Active Listings
114
⇧ 1.8% vs 112 last year
Population: 33,222 · Density: 664.7/mi² · Median household income: $81,579
Typical home value: $242,839 · Homeownership: 65.7%
Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The WEST DES MOINES, IA real estate market (50265) currently shows 114 active listings, with 37 pending sales. Homes are averaging 91 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.
Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 91 days on market compared to 76 days last year.
The median listing price has fallen 3.1% year-over-year, from $339,923 to $329,500.
Whether you are buying or selling in WEST DES MOINES, IA, SELL123.com can help you save significantly on commission — typically 2% compared to traditional 5% broker fees. Call (240) SELL-123 for a free consultation.
| Zip | City / State | Distance | Listings | Market Value | Median $ | Average $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50265 | West Des Moines, IA 50265 | 0.0 mi | 114 | $59,069,100 | $329,500 | $518,150 |
| 50312 | Des Moines, IA 50312 | 3.8 mi | 83 | $36,539,837 | $289,000 | $440,239 |
| 50324 | Windsor Heights, IA 50324 | 3.9 mi | 19 | $5,642,867 | $300,000 | $296,993 |
| 50325 | Clive, IA 50325 | 5.4 mi | 94 | $64,185,268 | $599,000 | $682,822 |
| 50322 | Urbandale, IA 50322 | 5.7 mi | 107 | $30,993,620 | $259,900 | $289,660 |
| 50310 | Des Moines, IA 50310 | 6.3 mi | 135 | $33,666,300 | $235,000 | $249,380 |
| 50303 | Des Moines, IA 50303 | 6.6 mi | 1 | $299,000 | $299,000 | $299,000 |
| 50314 | Des Moines, IA 50314 | 6.7 mi | 52 | $11,687,728 | $195,000 | $224,764 |
| 50323 | Urbandale, IA 50323 | 7.3 mi | 202 | $119,888,818 | $499,900 | $593,509 |
| 50316 | Des Moines, IA 50316 | 8.3 mi | 51 | $9,287,457 | $177,000 | $182,107 |
| 50313 | Des Moines, IA 50313 | 9.3 mi | 87 | $17,764,182 | $182,400 | $204,186 |
| 50111 | Grimes, IA 50111 | 10.4 mi | 121 | $54,945,616 | $369,945 | $454,096 |
| 50261 | Van Meter, IA 50261 | 11.1 mi | 10 | $7,095,200 | $789,900 | $709,520 |
As of January 2026, there are 114 active listings in WEST DES MOINES, IA (zip code 50265), compared to 112 the prior year.
The median listing price in WEST DES MOINES, IA 50265 is $329,500 as of January 2026, a 3.1% decrease from $339,923 the prior year.
Homes in WEST DES MOINES, IA 50265 spend an average of 91 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 76 days the prior year.
Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, WEST DES MOINES, IA 50265 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 91 days on market compared to 76 days last year.
With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in WEST DES MOINES, IA 50265 save an estimated $6,590 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $329,500. 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.