Des Moines, IA

Balanced market+8.3% YoY

Housing market overview · Updated weekly

$216,500median sale price

Homes sold

181

Last 12 weeks

Days on market

73

Average pace

Active listings

651

3.6 months supply

Sale-to-list

96.6%

Below asking

The Des Moines housing market is currently classified as a balanced market with a median sale price of $216,500. Prices have risen 8.3% compared to last year, with homes spending an average of 73 days on market, indicating 3.6 months of inventory.With limited inventory, homes sell quickly and buyers should be prepared to act decisively and competitively to secure a property.

Market trends

Homes for sale in Des Moines

There are currently 651 homes listed for sale in Des Moines, Iowa. The median listing price is $219K. Featured listings range from $169,000 to $429,900.

4 bedroom multi-family for sale at 708 Wall Ave Des Moines - $169,000
$169,000

708 Wall Ave

Des Moines, IA

4 bd4 ba1,872 sqft
Multi-family8,668 sqft lot
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3 bedroom house for sale at 4018 55th St Des Moines - $250,000
$250,000

4018 55th St

Des Moines, IA

3 bd2 ba948 sqft
House8,407 sqft lot
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3 bedroom townhouse for sale at 2613 Brook View Dr Des Moines - $299,990
$299,990

2613 Brook View Dr

Des Moines, IA

3 bd3 ba1,899 sqft
Townhouse
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3 bedroom townhouse for sale at 2605 E 50th Ct Des Moines - $304,990
$304,990

2605 E 50th Ct

Des Moines, IA

3 bd3 ba1,899 sqft
Townhouse
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3 bedroom townhouse for sale at 2609 E 50th Ct Des Moines - $304,990
$304,990

2609 E 50th Ct

Des Moines, IA

3 bd3 ba1,899 sqft
Townhouse
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3 bedroom townhouse for sale at 2539 E 50th Ct Des Moines - $304,990
$304,990

2539 E 50th Ct

Des Moines, IA

3 bd3 ba1,899 sqft
Townhouse
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3 bedroom townhouse for sale at 2601 E 50th Ct Des Moines - $304,990
$304,990

2601 E 50th Ct

Des Moines, IA

3 bd3 ba1,899 sqft
Townhouse
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3 bedroom townhouse for sale at 2513 E 50th Ct Des Moines - $309,990
$309,990

2513 E 50th Ct

Des Moines, IA

3 bd3 ba1,899 sqft
Townhouse
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4 bedroom house for sale at 3005 Sweetwater Dr Des Moines - $389,990
$389,990

3005 Sweetwater Dr

Des Moines, IA

4 bd3 ba2,190 sqft
House
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3 bedroom house for sale at 464 SW 12th St Des Moines - $409,900
$409,900

464 SW 12th St

Des Moines, IA

3 bd2 ba1,772 sqft
House
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3 bedroom house for sale at 462 SW 12th St Des Moines - $410,000
$410,000

462 SW 12th St

Des Moines, IA

3 bd2 ba1,772 sqft
House
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3 bedroom house for sale at 460 SW 12th St Des Moines - $429,900
$429,900

460 SW 12th St

Des Moines, IA

3 bd2 ba1,772 sqft
House
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Active listings

651

Homes on market

Median list price

$219K

Avg. days on market

73

Days until sale

New this week

262

Newly listed

Price drops:30.7%of listings
Sale-to-list:96.6%

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Frequently asked questions

What is the average home price in Des Moines?

The median home sale price in Des Moines is $216,500, up 8.3% from last year.

How long do homes stay on market in Des Moines?

Homes typically spend 73 days on market before going under contract.

Is Des Moines a buyer's or seller's market?

With 3.6 months of supply, Des Moines is currently a balanced market.

How many homes are for sale in Des Moines?

There are currently 651 homes listed for sale in Des Moines, IA.

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