Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The West Des Moines, IA real estate market currently shows 356 active listings, with 118 pending sales. Homes are averaging 83.5 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 74 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.
Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 83.5 days on market compared to 82.6 days last year.
The median listing price has risen 0.4% year-over-year, from $369,206 to $370,592.
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ZIP coverage: 2 · Population: 68,730 · Median household income: $82,399
Typical home value: $277,605 · Homeownership rate: 58.4%