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DES MOINES, IA 50310

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Polk County
Buyer's Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 50310

Ashby Manor · Ashby Woods · Beaver Glen · Beaver Heights · Beaver Hills · Beaver Oaks · Beaver Park · Beaver Ridge · Beaver Woods · Beaverdale · Beaverdale Gardens · Bel Aire · Boesen Gardens · Broadmoor · Busch's Heights · Carmel Heights · Cherry Croft Place · Churchdale · Colonial Acres · Colonial Gardens · Curtis Bluff Park · Debra Heights · Debra Park · Deerfoot Acres · Doudna Heights · Drake · Earlwood Acres · Ernhurst Woods · Euclid Heights · Euclid Terrace · Fagen Park · Fairacres · Five Oaks · Fleetwood · Glen Echo · Glen Oaks · Grassmere · Grove Park · Gurnas Heights · Hallett Acres · Harding Heights · Hickman Highlands · Highland Gardens · Hollandale · Hollywood · Ingleside · Kemming Acres · Kimble Acres · Kingman Acres · Kingman Highlands · Kingsdale · Kirkwood Glen · Lawnwoods · Linwood Park · Lockhart Park · Lower Beaver · Lynner Heights · Mary Oaks · Maryland Park · Meadowland · Meredith · Merle Hay · Mesa Park · Monterey Park · Murray Hill · North University Park · Oak Groves · Sawyers Landing · Sharon Place · Turner Place · University Heights · Vista Grove · Waveland Park · West University Place · Westchester Manor · Wrenwood

Market Analysis

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

The DES MOINES, IA real estate market (50310) currently shows 147 active listings, with 76 pending sales. Homes are averaging 54 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 17 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 54 days on market compared to 46 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 6.2% year-over-year, from $239,950 to $225,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 31,976  ·  Density: 1,536.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $73,369

Typical home value: $197,037  ·  Homeownership: 69.6%

Market Overview

Active Listings
147
⇧ 13.1% vs 130 last year
Pending
76
52% pending ratio
Median Price
$225,000
⇩ 6.2% vs $239,950 last year
Average Price
$240,990
⇩ 1.9% vs $245,737 last year
Days on Market
54
⇧ 17.4% vs 46 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$202
⇩ 6.5% vs $216/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,137 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 147 this year vs 130 last year
  • Days on market: 54 now vs 46 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $225,000 (-6.2% YoY)
  • Average: $240,990 (-1.9% 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
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 10.8 miles — 1,720 listings ($702,782,712 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50310Des Moines, IA 503100.0 mi145$35,070,570$232,450$241,866
50324Windsor Heights, IA 503242.6 mi21$6,367,851$296,225$303,231
50301Des Moines, IA 503012.7 mi1$1,650,000$1,650,000$1,650,000
50313Des Moines, IA 503133.2 mi85$16,839,265$182,400$198,109
50322Urbandale, IA 503223.3 mi138$40,565,100$259,750$293,950
50316Des Moines, IA 503164.1 mi47$8,669,996$176,000$184,468
50321Des Moines, IA 503216.1 mi32$15,598,976$444,925$487,468
50315Des Moines, IA 503156.3 mi136$33,756,152$219,500$248,207
50325Clive, IA 503256.6 mi93$65,176,167$644,925$700,819
50323Urbandale, IA 503237.6 mi220$130,630,060$489,990$593,773
50021Ankeny, IA 500218.4 mi321$135,130,086$362,248$420,966
50320Des Moines, IA 503208.4 mi86$26,075,974$303,725$303,209
50263Waukee, IA 5026310.8 mi395$187,252,515$429,450$474,057

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in DES MOINES, IA 50310?

As of March 2026, there are 147 active listings in DES MOINES, IA (zip code 50310), compared to 130 the prior year.

What is the median home price in DES MOINES, IA 50310?

The median listing price in DES MOINES, IA 50310 is $225,000 as of March 2026, a 6.2% decrease from $239,950 the prior year.

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

Homes in DES MOINES, IA 50310 spend an average of 54 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 46 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in DES MOINES, IA 50310?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, DES MOINES, IA 50310 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 17 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 54 days on market compared to 46 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in DES MOINES, IA 50310 save an estimated $4,500 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $225,000. 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.