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DES MOINES, IA 50317

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 50317

Accent · Altoona Crossing · Bauer Heights · Bechtold Heights · Bethel Heights · Bianchi Knolls · Boulder Ridge · Broadacre · Broadway Acres · Brook Run · Brooks · Brownstone Estates · Calrich Estates · Capitol East · Capitol Heights · Carmichael Heights · Carter Estates · Central Park · Charter Oak · Chesterfield · Community at Arbor Lake · Constitution Hills · Cotton Mill · Country Side Estates · Day's Broken Oak · Douglas Acres · East End · Eastwood Village · Edgewater · Elmwood Park · Estey Heights · Fair Oaks · Fairfield · Fairground · Fairground Estates · Fairlawn · Fairmont Park · Fairmount Hills · Fairview · Fairview Heights · Fiscel Heights · Fisher Field · Four Mile · Garton West · Glenora Heights · Goldridge · Granada Gardens · Grand View · Grand View Heights · Grant Park · Gray Heights · Gray's Wood · Hawkeye Sunrise · Hurd's Hickory Heights · Hydepark · Joy Heights · Laurel Hill · Leverett Park · Lincoln Park · Longacre · Market Gardens · Marric Trails · Mitchell-Hawkins Estates · Newby Acres · Out-Look Park · Rising Sun · Scenic Heights · Sheridan Park · Sheridan Plaza · Sun Down Meadows · Sunrise Park · Sunrise Pointe · Sylvan Heights · Timberline Terrace · Valley High Manor · Vandalia Acres · Whispering Pines East · Willoughby Acres · Wood View Acres

Market Analysis

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

The DES MOINES, IA real estate market (50317) currently shows 228 active listings, with 89 pending sales. Homes are averaging 74 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 57 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 74 days on market compared to 60 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 10.1% year-over-year, from $247,450 to $222,450.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 35,466  ·  Density: 619.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $61,170

Typical home value: $150,312  ·  Homeownership: 72.2%

Market Overview

Active Listings
228
⇧ 33.3% vs 171 last year
Pending
89
39% pending ratio
Median Price
$222,450
⇩ 10.1% vs $247,450 last year
Average Price
$242,541
⇩ 4.7% vs $254,372 last year
Days on Market
74
⇧ 23.3% vs 60 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$211
⇧ 0.5% vs $210/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,130 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 228 this year vs 171 last year
  • Days on market: 74 now vs 60 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $222,450 (-10.1% YoY)
  • Average: $242,541 (-4.7% 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 10.8 miles — 1,637 listings ($625,867,924 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50317Des Moines, IA 503170.0 mi227$52,359,593$213,750$230,659
50327Pleasant Hill, IA 503273.8 mi64$24,754,624$363,718$386,791
50309Des Moines, IA 503094.3 mi75$27,508,275$306,250$366,777
50301Des Moines, IA 503014.4 mi1$1,650,000$1,650,000$1,650,000
50009Altoona, IA 500095.0 mi174$62,379,174$369,945$358,501
50315Des Moines, IA 503156.1 mi136$33,756,152$219,500$248,207
50311Des Moines, IA 503116.5 mi58$16,787,114$250,000$289,433
50021Ankeny, IA 500217.3 mi321$135,130,086$362,248$420,966
50324Windsor Heights, IA 503248.5 mi21$6,367,851$296,225$303,231
50023Ankeny, IA 500238.9 mi279$126,619,686$372,473$453,834
50131Johnston, IA 5013110.5 mi138$72,245,070$411,375$523,515
50169Mitchellville, IA 5016910.6 mi11$3,368,475$242,900$306,225
50265West Des Moines, IA 5026510.8 mi132$62,941,824$316,225$476,832

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in DES MOINES, IA 50317?

As of March 2026, there are 228 active listings in DES MOINES, IA (zip code 50317), compared to 171 the prior year.

What is the median home price in DES MOINES, IA 50317?

The median listing price in DES MOINES, IA 50317 is $222,450 as of March 2026, a 10.1% decrease from $247,450 the prior year.

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

Homes in DES MOINES, IA 50317 spend an average of 74 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 60 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in DES MOINES, IA 50317?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, DES MOINES, IA 50317 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 57 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 74 days on market compared to 60 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 50317 save an estimated $4,449 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $222,450. 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.