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Data as of June 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The DES MOINES, IA real estate market (50309) currently shows 94 active listings, with 18 pending sales. Homes are averaging 82 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.
The median listing price has fallen 18.2% year-over-year, from $342,000 to $279,900.
Whether you are buying or selling in 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.
Population: 9,307 · Density: 1,324.2/mi² · Median household income: $58,041
Typical home value: $304,266 · Homeownership: 12.3%
| Zip | City / State | Distance | Listings | Market Value | Median $ | Average $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50309 | Des Moines, IA 50309 | 0.0 mi | 75 | $27,508,275 | $306,250 | $366,777 |
| 50301 | Des Moines, IA 50301 | 1.4 mi | 1 | $1,650,000 | $1,650,000 | $1,650,000 |
| 50316 | Des Moines, IA 50316 | 2.1 mi | 47 | $8,669,996 | $176,000 | $184,468 |
| 50312 | Des Moines, IA 50312 | 2.8 mi | 80 | $35,657,600 | $275,000 | $445,720 |
| 50310 | Des Moines, IA 50310 | 4.0 mi | 145 | $35,070,570 | $232,450 | $241,866 |
| 50317 | Des Moines, IA 50317 | 4.3 mi | 227 | $52,359,593 | $213,750 | $230,659 |
| 50313 | Des Moines, IA 50313 | 4.9 mi | 85 | $16,839,265 | $182,400 | $198,109 |
| 50265 | West Des Moines, IA 50265 | 6.5 mi | 132 | $62,941,824 | $316,225 | $476,832 |
| 50327 | Pleasant Hill, IA 50327 | 6.9 mi | 64 | $24,754,624 | $363,718 | $386,791 |
| 50131 | Johnston, IA 50131 | 9.3 mi | 138 | $72,245,070 | $411,375 | $523,515 |
| 50211 | Norwalk, IA 50211 | 9.5 mi | 191 | $76,586,798 | $356,240 | $400,978 |
| 50266 | West Des Moines, IA 50266 | 9.9 mi | 251 | $138,631,065 | $395,750 | $552,315 |
| 50323 | Urbandale, IA 50323 | 10.8 mi | 220 | $130,630,060 | $489,990 | $593,773 |
As of June 2026, there are 94 active listings in DES MOINES, IA (zip code 50309), compared to 95 the prior year.
The median listing price in DES MOINES, IA 50309 is $279,900 as of June 2026, a 18.2% decrease from $342,000 the prior year.
Homes in DES MOINES, IA 50309 spend an average of 82 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 82 days the prior year.
Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of June 2026, DES MOINES, IA 50309 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.
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