Active Listings
89
⇧ 41.3% vs 63 last year
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Data as of April 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The DES MOINES, IA real estate market (50311) currently shows 89 active listings, with 39 pending sales. Homes are averaging 48 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 26 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.
Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 48 days on market compared to 40 days last year.
The median listing price has fallen 4.4% year-over-year, from $252,450 to $241,250.
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: 15,869 · Density: 2,401.3/mi² · Median household income: $62,166
Typical home value: $214,047 · Homeownership: 48.4%
| Zip | City / State | Distance | Listings | Market Value | Median $ | Average $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50311 | Des Moines, IA 50311 | 0.0 mi | 58 | $16,787,114 | $250,000 | $289,433 |
| 50310 | Des Moines, IA 50310 | 1.8 mi | 145 | $35,070,570 | $232,450 | $241,866 |
| 50301 | Des Moines, IA 50301 | 2.2 mi | 1 | $1,650,000 | $1,650,000 | $1,650,000 |
| 50314 | Des Moines, IA 50314 | 2.2 mi | 48 | $10,449,072 | $186,225 | $217,689 |
| 50316 | Des Moines, IA 50316 | 3.9 mi | 47 | $8,669,996 | $176,000 | $184,468 |
| 50321 | Des Moines, IA 50321 | 4.2 mi | 32 | $15,598,976 | $444,925 | $487,468 |
| 50315 | Des Moines, IA 50315 | 4.7 mi | 136 | $33,756,152 | $219,500 | $248,207 |
| 50317 | Des Moines, IA 50317 | 6.5 mi | 227 | $52,359,593 | $213,750 | $230,659 |
| 50320 | Des Moines, IA 50320 | 7.1 mi | 86 | $26,075,974 | $303,725 | $303,209 |
| 50266 | West Des Moines, IA 50266 | 7.6 mi | 251 | $138,631,065 | $395,750 | $552,315 |
| 50023 | Ankeny, IA 50023 | 9.0 mi | 279 | $126,619,686 | $372,473 | $453,834 |
| 50327 | Pleasant Hill, IA 50327 | 9.6 mi | 64 | $24,754,624 | $363,718 | $386,791 |
| 50211 | Norwalk, IA 50211 | 10.0 mi | 191 | $76,586,798 | $356,240 | $400,978 |
As of April 2026, there are 89 active listings in DES MOINES, IA (zip code 50311), compared to 63 the prior year.
The median listing price in DES MOINES, IA 50311 is $241,250 as of April 2026, a 4.4% decrease from $252,450 the prior year.
Homes in DES MOINES, IA 50311 spend an average of 48 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 40 days the prior year.
Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, DES MOINES, IA 50311 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 26 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 48 days on market compared to 40 days last year.
With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in DES MOINES, IA 50311 save an estimated $4,825 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $241,250. 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.