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DES MOINES, IA 50320

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 50320

Allen (Bloomfield) · Capitol View Acres · Carman Estates · Culver Ridge Estates · Diagonal Acres · Easter Lake · Evergreen · Ewing Woods · Forest Park · Grandshire · Grandshire Estates · Jefferson Park · Lesan Heights · Park Forest · Pioneer Place · South Riverside Park · Sposeto Heights · Summit View · Universal Place · White Oak Park · Wood's Edge · Woods on the River · Woods Park

Market Analysis

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

The DES MOINES, IA real estate market (50320) currently shows 82 active listings, with 20 pending sales. Homes are averaging 90 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 9 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 90 days on market compared to 48 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 3.3% year-over-year, from $287,450 to $296,975.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 23,709  ·  Density: 544.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $83,074

Typical home value: $197,887  ·  Homeownership: 76.0%

Market Overview

Active Listings
82
⇧ 12.3% vs 73 last year
Pending
20
24% pending ratio
Median Price
$296,975
⇧ 3.3% vs $287,450 last year
Average Price
$301,697
⇩ 12.2% vs $343,580 last year
Days on Market
90
⇧ 87.5% vs 48 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$213
⇧ 4.4% vs $204/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,415 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 82 this year vs 73 last year
  • Days on market: 90 now vs 48 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $296,975 (+3.3% YoY)
  • Average: $301,697 (-12.2% 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 13.0 miles — 987 listings ($348,555,870 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50320Des Moines, IA 503200.0 mi86$26,075,974$303,725$303,209
50309Des Moines, IA 503094.4 mi75$27,508,275$306,250$366,777
50316Des Moines, IA 503165.5 mi47$8,669,996$176,000$184,468
50303Des Moines, IA 503035.8 mi1$299,000$299,000$299,000
50314Des Moines, IA 503145.9 mi48$10,449,072$186,225$217,689
50312Des Moines, IA 503126.3 mi80$35,657,600$275,000$445,720
50311Des Moines, IA 503117.1 mi58$16,787,114$250,000$289,433
50310Des Moines, IA 503108.4 mi145$35,070,570$232,450$241,866
50324Windsor Heights, IA 503248.8 mi21$6,367,851$296,225$303,231
50009Altoona, IA 500099.6 mi174$62,379,174$369,945$358,501
50322Urbandale, IA 5032211.0 mi138$40,565,100$259,750$293,950
50061Cumming, IA 5006112.0 mi21$13,549,977$529,900$645,237
50325Clive, IA 5032513.0 mi93$65,176,167$644,925$700,819

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in DES MOINES, IA 50320?

As of March 2026, there are 82 active listings in DES MOINES, IA (zip code 50320), compared to 73 the prior year.

What is the median home price in DES MOINES, IA 50320?

The median listing price in DES MOINES, IA 50320 is $296,975 as of March 2026, a 3.3% increase from $287,450 the prior year.

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

Homes in DES MOINES, IA 50320 spend an average of 90 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 48 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in DES MOINES, IA 50320?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, DES MOINES, IA 50320 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 9 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 90 days on market compared to 48 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 50320 save an estimated $5,940 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $296,975. 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.