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DES MOINES, IA 50312

Real Estate Market Report
Balanced Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 50312

Arbor Peaks · Ashworth Oaks · Brookline Heights · Brown's Woods · Bryn Mawr · Burke-Wood · Cass Brentwood · Chamberlain Heights · Cliffside · Country Club Knolls · Drake · Fagen Place · Floral Hill · Forest Hills · Frisbie Park · Ghrists Woods · Grand Avenue Heights · Grand Avenue Waterbury · Greenwood · Greenwood Historic · Haines Park · Hillside Heights · Ingersoll Oaks · Ingersoll Park · Knollwood · Lincoln Place · Linden Heights · Middlesex · Miller Heights · North Of Grand · Oak-Lawn · Owl's Head Estates · Owl's Head Historic District · Polk Hubbell Park · River Oaks · River Woods · Salisbury Oaks · Sherman Hill · University · Vernon Heights · Waterbury · Waterbury Park · Waveland Hills · Waveland Park · Waveland Woods · Welker Woods · West Park · Westwood · Wetmore · Windsor Park · Woodland Heights · Woodland Place

Market Analysis

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

The DES MOINES, IA real estate market (50312) currently shows 80 active listings, with 17 pending sales. Homes are averaging 104 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 104 days on market compared to 88 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 4% year-over-year, from $264,325 to $275,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 15,498  ·  Density: 1,062.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $77,612

Typical home value: $261,198  ·  Homeownership: 65.0%

Market Overview

Active Listings
80
⇩ 1.2% vs 81 last year
Pending
17
21% pending ratio
Median Price
$275,000
⇧ 4% vs $264,325 last year
Average Price
$445,720
⇧ 24.8% vs $357,285 last year
Days on Market
104
⇧ 18.2% vs 88 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$199
⇩ 5.7% vs $211/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,472 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 80 this year vs 81 last year
  • Days on market: 104 now vs 88 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $275,000 (+4% YoY)
  • Average: $445,720 (+24.8% 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
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 10.4 miles — 1,503 listings ($586,837,152 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50312Des Moines, IA 503120.0 mi83$36,539,837$289,000$440,239
50324Windsor Heights, IA 503242.5 mi19$5,642,867$300,000$296,993
50301Des Moines, IA 503012.8 mi1$1,650,000$1,650,000$1,650,000
50309Des Moines, IA 503092.8 mi66$24,878,238$319,950$376,943
50310Des Moines, IA 503103.3 mi135$33,666,300$235,000$249,380
50265West Des Moines, IA 502653.8 mi114$59,069,100$329,500$518,150
50322Urbandale, IA 503224.8 mi107$30,993,620$259,900$289,660
50320Des Moines, IA 503206.3 mi83$24,900,830$287,450$300,010
50317Des Moines, IA 503177.0 mi207$49,224,186$220,000$237,798
50323Urbandale, IA 503238.4 mi202$119,888,818$499,900$593,509
50211Norwalk, IA 502118.6 mi168$63,236,880$334,900$376,410
50327Pleasant Hill, IA 503279.7 mi57$21,231,417$363,745$372,481
50023Ankeny, IA 5002310.4 mi261$115,915,059$385,000$444,119

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in DES MOINES, IA 50312?

As of February 2026, there are 80 active listings in DES MOINES, IA (zip code 50312), compared to 81 the prior year.

What is the median home price in DES MOINES, IA 50312?

The median listing price in DES MOINES, IA 50312 is $275,000 as of February 2026, a 4% increase from $264,325 the prior year.

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

Homes in DES MOINES, IA 50312 spend an average of 104 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 88 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in DES MOINES, IA 50312?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, DES MOINES, IA 50312 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 104 days on market compared to 88 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 50312 save an estimated $5,500 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $275,000. 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.