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GRIMES, IA 50111

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Polk County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
121
⇧ 5.2% vs 115 last year
Pending
26
21% pending ratio
Median Price
$369,945
⇩ 10% vs $410,945 last year
Average Price
$454,096
⇩ 0.8% vs $457,954 last year
Days on Market
77
⇩ 14.4% vs 90 days last year

Market Context

Population: 15,745  ·  Density: 242.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $100,971

Typical home value: $275,681  ·  Homeownership: 68.4%

Market Analysis

Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The GRIMES, IA real estate market (50111) currently shows 121 active listings, with 26 pending sales. Homes are averaging 77 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 6 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 77 days on market compared to 90 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 10% year-over-year, from $410,945 to $369,945.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 121 this year vs 115 last year
  • Days on market: 77 now vs 90 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $369,945 (-10% YoY)
  • Average: $454,096 (-0.8% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 12.9 miles — 1,279 listings ($546,135,193 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50111Grimes, IA 501110.0 mi121$54,945,616$369,945$454,096
50131Johnston, IA 501314.3 mi136$71,870,288$427,250$528,458
50322Urbandale, IA 503225.4 mi107$30,993,620$259,900$289,660
50063Dallas Center, IA 500636.9 mi6$1,577,850$240,000$262,975
50324Windsor Heights, IA 503247.7 mi19$5,642,867$300,000$296,993
50226Polk City, IA 502268.8 mi69$41,050,653$507,400$594,937
50023Ankeny, IA 500239.1 mi261$115,915,059$385,000$444,119
50313Des Moines, IA 503139.7 mi87$17,764,182$182,400$204,186
50265West Des Moines, IA 5026510.4 mi114$59,069,100$329,500$518,150
50301Des Moines, IA 5030110.8 mi1$1,650,000$1,650,000$1,650,000
50309Des Moines, IA 5030912.1 mi66$24,878,238$319,950$376,943
50021Ankeny, IA 5002112.3 mi290$119,963,720$354,990$413,668
50007Alleman, IA 5000712.9 mi2$814,000$407,000$407,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in GRIMES, IA 50111?

As of January 2026, there are 121 active listings in GRIMES, IA (zip code 50111), compared to 115 the prior year.

What is the median home price in GRIMES, IA 50111?

The median listing price in GRIMES, IA 50111 is $369,945 as of January 2026, a 10% decrease from $410,945 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in GRIMES, IA?

Homes in GRIMES, IA 50111 spend an average of 77 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 90 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in GRIMES, IA 50111?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, GRIMES, IA 50111 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 6 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 77 days on market compared to 90 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in GRIMES, IA?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in GRIMES, IA 50111 save an estimated $7,399 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $369,945. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.