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DES MOINES, IA 50321

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 50321

Airport Crossroads · Airport Heights · Beener Plaza · Briarwood Heights · Camelot South · Kendallwood · Meadow Rose · Southern Gardens · Southern Hills · Southern Woods · Southpark Plaza · Southwestern Hills · Summit Vista · Wakonda Club Knolls

Market Analysis

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

The DES MOINES, IA real estate market (50321) currently shows 30 active listings, with 9 pending sales. Homes are averaging 99 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 9 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 99 days on market compared to 143 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 12.2% year-over-year, from $527,000 to $462,475.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 7,941  ·  Density: 270.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $69,458

Typical home value: $265,392  ·  Homeownership: 59.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
30
⇩ 23.1% vs 39 last year
Pending
9
30% pending ratio
Median Price
$462,475
⇩ 12.2% vs $527,000 last year
Average Price
$477,394
⇩ 13% vs $548,606 last year
Days on Market
99
⇩ 30.8% vs 143 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$245
⇩ 3.2% vs $253/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,989 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 30 this year vs 39 last year
  • Days on market: 99 now vs 143 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $462,475 (-12.2% YoY)
  • Average: $477,394 (-13% 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 11.6 miles — 1,289 listings ($550,121,699 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50321Des Moines, IA 503210.0 mi32$15,598,976$444,925$487,468
50312Des Moines, IA 503122.8 mi80$35,657,600$275,000$445,720
50309Des Moines, IA 503094.0 mi75$27,508,275$306,250$366,777
50303Des Moines, IA 503034.8 mi1$299,000$299,000$299,000
50324Windsor Heights, IA 503244.9 mi21$6,367,851$296,225$303,231
50320Des Moines, IA 503205.2 mi86$26,075,974$303,725$303,209
50310Des Moines, IA 503106.1 mi145$35,070,570$232,450$241,866
50322Urbandale, IA 503227.3 mi138$40,565,100$259,750$293,950
50061Cumming, IA 500617.5 mi21$13,549,977$529,900$645,237
50325Clive, IA 503258.3 mi93$65,176,167$644,925$700,819
50327Pleasant Hill, IA 5032710.0 mi64$24,754,624$363,718$386,791
50131Johnston, IA 5013111.2 mi138$72,245,070$411,375$523,515
50263Waukee, IA 5026311.6 mi395$187,252,515$429,450$474,057

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in DES MOINES, IA 50321?

As of March 2026, there are 30 active listings in DES MOINES, IA (zip code 50321), compared to 39 the prior year.

What is the median home price in DES MOINES, IA 50321?

The median listing price in DES MOINES, IA 50321 is $462,475 as of March 2026, a 12.2% decrease from $527,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in DES MOINES, IA 50321 spend an average of 99 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 143 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in DES MOINES, IA 50321?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, DES MOINES, IA 50321 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 9 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 99 days on market compared to 143 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 50321 save an estimated $9,250 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $462,475. 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.