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DES MOINES, IA 50315

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 50315

Belnor Heights · Bloomfield · Brightwell Plaza · Brookmont Acres · Campbell Heights · Casady's Druid Hill Park · City View · Clifton Heights · Columbia Heights · Columbus Park (Mckinley School) · Courtland Heights · Dodge Heights · Gardena Heights · Greater South Side · Green Ridge Knolls · Highland Hills · Hillcrest · Homestead Acres · Homestead Manor · Indianola Hills · Jefferson Heights · Jordan Manor · Kirkwood Heights · Lawn Arbor · Magnolia Park · Mapleton · McKinley Heights · Morningside · Oak Heights · Oak Hill · Park Fleur Plaza · Pinehurst · Richmond Heights · Rose Hill Manor · Sharon Hills · Smith's Acres · Somerset · South Fort Des Moines · South Meadows · South Park · South View Acres · Southcrest · Southern Knolls · Southgate · Southgate Manor · Southmoor Gardens · Southridge · Southwick · Sunnycrest · Sunset Ridge · Thomas Heights · Thornton Heights · Thornton Place · Virginia Heights · Wakonda Manor · Watrous Heights · Watrous Park · Whispering Pines · Whitewood Knoll · Windover Woods · Yoder Acres

Market Analysis

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

The DES MOINES, IA real estate market (50315) currently shows 137 active listings, with 53 pending sales. Homes are averaging 53 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 6 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 53 days on market compared to 46 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 1.8% year-over-year, from $216,450 to $212,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 36,355  ·  Density: 1,363.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $58,441

Typical home value: $155,139  ·  Homeownership: 59.5%

Market Overview

Active Listings
137
⇩ 4.2% vs 143 last year
Pending
53
39% pending ratio
Median Price
$212,500
⇩ 1.8% vs $216,450 last year
Average Price
$246,369
⇩ 4.2% vs $257,276 last year
Days on Market
53
⇧ 15.2% vs 46 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$212
⇧ 5% vs $202/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,126 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 137 this year vs 143 last year
  • Days on market: 53 now vs 46 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $212,500 (-1.8% YoY)
  • Average: $246,369 (-4.2% 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 12.1 miles — 1,166 listings ($474,209,037 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50315Des Moines, IA 503150.0 mi136$33,756,152$219,500$248,207
50321Des Moines, IA 503212.7 mi32$15,598,976$444,925$487,468
50312Des Moines, IA 503123.8 mi80$35,657,600$275,000$445,720
50301Des Moines, IA 503014.1 mi1$1,650,000$1,650,000$1,650,000
50316Des Moines, IA 503164.6 mi47$8,669,996$176,000$184,468
50265West Des Moines, IA 502656.1 mi132$62,941,824$316,225$476,832
50324Windsor Heights, IA 503246.3 mi21$6,367,851$296,225$303,231
50211Norwalk, IA 502117.1 mi191$76,586,798$356,240$400,978
50313Des Moines, IA 503137.6 mi85$16,839,265$182,400$198,109
50047Carlisle, IA 500479.4 mi26$9,581,364$310,850$368,514
50061Cumming, IA 5006110.0 mi21$13,549,977$529,900$645,237
50009Altoona, IA 5000910.7 mi174$62,379,174$369,945$358,501
50323Urbandale, IA 5032312.1 mi220$130,630,060$489,990$593,773

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in DES MOINES, IA 50315?

As of March 2026, there are 137 active listings in DES MOINES, IA (zip code 50315), compared to 143 the prior year.

What is the median home price in DES MOINES, IA 50315?

The median listing price in DES MOINES, IA 50315 is $212,500 as of March 2026, a 1.8% decrease from $216,450 the prior year.

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

Homes in DES MOINES, IA 50315 spend an average of 53 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 50315?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, DES MOINES, IA 50315 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 6 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 53 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 50315 save an estimated $4,250 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $212,500. 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.