Active Listings
75
⇧ 66.7% vs 45 last year
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Data as of March 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The DES MOINES, IA real estate market (50311) currently shows 75 active listings, with 28 pending sales. Homes are averaging 44 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 30 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.
Homes are selling faster, averaging 44 days on market compared to 61 days last year.
The median listing price has fallen 0.7% year-over-year, from $249,250 to $247,470.
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 March 2026, there are 75 active listings in DES MOINES, IA (zip code 50311), compared to 45 the prior year.
The median listing price in DES MOINES, IA 50311 is $247,470 as of March 2026, a 0.7% decrease from $249,250 the prior year.
Homes in DES MOINES, IA 50311 spend an average of 44 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 61 days the prior year.
Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, DES MOINES, IA 50311 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 30 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 44 days on market compared to 61 days last year.
With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in DES MOINES, IA 50311 save an estimated $4,949 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $247,470. 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.