Is Des Moines, IA 50320 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 3.6 months of supply and 13% 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 score42/ 100

More competitive than 42% of U.S. ZIP codes, and #102 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 supply3.6Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list13.2%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list98%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market27Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$205▲ +4.9% vs. last year

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Market data describes housing activity only. Figures are rolling 3-month values from Redfin and may be revised. Methodology