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Fort des Moines real estate Market Report.

Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Fort des Moines real estate market. *

Latest Rolling 3-Month Snapshot

Mar 1, 2026 - May 31, 2026

Median sale price
$190K
+23% from Q1 '26
Median list price
$198K
+0.4% from Q1 '26
Active listings
26
+44% from Q1 '26
Homes sold
7
+40% from Q1 '26
New pendings
11
+38% from Q1 '26
New listings
18
+80% from Q1 '26

Quarterly Pricing Trends for Fort Des Moines

Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.

Quarterly Pricing Trends for Fort Des Moines Q2 '21 Q2 '22 Q2 '23 Q2 '24 Q2 '25 Q1 '26 Median sale price in Apr 2021 - Jun 2021: $151K Median sale price in Jul 2021 - Sep 2021: $157K Median sale price in Oct 2021 - Dec 2021: $155K Median sale price in Jan 2022 - Mar 2022: $153K Median sale price in Apr 2022 - Jun 2022: $193K Median sale price in Jul 2022 - Sep 2022: $166K Median sale price in Oct 2022 - Dec 2022: $136K Median sale price in Jan 2023 - Mar 2023: $119K Median sale price in Apr 2023 - Jun 2023: $203K Median sale price in Jul 2023 - Sep 2023: $175K Median sale price in Oct 2023 - Dec 2023: $160K Median sale price in Jan 2024 - Mar 2024: $165K Median sale price in Apr 2024 - Jun 2024: $190K Median sale price in Jul 2024 - Sep 2024: $196K Median sale price in Oct 2024 - Dec 2024: $188K Median sale price in Jan 2025 - Mar 2025: $214K Median sale price in Apr 2025 - Jun 2025: $194K Median sale price in Jul 2025 - Sep 2025: $215K Median sale price in Oct 2025 - Dec 2025: $213K Median sale price in Jan 2026 - Mar 2026: $155K Median list price in Apr 2021 - Jun 2021: $145K Median list price in Jul 2021 - Sep 2021: $162K Median list price in Oct 2021 - Dec 2021: $155K Median list price in Jan 2022 - Mar 2022: $188K Median list price in Apr 2022 - Jun 2022: $180K Median list price in Jul 2022 - Sep 2022: $162K Median list price in Oct 2022 - Dec 2022: $122K Median list price in Jan 2023 - Mar 2023: $170K Median list price in Apr 2023 - Jun 2023: $185K Median list price in Jul 2023 - Sep 2023: $175K Median list price in Oct 2023 - Dec 2023: $155K Median list price in Jan 2024 - Mar 2024: $205K Median list price in Apr 2024 - Jun 2024: $225K Median list price in Jul 2024 - Sep 2024: $185K Median list price in Oct 2024 - Dec 2024: $244K Median list price in Jan 2025 - Mar 2025: $190K Median list price in Apr 2025 - Jun 2025: $214K Median list price in Jul 2025 - Sep 2025: $170K Median list price in Oct 2025 - Dec 2025: $180K Median list price in Jan 2026 - Mar 2026: $197K Apr 2021 - Jun 2021 Median sale price $151K Median list price $145K Jul 2021 - Sep 2021 Median sale price $157K Median list price $162K Oct 2021 - Dec 2021 Median sale price $155K Median list price $155K Jan 2022 - Mar 2022 Median sale price $153K Median list price $188K Apr 2022 - Jun 2022 Median sale price $193K Median list price $180K Jul 2022 - Sep 2022 Median sale price $166K Median list price $162K Oct 2022 - Dec 2022 Median sale price $136K Median list price $122K Jan 2023 - Mar 2023 Median sale price $119K Median list price $170K Apr 2023 - Jun 2023 Median sale price $203K Median list price $185K Jul 2023 - Sep 2023 Median sale price $175K Median list price $175K Oct 2023 - Dec 2023 Median sale price $160K Median list price $155K Jan 2024 - Mar 2024 Median sale price $165K Median list price $205K Apr 2024 - Jun 2024 Median sale price $190K Median list price $225K Jul 2024 - Sep 2024 Median sale price $196K Median list price $185K Oct 2024 - Dec 2024 Median sale price $188K Median list price $244K Jan 2025 - Mar 2025 Median sale price $214K Median list price $190K Apr 2025 - Jun 2025 Median sale price $194K Median list price $214K Jul 2025 - Sep 2025 Median sale price $215K Median list price $170K Oct 2025 - Dec 2025 Median sale price $213K Median list price $180K Jan 2026 - Mar 2026 Median sale price $155K Median list price $197K
Median sale price
Median list price
* Data provided by Redfin, a national real estate brokerage.
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Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Mar 2026 - May 2026).

Inventory in Fort des Moines has shifted noticeably in this rolling three-month view, with active listings down nearly 27% year over year even as months of supply has jumped to 6.4, more than triple last year. Contract activity has cooled compared with a year ago, as homes sold are down about 44% and pending sales are off more than 50%, signaling a slower pace of deals.

Pricing, however, has held up better than sales volumes, with the typical home value up roughly 9% year over year even as the median list price has edged slightly lower. Sellers are still achieving close to asking, with an average sale-to-list ratio around 98.5% and nearly 29% of homes selling above list, a higher share than a year ago.

Compared with the broader Des Moines market, Fort des Moines now has far more inventory relative to demand, with 6.4 months of supply versus 2.9 months citywide. Homes are taking longer to sell than in past years, but the seller’s market designation suggests well-priced properties can still attract buyers, and Agent Pronto can help both buyers and sellers find an agent who understands these conditions.



Learn more about what Fort des Moines has to offer.

Fort des Moines offers residents a welcoming, walkable community with easy access to parks, local shops and eateries, and a supportive network of neighbors and activities.

Fort des Moines in Des Moines combines historic roots with practical day to day convenience. Located on the south side of the city near Des Moines International Airport, the neighborhood offers quick access to major routes into downtown Des Moines while maintaining a quieter residential feel.

Residents benefit from nearby green space and recreation. Fort Des Moines Park features a lake, trails, and picnic areas that support an active lifestyle close to home. Families appreciate the proximity to Des Moines Public Schools, and the South Side Library serves as a community hub for learning and events. Everyday errands are simple, with grocery options, medical offices, and local dining all within a short drive.

The area’s history as a military training post is preserved at the Fort Des Moines Museum & Education Center, adding cultural depth and a sense of place. Nearby neighborhoods like Greater South Side and Downtown Des Moines expand options for shopping, entertainment, and employment, which appeals to both long term residents and new arrivals.

Navigating school boundaries, zoning, and resale potential in Fort des Moines can be complex. A local Agent Pronto recommended real estate agent can interpret these details, anticipate challenges, and streamline each step so both buyers and sellers experience less stress and more confidence in their decisions.

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“We met with Isaiah early in our home search at an open house while visiting from out of town. He was very knowledgeable and patient answering our numerous questions and it felt like the right fit for us. He helped us immensely every step of the way, providing his expert opinion when asked, helping us better understand the market so we could adjust our expectations accordingly, and quickly and efficiently organizing open houses and private showings for the homes that fit our criteria. He was not pushy and did not rush the process which we both appreciated as first time home buyers. We were unfamiliar with the area and received recommendations from him for multiple mortgage brokers, inspection companies, and more providing us options for trusted people to work with without feeling pressured. When we landed on our home, he walked us through each step and advocated for us when unexpected issues arose. Our home buying process went more smoothly with Isaiah's guidance!”

Evans Family · Grimes, IA

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Century 21 Signature Real Estate
“Lacie was amazing throughout the whole buying experience as a first-time home owner. She made every effort to keep me informed during our buying process and shown her expertise when any questions arose. When there were some questions she couldn't answer she was able to defer me to the appriorate subject-matter expert whether it was an electrician for electrical questions/work to inspection questions. She was absolutely fantastic to work with and would highly recommend her to friends and family that are looking to buy/sell now and later! Thank you Lacie Shelby for working with my partner and I. Thank you even more for making our first home purchase worth it!”

Michael Pham · Des Moines, IA

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Iowa Realty
“Presley went out of her way to provide us with the best service possible. Very respectful and considerate. I would highly recommend Presley to anyone looking for property within her location to anyone. She is amazing! Cares for her clients and it shows!!!”

Tammie Illg · Diagonal, IA

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Iowa Realty Indianola
“Wendy Beal was knowledgeable and very proffesional. Her familiarity of the Ankeny market and current trends were of great help in setting the strategy for selling our home. We would highly recommend Wendy Beal for anybody looking to buy or sell in central Iowa.”

Bob and Debbie · Ankeny, IA

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Iowa Realty
“She did go really far out of her way to show a house and had really good input on things we didn't notice”

Karl Andrews · IA

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Berkshire Hathaway BHHS First Realty
“Deanna was amazing! She listened to me & understood my goals. She answered all questions & was respectful of my wants & needs. She was quick with responses & was there for me every step of the process.”

D Gordon · Indianola, IA

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Century 21 Signature Real Estate
“To whom it my concern, It is our immense pleasure to recommend Viola Salvato as a real estate agent for any individual or family searching for the ideal home. Viola had an initial meeting with us regarding our specific needs in a home as well as our budgetary limits. She is highly talented and immediately found us numerous listings of homes. She did not waste our time with homes that were not in line with our needs. Viola is a master with contract negotiation she came up with a deal that was good for us as well as making the seller happy. She knows the area like the back of her hand and there is nothing that escapes her attention when it comes to properties for sale in this area. We found Viola to be a highly attentive agent, almost as if we were her only customers, although we know that was not the case. She returned all phone calls and emails the same day. We never felt neglected or unimportant. She also is highly personable with an engaging personality. She is hands down the best!”

Scott Wilberg ·

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Iowa Realty
“Dakotah was amazing to work with! Dakotah was referred to us by someone and we will continue to refer him to others. Knowledgeable about the Des Moines area and homes in the area. Always felt that Dakotah was looking out for us as first time home buyers and helped us explain the home buying process in great detail. When we do decide to sell our incredible home, we will surely work with Dakotah again!”

Annette · Ankeny, IA

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Iowa Realty
“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.”

Steven Johnson · Ankeny, IA

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Iowa Realty
“Matt cares deeply about his clients and is as trustworthy as they come. He was a fantastic guide and advisor through our home buying process. We ran into a number of snafus and hiccups but he navigated us through them to secure a good deal. Highly recommend Matt!”

Jacob Olson · Adel, IA

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Berkshire Hathaway Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
“Enjoyed working with Rich and his team. Our acreage sold quickly and we received multiple offers.”

Lois D. · Pleasantville, IA

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RE/MAX Concepts
“Julie really knows how to market a property and obtain a ton of exposure. She was extremely helpful and insightful in selling my house. She also really cares for her clients.”

Eric · Des Moines, IA

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Iowa Realty

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