Market Intelligence Report — IA-780

Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA

Monthly housing intelligence, market trends, and trusted local expertise.

Ref. No: 2026-IA-05
Updated: May 2026
Median Listing
$350K
-2.5% YOY
Pending Ratio
0.71
+4.2% YOY
Active Inventory
3,134
+3.3% YOY
Median DOM
53 Days
+6.0% YOY

Primpted Sold Score™

How Strong Is Your Des Moines-West Des Moines Home's Selling Position?

See how your property stacks up against Des Moines-West Des Moines's current market conditions, buyer demand, inventory, and recent sales.

Based on the latest Economic Research

Market Signals & Indicators

Supply Dynamics

3,134 active listings represent the current floor, with new supply arriving at roughly 1,532 per month.

Pricing Pressure
18.6%

of active listings carry a price reduction, -3.2% from prior period.

$/Sq Ft
$0K

Median price per square foot has moved -3.0% year-over-year.

Absorption
0.71

Pending-to-active ratio — supply and demand dynamics are mixed.

Metro Demographics

Metro Area
Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA
CBSA Code
19780
State
IA
Analysis FAQ
  • What is the current market condition in Des Moines-West Des Moines?+

    As of May 2026, the Des Moines-West Des Moines metro is classified as Stabilizing. Pending ratio is 0.71 with median days on market at 53.

  • Are home prices dropping in Des Moines-West Des Moines?+

    Median listing price is $350K, -2.5% year over year. 18.6% of active listings carry a price reduction.

  • How fast are homes selling in Des Moines-West Des Moines?+

    The typical listing sits 53 days on market, a +6.0% change YoY. New listings are arriving at 1,532 per month.

  • Where can I find a trusted Des Moines-West Des Moines real estate expert?+

    Primpted maintains a vetted registry of Des Moines-West Des Moines agents with verified credentials, Google reviews, and neighborhood specialization. See the Featured Experts section above.

Data & Methodology

Primary data sourced via Realtor.com's RDC Inventory Core Metrics (CBSA-level), supplemented by editorial analysis and the Primpted local expert registry. Historical trends calculated on a rolling 12-month basis. Past direction is not a forecast.

Vintage: May 2026 · CBSA 19780 · 2mo history