New listingPrice cut $4KNew build
19
$232,990
2390 SE Callista Ave
West Des Moines, IA 50265
3 bd3 ba1,511 sqft
Townhouse
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West Des Moines, IA Housing Market & Real Estate
Leaning buyer's+9.4% YoY
Housing market overview · Updated weekly ·
Quick answer: The median home sale price in West Des Moines, IA is $338,495, up 9.4% year-over-year. Homes sell in an average of 75 days with 272 active listings. The market is currently a leaning buyer's.
$338,495median sale price
Is West Des Moines a buyer's or seller's market?
Leaning buyer's4.3 months of supply75 avg. days on market
West Des Moines, IA is currently a leaning buyer's, based on 4.3 months of supply and homes selling in about 75 days. How we determine this →
Homes sold
64
Last 12 weeks
Days on market
75
Average pace
Active listings
272
4.3 months supply
Sale-to-list
98.3%
Below asking
West Des Moines, IA market data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median sale price | $338,495 |
| Median list price | $324,900 |
| Year-over-year price change | +9.4% |
| Average days on market | 75 days |
| Active inventory | 272 listings |
| Months of supply | 4.3 months |
| Sale-to-list price ratio | 98.3% |
| Market condition | Leaning buyer's |
Source: Redfin · Updated weekly
The West Des Moines housing market is currently classified as a leaning buyer's with a median sale price of $338,495. Prices have risen 9.4% compared to last year, with homes spending an average of 75 days on market, indicating 4.3 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 West Des Moines
There are currently 272 homes listed for sale in West Des Moines, Iowa. The median listing price is $325K. Featured listings range from $232,990 to $925,000.
New listingNew build
19
$234,990
2251 SE Morningdew Dr
West Des Moines, IA 50265
3 bd3 ba1,511 sqft
Townhouse
Est. $235K
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19
$244,990
2277 SE Morningdew Dr
West Des Moines, IA 50265
3 bd3 ba1,511 sqft
Townhouse
Est. $238K
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19
$249,990
2522 SE Morningdew Dr
West Des Moines, IA 50265
3 bd3 ba1,511 sqft
Townhouse
Est. $249K
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New listingPrice cut $5KNew build
26
$285,000
9116 Robinson Dr
West Des Moines, IA 50266
3 bd2 ba1,591 sqft
House
Est. $294K
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20
$324,990
2698 SE Creekhill Way
West Des Moines, IA 50265
4 bd3 ba1,752 sqft
House
Est. $318K
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22
$339,990
2492 SE Fox Valley Dr
West Des Moines, IA 50265
4 bd3 ba2,053 sqft
House
Est. $350K
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23
$368,990
2475 SE Billings Pl
West Des Moines, IA 50265
5 bd4 ba2,556 sqft
House
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35
$385,000
9065 Bishop Dr Apt 106
West Des Moines, IA 50266
2 bd2 ba1,646 sqft
Townhouse1,494 sqft lot
Est. $389KSold 2023 for $366K
Stephanie Siedenburg · Moeckl Realty LLC
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35
$545,000
8832 Kingman Dr
West Des Moines, IA 50266
5 bd3 ba1,846 sqft
House11,321 sqft lot
Est. $516KSold 2004 for $270K
Kasey Kliegl · RE/MAX Concepts
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New listing
25
$589,000
8530 Parkside Cir
West Des Moines, IA 50266
3 bd4 ba2,230 sqft
House15,939 sqft lot
Est. $471KSold 2011 for $317K
Jeffrey Hagel · Jeff Hagel Real Estate
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New listingNew build
5
$925,000
8144 Edgewood Ct
West Des Moines, IA 50266
6 bd5 ba2,220 sqft
House15,246 sqft lot
Marc Lee · RE/MAX Precision
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Active listings
272
Homes on market
Median list price
$325K
Avg. days on market
75
Days until sale
New this week
109
Newly listed
Price drops:28.3%of listings
Sale-to-list:98.3%
Top public schools in West Des Moines
14 schools tracked · 8,983 students
The largest public schools serving West Des Moines, IA by enrollment, drawn from the National Center for Education Statistics. School quality is a commonly cited factor in home-buying decisions — these are the campuses families in this area are most likely to encounter.
Valley High School
Grades 10-12 · 2,111 students
Westridge Elementary
Grades PK-6 · 775 students
Valley Southwoods
Grades 9 · 744 students
Jordan Creek Elementary School
Grades PK-6 · 646 students
Stilwell Junior High School
Grades 7-8 · 644 students
Brookview Elementary School
Grades K-5 · 642 students
Hillside Elementary School
Grades PK-6 · 581 students
Woodland Hills Elementary School
Grades K-5 · 569 students
Source: National Center for Education Statistics, Common Core of Data directory. Updated annually. Ratings and test scores are not currently displayed.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average home price in West Des Moines?
The median home sale price in West Des Moines is $338,495, up 9.4% from last year.
How long do homes stay on market in West Des Moines?
Homes typically spend 75 days on market before going under contract.
Is West Des Moines a buyer's or seller's market?
With 4.3 months of supply, West Des Moines is currently a leaning buyer's.
How many homes are for sale in West Des Moines?
There are currently 272 homes listed for sale in West Des Moines, IA.
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