Active Listings
58
⇩ 4.9% vs 61 last year
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Data as of March 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The DES MOINES, IA real estate market (50316) currently shows 58 active listings, with 20 pending sales. Homes are averaging 49 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.
Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 49 days on market compared to 39 days last year.
The median listing price has fallen 5.3% year-over-year, from $189,000 to $179,000.
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: 16,647 · Density: 1,802.0/mi² · Median household income: $51,803
Typical home value: $127,373 · Homeownership: 65.9%
| Zip | City / State | Distance | Listings | Market Value | Median $ | Average $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50316 | Des Moines, IA 50316 | 0.0 mi | 47 | $8,669,996 | $176,000 | $184,468 |
| 50303 | Des Moines, IA 50303 | 1.8 mi | 1 | $299,000 | $299,000 | $299,000 |
| 50309 | Des Moines, IA 50309 | 2.1 mi | 75 | $27,508,275 | $306,250 | $366,777 |
| 50313 | Des Moines, IA 50313 | 3.5 mi | 85 | $16,839,265 | $182,400 | $198,109 |
| 50310 | Des Moines, IA 50310 | 4.1 mi | 145 | $35,070,570 | $232,450 | $241,866 |
| 50315 | Des Moines, IA 50315 | 4.6 mi | 136 | $33,756,152 | $219,500 | $248,207 |
| 50327 | Pleasant Hill, IA 50327 | 5.9 mi | 64 | $24,754,624 | $363,718 | $386,791 |
| 50321 | Des Moines, IA 50321 | 6.1 mi | 32 | $15,598,976 | $444,925 | $487,468 |
| 50009 | Altoona, IA 50009 | 7.5 mi | 174 | $62,379,174 | $369,945 | $358,501 |
| 50265 | West Des Moines, IA 50265 | 8.3 mi | 132 | $62,941,824 | $316,225 | $476,832 |
| 50131 | Johnston, IA 50131 | 8.8 mi | 138 | $72,245,070 | $411,375 | $523,515 |
| 50035 | Bondurant, IA 50035 | 10.7 mi | 85 | $34,157,760 | $375,120 | $401,856 |
| 50047 | Carlisle, IA 50047 | 11.5 mi | 26 | $9,581,364 | $310,850 | $368,514 |
As of March 2026, there are 58 active listings in DES MOINES, IA (zip code 50316), compared to 61 the prior year.
The median listing price in DES MOINES, IA 50316 is $179,000 as of March 2026, a 5.3% decrease from $189,000 the prior year.
Homes in DES MOINES, IA 50316 spend an average of 49 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 39 days the prior year.
Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, DES MOINES, IA 50316 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 49 days on market compared to 39 days last year.
With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in DES MOINES, IA 50316 save an estimated $3,580 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $179,000. 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.