Call or Text (240) SELL-123
Burkhardt Heights Chautauqua Park Cheatom Park Edgewood Park Elm Grove Forest Park Garden Grand Park Harlan Park Ingle-Wold King-irving Park Mondamin Presidential North Des Moines North Washington Place Northwestern Heights Norwood Park Oakland Oakridge Prospect Park Pursley Estate River Bend River Hills Riverview Park Rutherfurd Heights Sherman Hill Summit Park Walnut Hill

DES MOINES, IA 50314

Real Estate Market Report
Balanced Market
September 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 50314

Burkhardt Heights · Chautauqua Park · Cheatom Park · Edgewood Park · Elm Grove · Forest Park · Garden · Grand Park · Harlan Park · Ingle-Wold · King-irving Park · Mondamin Presidential · North Des Moines · North Washington Place · Northwestern Heights · Norwood Park · Oakland · Oakridge · Prospect Park · Pursley Estate · River Bend · River Hills · Riverview Park · Rutherfurd Heights · Sherman Hill · Summit Park · Walnut Hill

Market Analysis

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

The DES MOINES, IA real estate market (50314) currently shows 45 active listings, with 10 pending sales. Homes are averaging 65 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 10 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 65 days on market compared to 62 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 1% year-over-year, from $188,749 to $190,725.

★ Page Sponsor
🏠
Sponsor This Market
Realtors & Brokers — reserve this page for DES MOINES, IA 50314 and connect with motivated buyers & sellers.
Contact SELL123.com →

Market Context

Market Context

Population: 10,086  ·  Density: 1,577.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $37,636

Typical home value: $138,383  ·  Homeownership: 42.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
45
⇩ 18.2% vs 55 last year
Pending
10
22% pending ratio
Median Price
$190,725
⇧ 1% vs $188,749 last year
Average Price
$232,441
⇧ 12.3% vs $206,893 last year
Days on Market
65
⇧ 4.8% vs 62 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$164
⇧ 18% vs $139/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,388 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 45 this year vs 55 last year
  • Days on market: 65 now vs 62 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $190,725 (+1% YoY)
  • Average: $232,441 (+12.3% 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 10.7 miles — 1,343 listings ($551,139,044 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50314Des Moines, IA 503140.0 mi48$10,449,072$186,225$217,689
50303Des Moines, IA 503030.1 mi1$299,000$299,000$299,000
50316Des Moines, IA 503161.7 mi47$8,669,996$176,000$184,468
50310Des Moines, IA 503102.7 mi145$35,070,570$232,450$241,866
50313Des Moines, IA 503133.5 mi85$16,839,265$182,400$198,109
50324Windsor Heights, IA 503244.2 mi21$6,367,851$296,225$303,231
50321Des Moines, IA 503215.0 mi32$15,598,976$444,925$487,468
50320Des Moines, IA 503205.9 mi86$26,075,974$303,725$303,209
50327Pleasant Hill, IA 503277.5 mi64$24,754,624$363,718$386,791
50023Ankeny, IA 500238.5 mi279$126,619,686$372,473$453,834
50325Clive, IA 503258.7 mi93$65,176,167$644,925$700,819
50266West Des Moines, IA 502669.7 mi251$138,631,065$395,750$552,315
50211Norwalk, IA 5021110.7 mi191$76,586,798$356,240$400,978

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in DES MOINES, IA 50314?

As of September 2026, there are 45 active listings in DES MOINES, IA (zip code 50314), compared to 55 the prior year.

What is the median home price in DES MOINES, IA 50314?

The median listing price in DES MOINES, IA 50314 is $190,725 as of September 2026, a 1% increase from $188,749 the prior year.

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

Homes in DES MOINES, IA 50314 spend an average of 65 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 62 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in DES MOINES, IA 50314?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of September 2026, DES MOINES, IA 50314 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 10 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 65 days on market compared to 62 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 50314 save an estimated $3,815 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $190,725. 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.