Welcome home to this beautifully updated 3-bed, 2-bath home where the work has already been done, allowing you to simply move in and enjoy. Charming cedar pillars and a welcoming front porch create inviting curb appeal, while fresh paint and newer flooring throughout the main level give the home a bright, refreshed feel. Natural light fills the living room, which flows seamlessly into the dining area and updated kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances. 3 bedrooms and a beautiful full bath with a tiled shower surround, new tile flooring, updated vanity, and modern finishes complete the main level. Downstairs, the finished lower level offers even more living space with a spacious family room featuring an electric fireplace and floating shelves, plus a flex area perfect for a playroom, home office, workout space, or hobbies. A ¾ bath with tile shower, laundry area, and generous storage add even more functionality. Outside, enjoy a fully fenced backyard with plenty of room to relax, entertain, or let pets and kids play, along with a deck, patio, and an oversized 2-car garage that's heated and cooled for year-round comfort. Major updates, including a new roof and siding (2023), newer vinyl windows, updated PEX plumbing, and spray-foamed rim joists, provide peace of mind. Conveniently located just minutes from Altoona, you'll enjoy quick access to shopping, restaurants, entertainment, parks, Prairie Meadows, Adventureland, and easy interstate access for an effortless commute.
For sale
$260,000
3826 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
3beds
1,040sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1962
9,278 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$250/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Charming cedar pillarsModern finishesLaundry areaUpdated vanityFresh paintNew tile flooringWelcoming front porch
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Listed by:
Chrissi Ripperger 877-407-2676,
RE/MAX Concepts
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 745390
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, See Remarks, Stove
Features
- Dining Area, See Remarks
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Electric
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,040
- Total interior livable area: 1,040 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 800
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 9,278 Square Feet
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 06000849048000
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1962
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Fire Alarm, Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $250/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $235,400
- Annual tax amount: $4,437
- Date on market: 7/17/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 3 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/31/2026 | Listed for sale | $260,000$250/sqft |
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| 7/19/2026 | Pending sale | $260,000$250/sqft |
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| 7/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $260,000+62.6%$250/sqft |
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| 8/11/2017 | Sold | $159,900$154/sqft |
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| 7/11/2017 | Pending sale | $159,900$154/sqft |
Source: Greater Des Moines #543208 Report a problem | ||
| 7/5/2017 | Listed for sale | $159,900+33.8%$154/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty GDM #543208 Report a problem | ||
| 3/7/2017 | Listing removed | $119,535+1.7%$115/sqft |
Source: Auction.com Report a problem | ||
| 2/15/2017 | Listed for sale | -- |
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| 3/8/2013 | Sold | $117,500-8.6%$113/sqft |
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| 11/10/2008 | Sold | $128,500-3.7%$124/sqft |
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| 7/31/2008 | Listed for sale | $133,500$128/sqft |
Source: Homes.com #332646 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,982 +2.2% | $235,400 +12.8% |
| 2024 | $3,898 +4.4% | $208,600 |
| 2023 | $3,732 +0.8% | $208,600 +24.8% |
| 2022 | $3,702 +0.7% | $167,200 |
| 2021 | $3,676 -3.6% | $167,200 +7.2% |
| 2020 | $3,814 +10.3% | $155,900 |
| 2019 | $3,458 -0.4% | $155,900 +13.6% |
| 2018 | $3,472 | $137,200 +5.1% |
| 2017 | $3,472 +8.1% | $130,500 +7.1% |
| 2016 | $3,212 | $121,900 |
| 2015 | $3,212 +5.6% | $121,900 +2.6% |
| 2014 | $3,042 | $118,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $118,800 +1.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $116,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $116,600 -6% |
| 2010 | -- | $124,100 |
| 2009 | -- | $124,100 +2.9% |
| 2008 | -- | $120,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $120,600 +6.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $113,100 |
| 2005 | -- | $113,100 +12.1% |
| 2003 | -- | $100,860 +1% |
| 2002 | -- | $99,860 +1.9% |
| 2001 | -- | $97,990 |
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Neighborhood: Sheridan Gardens
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Des Moines Independent
Source: DMMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.





