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DES MOINES, IA 50315

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Polk County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
135
vs 135 last year
Pending
37
27% pending ratio
Median Price
$218,450
⇩ 0.7% vs $219,950 last year
Average Price
$252,532
⇩ 4.1% vs $263,418 last year
Days on Market
73
⇧ 1.4% vs 72 days last year

Market Context

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

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

Market Analysis

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

The DES MOINES, IA real estate market (50315) currently shows 135 active listings, with 37 pending sales. Homes are averaging 73 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 73 days on market compared to 72 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 0.7% year-over-year, from $219,950 to $218,450.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Days on market: 73 now vs 72 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $218,450 (-0.7% YoY)
  • Average: $252,532 (-4.1% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 12.1 miles — 1,082 listings ($434,125,381 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50315Des Moines, IA 503150.0 mi135$34,091,820$218,450$252,532
50321Des Moines, IA 503212.7 mi31$14,798,780$422,500$477,380
50312Des Moines, IA 503123.8 mi83$36,539,837$289,000$440,239
50301Des Moines, IA 503014.1 mi1$1,650,000$1,650,000$1,650,000
50316Des Moines, IA 503164.6 mi51$9,287,457$177,000$182,107
50265West Des Moines, IA 502656.1 mi114$59,069,100$329,500$518,150
50324Windsor Heights, IA 503246.3 mi19$5,642,867$300,000$296,993
50211Norwalk, IA 502117.1 mi168$63,236,880$334,900$376,410
50313Des Moines, IA 503137.6 mi87$17,764,182$182,400$204,186
50047Carlisle, IA 500479.4 mi22$7,635,298$314,900$347,059
50061Cumming, IA 5006110.0 mi12$8,069,736$512,450$672,478
50009Altoona, IA 5000910.7 mi157$56,450,606$369,945$359,558
50323Urbandale, IA 5032312.1 mi202$119,888,818$499,900$593,509

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of January 2026, there are 135 active listings in DES MOINES, IA (zip code 50315), compared to 135 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in DES MOINES, IA 50315 is $218,450 as of January 2026, a 0.7% decrease from $219,950 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 73 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 72 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 January 2026, DES MOINES, IA 50315 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 73 days on market compared to 72 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 $4,369 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $218,450. 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.