“Hands down the best realtor I've ever worked with. Matt truly cares that his clients find what they're actually looking for, not just closing a sale. On the buying side, he was great at pointing out concerning items during showings, and he was especially valuable during our blue tape walkthrough on our new house. He was clearly on our side the whole time and helped keep communication with the builder clear and moving. He also did a fantastic job selling our previous home. Matt is professional, respectful, and genuinely easy to work with. I'd recommend him to anyone buying or selling, and we'll be calling him again next time.”
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Dallas Center real estate Market Report.
Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Dallas Center real estate market. *
Latest Rolling 3-Month Snapshot
Jul 1, 2026 - Sep 30, 2026
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Dallas Center
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Quarterly Pricing Trends for Dallas Center
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Quarterly Pricing Trends for Dallas Center
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Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Dallas Center
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Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Dallas Center
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Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Dallas Center
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Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Jul 2026 - Sep 2026).
Dallas Center is currently tilted toward sellers, with the market gauge signaling a seller’s market. Inventory has expanded to 4.6 months of supply on a rolling three-month basis, far higher than a year ago, yet still not enough to fully favor buyers. Homes are also moving quickly, with a median of just 7 days on market in the latest three-month window.
Pricing shows mixed pressure. The typical home value over the past three months is slightly lower than a year ago, while the median list price has climbed sharply year over year as sellers test higher asking prices. At the same time, buyers are negotiating close to list, with an average sale-to-list ratio just under 100 percent and only about 14 percent of homes selling above asking.
Activity levels highlight how much conditions have shifted from last year. Active listings are up dramatically, and new listings have risen more than 140 percent year over year in this rolling three-month period, giving shoppers many more options. Pending sales have also roughly doubled, indicating that demand is still meeting the increased supply, even though slightly fewer homes sold compared with a year ago. With these crosscurrents between pricing, speed, and inventory, both buyers and sellers can benefit from Agent Pronto’s help in finding a local agent who understands today’s Dallas Center market.
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Dallas Center offers residents a welcoming small-town environment with strong schools, ample parks and community events, convenient local amenities, and easy access to nearby destinations for work and recreation.
Dallas Center immediately stands apart from larger neighbors like Des Moines and West Des Moines with its quieter pace, strong local identity, and easy access to regional jobs and amenities. Many residents are drawn to its walkable core, community traditions, and the sense that people really know one another.
Life here often centers on local institutions. Families appreciate the Dallas Center-Grimes Community School District, known for strong academics and extracurriculars. Outdoor enthusiasts use the Raccoon River Valley Trail that runs through town, while Dallas Center Parks & Recreation maintains green spaces, ballfields, and seasonal programs. Summer events at Mound Park and community celebrations give the city a small-scale yet active social calendar.
Residents can reach regional shopping and dining in Waukee and Urbandale, yet still return to a place where local businesses and neighbors feel familiar. The Dallas Center Library and city services provide a strong civic anchor that supports both long-time residents and newcomers.
With demand growing across Dallas County, timing and preparation matter more than ever. Whether you are planning to buy into Dallas Center’s community feel or sell a home to move within or beyond the area, connecting early with the right local real estate professional through Agent Pronto can help you move confidently and on schedule.
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“I honestly couldn’t have asked for a better realtor. From the very beginning, I felt like I was working with someone who genuinely cared about me and what I was looking for—not just someone trying to close a deal. Isaiah was always there when I had questions, he kept me informed throughout the process, and made me feel comfortable even when things got stressful. I really appreciated his patience, honesty, and willingness to go the extra mile. Buying a home can be overwhelming, but having the right person by your side makes such a difference. I’m so grateful for all their help and for making the whole experience such a positive one. I would absolutely recommend Isaiah Thomas to anyone looking to buy or sell a home! 🏡❤️”
“Matt was excellent throughout the entire process of helping me buy my duplex. He made the transaction incredibly smooth, took the time to walk me through every step, and was always available to answer my questions. I always felt confident knowing he was there to guide me from start to finish. What impressed me most was that his commitment didn't end after closing. I initially hired a property management company to lease the duplex, but after several months they were unable to find tenants. I reached out to Matt, and he had the property leased within a week. That really showed me how knowledgeable, responsive, and dedicated he is. I highly recommend Matt to anyone looking to buy or sell real estate. He truly goes above and beyond for his clients, and I wouldn't hesitate to work with him again.”
“As a first time buyer, I was nervous of what to expect from a realtor. Rob absolutely exceeded my expectations of real estate agents— from the first day we met I could tell he genuinely cared about the state of the homes we looked at. He got me an awesome basket of gifts on closing day filled with home essentials. Thank you Rob! You’re excellent!”
“She did go really far out of her way to show a house and had really good input on things we didn't notice”
“Roger was very responsive to our house selling & buying needs. He also presented to us additional options on other properties to consider besides the ones we found of interest to your.”
“Kelsey went above and beyond for us in every way possible and was so consistent, informative, and kind throughout our whole first time buying process. You can tell she truly loves what she does and that made our experience so much more special. I couldn’t recommend her enough!”
“I am particular with what I like and don’t like. John was very patient. Each time we would look at a house he would check to see if this is what we liked, could we see ourselves in the home. Any concerns I had, John was always prompt to follow up with me. I felt like at the time I was his only client.”
“Enjoyed working with Rich and his team. Our acreage sold quickly and we received multiple offers.”
“Toren was absolutely great with our home buying process. He is very knowledgeable when it comes to buying a new home. He was non-biased and gave us honest input, regardless of the condition of the home. He took our family into consideration, we have a one year old, and a small dog. Toren always kept that in mind when he was showing us a home. He was always flexible and found time for us, regardless of the situation. 10/10 would (and will) recommend him to any friend or family member that needs a realtor.”
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