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Sell your home in West Des Moines, IA
See how the West Des Moines market is moving and connect with an experienced EXIT Realty agent who can price, market, and negotiate your sale — a trusted name in real estate since 1996.
Your seller's market report
What your West Des Moines sale looks like right now
A read on the West Des Moines, IA market built from live MLS listing data — the numbers an agent would walk you through first.
Across 412 homes for sale in West Des Moines, the median asking price is $335,000 and the average sale takes 79 days.
That's the market, not your home — what yours is worth depends on the street, the condition, and the timing. An EXIT agent can run those numbers with you.
Get a real price opinionMedian list price of active MLS listings in West Des Moines, IA — not an estimate of your home's value.
Local market data
Inside the West Des Moines market
Real numbers to help you price and time your sale with confidence.
Market pace
- Fast
- Moderate
- Unhurried
Homes are taking their time to sell — pricing sharp from day one matters more than ever.
Based on the average days on market for active listings in West Des Moines, IA.
- $335,000
- Median list price
- 412
- Homes for sale
- 79
- Avg. days on market
- $203/sq ft
- Median price / sq ft
- 1,520 Sq Ft
- Median home size
What's on the market in West Des Moines
- 71%Residential409 active
- 26%Land152 active
- 2%Commercial10 active
- <1%Multi-Family3 active
- <1%For Lease3 active
- <1%Commercial Lease1 active
Where the asking prices sit
- Under $200K21% · 85
- $200K-$400K46% · 188
- $400K-$600K17% · 69
- $600K-$800K5% · 22
- $800K-$1M4% · 16
- Over $1M8% · 32
Median Price Trend
Apr 2026: $199,000 +71.8%Oct 2026: $341,950
Market figures are computed from active MLS listing data for West Des Moines, IA and refresh as listings change. They describe the market, not any individual property.
Your competition
Homes like yours on the market in West Des Moines
What buyers comparing your home are looking at right now.
Showing single-family homes in West Des Moines.
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Recent results
Recently sold in West Des Moines
Homes near you that found their buyer.
- Sold
$425,000
4 bd · 3 ba · 1,541 Sq Ft
8225 Nelson Street, West Des Moines, IA
Sold$299,000
3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,758 Sq Ft
1041 Belle Mar Drive, West Des Moines, IA
- Sold
$227,500
3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,436 Sq Ft
1115 18th Street, West Des Moines, IA
Sold$365,900
3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,661 Sq Ft
5116 Wistful Vista Drive, West Des Moines, IA
Sold$189,000
2 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,304 Sq Ft
2241 Grand Avenue 11, West Des Moines, IA
Sold$295,000
3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,800 Sq Ft
3924 Dakota Drive, West Des Moines, IA
The data relating to real estate for sale on this website comes in part from the Internet Data Exchange of the Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Copyright ©2026 Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®. All Rights Reserved.
The information being provided is for consumers personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Listing information provided courtesy of the Heart of Iowa MLS.
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About West Des Moines
Nearby schools for West Des Moines, IA (approximate).
Nearby Schools
Elementary 6
Jordan Creek Elementary School
Western Hills Elementary School
Westridge Elementary
West des Moines Community Schools
Crossroads Park Elementary
Montessori Children's House
Secondary 8
Valley Southwoods Freshman High School
West des Moines Community Schools
Valley High School
Stilwell Junior High School
Sacred Heart School
Indian Hills Junior High
Walnut Creek Campus
Dowling Catholic High School
Other schools 6
Shepherd's Flock Early Learning Center
Iowa Christian Academy
West des Moines Community School
Rex Mathes School
Ighsau
Cadence Academy Preschool
Simple, guided, proven
How selling in West Des Moines works
Step 1: Connect with a local agent
Tell us about your home and we'll match you with an EXIT Realty agent who knows the West Des Moines market.
Step 2: Get a personalized valuation
Your agent prepares a comparative market analysis and recommends a pricing strategy built for today's market.
Step 3: Market with impact
Professional photography, online syndication, and targeted promotion reach the right buyers, faster.
Step 4: Sell and close with confidence
Your agent negotiates the strongest offer and guides you all the way through to closing day.
The number that matters
What is your home actually worth?
These figures describe the West Des Moines market — not your home. A local EXIT Realty agent will prepare a precise valuation from comparable sales, your home's condition, and what buyers are paying right now. No obligation.
Tell us a little about your home. A local agent from EXIT Realty and Associates will reach out with a personalized market analysis — no obligation.
In your corner, locally
Your local EXIT Realty offices
These EXIT Realty offices serve West Des Moines. When you're ready, reach out and let an agent take it from here.
EXIT Realty and Associates
7009 Hickman RdUrbandale, IA 50322 · 6.4 mi
Timothy Schutte, Broker of Record
Serving Urbandale and surrounding areas — our team speaks Spanish
EXIT Country Realty
108 E. Main StreetPanora, IA 50216 · 52.3 mi
Kyle Olson, Broker of Record
Serving Panora and surrounding areas
EXIT Realty and Associates
615 Horseshoe Dr. Suite BGrinnell, IA 50112 · 87.3 mi
Timothy Schutte, Broker of Record
Serving Grinnell and surrounding areas
The EXIT advantage
Why sell with EXIT Realty?
Agents invested in your success
EXIT Realty's residual income model keeps our agents focused on results — your sale, not just the next deal.
Local expertise, global network
A local expert markets your home, backed by thousands of EXIT associates across North America.
Comprehensive marketing
Professional photography, online syndication, and targeted promotion put your home in front of ready buyers.