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WEST DES MOINES, IA 50265

Real Estate Market Report
Buyer's Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 50265

Ashawa Estates · Ashworth Estates · Ashworth Hills · Beverly Hills · Bonnie-Lea Acres · Civic Estates · Clegg Park · Clover Hills · Colby's Office Park · Colonial Heights · Country Club Estates · Country Side · Crown Flair · Golf Country Club · Grand Oaks · Grand Woods · Heatherwood · Hickory Ridge · Hidden Creek · Jordan Glen · Jordan Grove · Jordan Pointe · Maryland Heights · Maryland Triangle · Meadow Point · Meadow Vista · Mountain Place · Murrow Hill · Murrowdale · Nuttall Acres · Parkhaven · Pine Grove · Quail Cove · Quail Meadows · Quail Park · Quail Vista · Ridgeway · Scenic · Southwoods · The Knolls · The Oaks at 35th · Thornwood · Turnberry · Valley Junction · West Des Moines Heights · Western Hills Plat · Westernwoods · Westgate · Westown · Wirtz Park · Wistful Vista · Zelda Acres

Market Analysis

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

The WEST DES MOINES, IA real estate market (50265) currently shows 132 active listings, with 48 pending sales. Homes are averaging 80 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 80 days on market compared to 75 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 3.9% year-over-year, from $329,000 to $316,225.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 33,222  ·  Density: 664.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $81,579

Typical home value: $242,839  ·  Homeownership: 65.7%

Market Overview

Active Listings
132
⇧ 7.3% vs 123 last year
Pending
48
36% pending ratio
Median Price
$316,225
⇩ 3.9% vs $329,000 last year
Average Price
$476,832
⇩ 5.7% vs $505,916 last year
Days on Market
80
⇧ 6.7% vs 75 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$215
⇩ 0.9% vs $217/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,511 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 132 this year vs 123 last year
  • Days on market: 80 now vs 75 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $316,225 (-3.9% YoY)
  • Average: $476,832 (-5.7% 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 11.1 miles — 1,076 listings ($451,064,993 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50265West Des Moines, IA 502650.0 mi114$59,069,100$329,500$518,150
50312Des Moines, IA 503123.8 mi83$36,539,837$289,000$440,239
50324Windsor Heights, IA 503243.9 mi19$5,642,867$300,000$296,993
50325Clive, IA 503255.4 mi94$64,185,268$599,000$682,822
50322Urbandale, IA 503225.7 mi107$30,993,620$259,900$289,660
50310Des Moines, IA 503106.3 mi135$33,666,300$235,000$249,380
50303Des Moines, IA 503036.6 mi1$299,000$299,000$299,000
50314Des Moines, IA 503146.7 mi52$11,687,728$195,000$224,764
50323Urbandale, IA 503237.3 mi202$119,888,818$499,900$593,509
50316Des Moines, IA 503168.3 mi51$9,287,457$177,000$182,107
50313Des Moines, IA 503139.3 mi87$17,764,182$182,400$204,186
50111Grimes, IA 5011110.4 mi121$54,945,616$369,945$454,096
50261Van Meter, IA 5026111.1 mi10$7,095,200$789,900$709,520

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WEST DES MOINES, IA 50265?

As of February 2026, there are 132 active listings in WEST DES MOINES, IA (zip code 50265), compared to 123 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WEST DES MOINES, IA 50265?

The median listing price in WEST DES MOINES, IA 50265 is $316,225 as of February 2026, a 3.9% decrease from $329,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in WEST DES MOINES, IA 50265 spend an average of 80 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 75 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WEST DES MOINES, IA 50265?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, WEST DES MOINES, IA 50265 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 80 days on market compared to 75 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in WEST DES MOINES, IA?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in WEST DES MOINES, IA 50265 save an estimated $6,325 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $316,225. 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.