Data as of March 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The Des Moines County, IA real estate market currently shows 176 active listings, with 53 pending sales. Homes are averaging 56 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 5 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.
Homes are selling faster, averaging 56 days on market compared to 68 days last year.
The median listing price has risen 1.6% year-over-year, from $140,000 to $142,200.
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Population: 38,558 · Density: 81.9/mi² · Median household income: $57,346
Typical home value: $134,336 · Homeownership: 70.1%
Burlington: 52601
Danville: 52623
Mediapolis: 52637
Middletown: 52638
Oakville: 52646
Sperry: 52650
West Burlington: 52655
Yarmouth: 52660
Based on listing price changes before sale/pending as a proxy for sale-to-list dynamics. Source: Realtor.com.