$227,000
$3K PRICE DROP

3902 E 40th St Des Moines, IA 50317

Sheridan Gardens Neighborhood

Estimated payment $1,564/month

Total Views 4,280
5 Beds
1 Bath
1,026 Sq Ft
$221 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Eat-In Kitchen

About This Home

Spacious split-foyer home on Des Moines' northeast side featuring 5 bedrooms and 1 full bath! The upper level offers 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, and an eat-in dining area off the kitchen. The lower level includes 2 additional bedrooms, perfect for guests, office space, or a playroom. Recent updates include a new furnace (2020) and AC (2021), giving peace of mind to the next owner. Enjoy the outdoors with a large yard, mature trees, and plenty of room to entertain or garden. While there is no garage, there is ample space for off-street parking. Conveniently located near schools, parks, and shopping. Come see the potential in this affordable family home!

Listing Agent

Misty Darling

BH&G Real Estate Innovations Listed on: 09/04/2025

Co-Listing Agent

Alicia Howe

BH&G Real Estate Innovations

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,392

Year Built

  • Built in 1962

Lot Details

  • 7,643 Sq Ft Lot
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Property is zoned N3A

Parking

  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Split Foyer
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,026 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Finished Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Full Bathroom

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 06000849044000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,392

Year Built

Built in 1962

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Split Foyer
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 221.25
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Year Built: 1962
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen
  • Family Room: 1st Floor, Lower Level
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1026
  • Total Sq Ft: 1026

Exterior Features

  • Fence Type: Chain Link
  • Foundation: Poured
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1750
  • Lot S F: 7643
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 06000849044000
  • Zoning: N3A

Green Features

  • Additional Green Features: No
  • ENERGYSTAR qualified New Home: No
  • HERS Rating: No
  • Leed For Homes: No
  • Solar: No

Multi Family

  • Geo Solar Thermal: No

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 4391.88
  • Net Taxes: 4186.61
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $3,848 $233,400 $40,800 $192,600
2024 $3,848 $206,100 $35,700 $170,400
2023 $3,962 $206,100 $35,700 $170,400
2022 $3,932 $168,100 $29,800 $138,300
2021 $3,900 $168,100 $29,800 $138,300
2020 $4,052 $156,300 $27,600 $128,700
2019 $3,148 $156,300 $27,600 $128,700
2018 $3,116 $117,100 $23,800 $93,300
2017 $2,956 $117,100 $23,800 $93,300
2016 $2,880 $109,300 $21,900 $87,400
2015 $2,880 $109,300 $21,900 $87,400
2014 $2,722 $106,300 $20,800 $85,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/27/2025 10/27/25 Price Changed $227,000 -1.3% $221 / Sq Ft
09/04/2025 09/04/25 For Sale $230,000 +13.9% $224 / Sq Ft
09/23/2022 09/23/22 Sold $202,000 +2.3% $197 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/30/2022 08/30/22 Pending -- -- --
06/28/2022 06/28/22 For Sale $197,500 +23.5% $192 / Sq Ft
06/11/2018 06/11/18 Sold $159,900 0.0% $156 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/29/2018 05/29/18 Pending -- -- --
04/24/2018 04/24/18 For Sale $159,900 -- $156 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $202,000 --
Warranty Deed $160,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $67,000 None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $198,341 New Conventional
Previous Owner $157,003 FHA
Closed $198,341 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 725478

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 060-00849044000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50317 Sheridan Gardens

3902 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA

For Sale

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