Is Des Moines, IA 50311 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Seller’s market 3 months ending August 31, 2026 · Source: Redfin

Des Moines is a seller’s market. With about 2.9 months of supply and 28% of recent sales closing above the original list price, competing offers are common on well-priced homes. Buyers here often have a pre-approval in hand and a plan for the appraisal gap before touring.

Competition score60/ 100

More competitive than 63% of U.S. ZIP codes, and #48 of 156 in the state.

Based on share sold above original list, sale-to-list ratio, months of supply and days on market for the 3 months ending August 31, 2026. See the breakdown

Months of supply2.9Under 4 months = seller’s market

Sold above original list27.8%Share of sales, last 3 months

Median sale-to-list98.7%Sold price ÷ list price

Median days on market24Listing to accepted offer

Median price per sq ft$202▲ +3.4% vs. last year

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