$1,781

closing credit¹

2426 E 38th St Des Moines, IA 50317

$150,000
2 beds
1 full
720 sqft
0.1 acres
$208 / sqft
House

Property details

About 2426 E 38th St

This home is ready for a first-time homeowner or investor. It is a very adorable 2-bedroom ranch-style home move in ready. There is new laminate flooring and painting throughout this home. You will love the covered front porch that faces the east, so it is perfect to drink your morning coffee or nighttime cocktail! As you come inside you will find the living room bright and spacious. The kitchen has an eat-in area with lots of cabinet space. All appliances are included! There are two bedrooms with a Jack & Jill bath. A PLUS to this home is the bonus room, perfect for a home office, toy room, hobby shop, or a 3rd bedroom. The washer and dryer are currently located in the basement, but should you want the laundry on the main floor, there are connections in the bonus room. Downstairs you will find a clean and well-lit unfinished basement. You will love the backyard that is ready for your finishing landscaping ideas. This home is so close to everything you will love the location...Grocery stores, restaurants, Altoona, shopping and so much more!

Highlights

Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size720 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.13 Acres
Year built1930
MLS #711366

Summary

  • MLS Number: 711366
  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • Office Name: Century 21 Signature
  • Office Phone: (515) 250-1155
  • Listing Agent: Lynette Williamson

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Oct 02, 2017
Home Sold
$80,000
Mar 28, 2006
Home Sold
$74,500

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$108,100$2,086
2021$90,300$2,086
2020$80,500$2,086
2019$80,500$1,668
2018$71,400$1,668
2017$71,400$1,584

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

1

Brubaker Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.5 mi

2900 E 42nd St

2

Stowe Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.0 mi

1411 E 33rd St

2

Phillips Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.7 mi

1701 Lay St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $53,169. Typical income of Des Moines, IA residents is between $35k-100k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

36%
<35k
48%
35k-100k
16%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree

What types of families live nearby?

41%
Single, No Kids
15%
Single, with Kids
27%
Married, No Kids
17%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

14%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
23%
18-34 yrs old
44%
35-64 yrs old
11%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Horse RacesHorse Races
  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • NHRA Drag RacingNHRA Drag Racing

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • Family DollarFamily Dollar
  • Big LotsBig Lots

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • LongHorn SteakhouseLongHorn Steakhouse
  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • Golden CorralGolden Corral

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BuickBuick
  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • KiaKia

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
  • RockRock
  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 2426 E 38th St

This home is located at 2426 E 38th St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50317 in the Sheridan Gardens neighborhood. This 720 square foot home, which was built in 1930, sits on a 0.13 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 4, 2025 and is currently priced at $150,000.

Des Moines, IA housing market in January 2025 saw over 19 listings sold above listed price, more than 27 sold at listed price and over 88 sold below. The number of homes for sale in Des Moines, IA increased by 3.9% between December and January 2025. In January 2025, listings were on the market for 46 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $215,388.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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