VinylFoundation Type: ConcreteLawnPatioPorch
Parking & Garage GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Detached, Off Street, On Street

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1974
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 8276 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Mar 24, 2021 Source: N/A	ListingRemoved
Aug 3, 2020 Source: DMMLS #611181	Sold	$189,000
Jun 23, 2020 Source: N/A	Listed For Sale	$189,000
Dec 21, 2017 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$175,000
Dec 9, 2017 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$175,000
Aug 20, 2015 Source: N/A	Sold	$138,000
Jul 25, 2012 Source: N/A	Sold	$130,500
Sep 9, 2011 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$134,900
Jun 9, 2011 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$134,900
May 1, 2009 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$137,900
Feb 11, 2009 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$137,900
Apr 21, 2006 Source: N/A	Sold	$129,500
Jun 24, 1998 Source: N/A	Sold	$81,500

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$4,142	$246,500

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
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What Locals Say about Gray's Woods

At least 3 Trulia users voted on each feature.

100 % Say yards are well-kept
86 % Say car is needed
86 % Say people would walk alone at night
86 % Say parking is easy
71 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
67 % Say it's dog friendly
60 % Say kids play outside
57 % Say there's wildlife
56 % Say there's holiday spirit
50 % Say there are sidewalks
38 % Say neighbors are friendly
33 % Say streets are well-lit
33 % Say it's quiet
20 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

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Frequently asked questions about 4235 Thompson Ave

What is 4235 Thompson Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 4235 Thompson Ave in Des Moines, IA is $248,800.
What is the price history for 4235 Thompson Ave?
4235 Thompson Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $189,000 in August 2020.
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 4235 Thompson Ave have air conditioning?
Yes, 4235 Thompson Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 4235 Thompson Ave?
The lot at 4235 Thompson Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.19 acres (8,276 sq ft).