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DES MOINES, IA 50313

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 50313

Alta Vista · Andy's Place · Arthur Avenue Heights · Auburn Heights · Bacon Acres · Berwick Heights · Bethany Heights · Brookfield · Brugioni Heights · Buena Vista · Cedar Knolls · Clarkson Place · College · Cornell Heights · Dailey's Woods · Deer Run Estates · Ellis Heights · Fairmont Park · Flint Hills · Freehold · Friendly Hills · Goode Heights · Halbrook Estates · Halbrook Park · Highland Park · Lake Park · Martha Hall Heights · Morton View · North Madison Park · North Oak Park · Northacre · Northmoreland · Oak Park · Oakland Heights · Old Orchard Beach · Park Fair Heights · Saylorville · Saylorville Heights · Shawnee Acres · Shawnee Park · Union Park · Woodside Estates

Market Analysis

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

The DES MOINES, IA real estate market (50313) currently shows 107 active listings, with 43 pending sales. Homes are averaging 58 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 21 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 58 days on market compared to 53 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 18% year-over-year, from $228,000 to $187,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 18,291  ·  Density: 391.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $61,532

Typical home value: $147,454  ·  Homeownership: 72.4%

Market Overview

Active Listings
107
⇧ 24.4% vs 86 last year
Pending
43
40% pending ratio
Median Price
$187,000
⇩ 18% vs $228,000 last year
Average Price
$218,444
⇩ 20.7% vs $275,525 last year
Days on Market
58
⇧ 9.4% vs 53 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$195
⇩ 6.3% vs $208/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,092 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 107 this year vs 86 last year
  • Days on market: 58 now vs 53 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $187,000 (-18% YoY)
  • Average: $218,444 (-20.7% 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 10.2 miles — 1,330 listings ($550,111,427 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50313Des Moines, IA 503130.0 mi85$16,839,265$182,400$198,109
50316Des Moines, IA 503163.5 mi47$8,669,996$176,000$184,468
50301Des Moines, IA 503013.6 mi1$1,650,000$1,650,000$1,650,000
50311Des Moines, IA 503114.6 mi58$16,787,114$250,000$289,433
50309Des Moines, IA 503094.9 mi75$27,508,275$306,250$366,777
50021Ankeny, IA 500215.3 mi321$135,130,086$362,248$420,966
50324Windsor Heights, IA 503245.8 mi21$6,367,851$296,225$303,231
50322Urbandale, IA 503226.0 mi138$40,565,100$259,750$293,950
50321Des Moines, IA 503218.4 mi32$15,598,976$444,925$487,468
50327Pleasant Hill, IA 503278.5 mi64$24,754,624$363,718$386,791
50265West Des Moines, IA 502659.3 mi132$62,941,824$316,225$476,832
50111Grimes, IA 501119.7 mi136$62,668,256$377,425$460,796
50323Urbandale, IA 5032310.2 mi220$130,630,060$489,990$593,773

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in DES MOINES, IA 50313?

As of June 2026, there are 107 active listings in DES MOINES, IA (zip code 50313), compared to 86 the prior year.

What is the median home price in DES MOINES, IA 50313?

The median listing price in DES MOINES, IA 50313 is $187,000 as of June 2026, a 18% decrease from $228,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in DES MOINES, IA 50313 spend an average of 58 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 53 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in DES MOINES, IA 50313?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of June 2026, DES MOINES, IA 50313 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 21 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 58 days on market compared to 53 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 50313 save an estimated $3,740 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $187,000. 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.