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DES MOINES, IA 50321

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
31
⇩ 13.9% vs 36 last year
Pending
7
23% pending ratio
Median Price
$422,500
⇩ 21.8% vs $540,000 last year
Average Price
$477,380
⇩ 10.8% vs $535,439 last year
Days on Market
59
⇩ 60.7% vs 150 days last year

Market Context

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

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

Market Analysis

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

The DES MOINES, IA real estate market (50321) currently shows 31 active listings, with 7 pending sales. Homes are averaging 59 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 5 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 59 days on market compared to 150 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 21.8% year-over-year, from $540,000 to $422,500.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 31 this year vs 36 last year
  • Days on market: 59 now vs 150 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $422,500 (-21.8% YoY)
  • Average: $477,380 (-10.8% 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 11.6 miles — 1,179 listings ($505,040,526 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50321Des Moines, IA 503210.0 mi31$14,798,780$422,500$477,380
50312Des Moines, IA 503122.8 mi83$36,539,837$289,000$440,239
50309Des Moines, IA 503094.0 mi66$24,878,238$319,950$376,943
50303Des Moines, IA 503034.8 mi1$299,000$299,000$299,000
50324Windsor Heights, IA 503244.9 mi19$5,642,867$300,000$296,993
50320Des Moines, IA 503205.2 mi83$24,900,830$287,450$300,010
50310Des Moines, IA 503106.1 mi135$33,666,300$235,000$249,380
50322Urbandale, IA 503227.3 mi107$30,993,620$259,900$289,660
50061Cumming, IA 500617.5 mi12$8,069,736$512,450$672,478
50325Clive, IA 503258.3 mi94$64,185,268$599,000$682,822
50327Pleasant Hill, IA 5032710.0 mi57$21,231,417$363,745$372,481
50131Johnston, IA 5013111.2 mi136$71,870,288$427,250$528,458
50263Waukee, IA 5026311.6 mi355$167,964,345$424,900$473,139

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of January 2026, there are 31 active listings in DES MOINES, IA (zip code 50321), compared to 36 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in DES MOINES, IA 50321 is $422,500 as of January 2026, a 21.8% decrease from $540,000 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 59 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 150 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 January 2026, DES MOINES, IA 50321 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 5 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 59 days on market compared to 150 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 $8,450 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $422,500. 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.