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Grays Lake real estate Market Report.

Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Grays Lake real estate market. *

Latest Rolling 3-Month Snapshot

Mar 1, 2026 - May 31, 2026

Median sale price
$205K
-10% from Q1 '26
Median list price
$198K
-5.6% from Q1 '26
Active listings
34
+26% from Q1 '26
Homes sold
18
+38% from Q1 '26
New pendings
20
+11% from Q1 '26
New listings
24
+60% from Q1 '26

Quarterly Pricing Trends for Grays Lake

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

Quarterly Pricing Trends for Grays Lake Q2 '21 Q2 '22 Q2 '23 Q2 '24 Q2 '25 Q1 '26 Median sale price in Apr 2021 - Jun 2021: $171K Median sale price in Jul 2021 - Sep 2021: $185K Median sale price in Oct 2021 - Dec 2021: $179K Median sale price in Jan 2022 - Mar 2022: $208K Median sale price in Apr 2022 - Jun 2022: $173K Median sale price in Jul 2022 - Sep 2022: $195K Median sale price in Oct 2022 - Dec 2022: $161K Median sale price in Jan 2023 - Mar 2023: $185K Median sale price in Apr 2023 - Jun 2023: $220K Median sale price in Jul 2023 - Sep 2023: $223K Median sale price in Oct 2023 - Dec 2023: $215K Median sale price in Jan 2024 - Mar 2024: $249K Median sale price in Apr 2024 - Jun 2024: $275K Median sale price in Jul 2024 - Sep 2024: $285K Median sale price in Oct 2024 - Dec 2024: $264K Median sale price in Jan 2025 - Mar 2025: $250K Median sale price in Apr 2025 - Jun 2025: $192K Median sale price in Jul 2025 - Sep 2025: $233K Median sale price in Oct 2025 - Dec 2025: $176K Median sale price in Jan 2026 - Mar 2026: $228K Median list price in Apr 2021 - Jun 2021: $160K Median list price in Jul 2021 - Sep 2021: $175K Median list price in Oct 2021 - Dec 2021: $172K Median list price in Jan 2022 - Mar 2022: $195K Median list price in Apr 2022 - Jun 2022: $171K Median list price in Jul 2022 - Sep 2022: $195K Median list price in Oct 2022 - Dec 2022: $200K Median list price in Jan 2023 - Mar 2023: $217K Median list price in Apr 2023 - Jun 2023: $220K Median list price in Jul 2023 - Sep 2023: $200K Median list price in Oct 2023 - Dec 2023: $350K Median list price in Jan 2024 - Mar 2024: $225K Median list price in Apr 2024 - Jun 2024: $237K Median list price in Jul 2024 - Sep 2024: $446K Median list price in Oct 2024 - Dec 2024: $240K Median list price in Jan 2025 - Mar 2025: $227K Median list price in Apr 2025 - Jun 2025: $195K Median list price in Jul 2025 - Sep 2025: $232K Median list price in Oct 2025 - Dec 2025: $230K Median list price in Jan 2026 - Mar 2026: $210K Apr 2021 - Jun 2021 Median sale price $171K Median list price $160K Jul 2021 - Sep 2021 Median sale price $185K Median list price $175K Oct 2021 - Dec 2021 Median sale price $179K Median list price $172K Jan 2022 - Mar 2022 Median sale price $208K Median list price $195K Apr 2022 - Jun 2022 Median sale price $173K Median list price $171K Jul 2022 - Sep 2022 Median sale price $195K Median list price $195K Oct 2022 - Dec 2022 Median sale price $161K Median list price $200K Jan 2023 - Mar 2023 Median sale price $185K Median list price $217K Apr 2023 - Jun 2023 Median sale price $220K Median list price $220K Jul 2023 - Sep 2023 Median sale price $223K Median list price $200K Oct 2023 - Dec 2023 Median sale price $215K Median list price $350K Jan 2024 - Mar 2024 Median sale price $249K Median list price $225K Apr 2024 - Jun 2024 Median sale price $275K Median list price $237K Jul 2024 - Sep 2024 Median sale price $285K Median list price $446K Oct 2024 - Dec 2024 Median sale price $264K Median list price $240K Jan 2025 - Mar 2025 Median sale price $250K Median list price $227K Apr 2025 - Jun 2025 Median sale price $192K Median list price $195K Jul 2025 - Sep 2025 Median sale price $233K Median list price $232K Oct 2025 - Dec 2025 Median sale price $176K Median list price $230K Jan 2026 - Mar 2026 Median sale price $228K Median list price $210K
Median sale price
Median list price
* Data provided by Redfin, a national real estate brokerage.
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Buyer’s Market
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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).

Grays Lake currently leans toward sellers, with the market gauge signaling a seller’s market. With just 2.4 months of supply compared to 2.9 months across Des Moines, inventory remains relatively tight in this neighborhood.

Prices in this rolling three-month window show mixed trends but are higher than a year ago overall. The typical home value is about $205,000, up roughly 7 percent year over year, while the median list price is essentially flat compared with last year, indicating sellers are not pushing prices aggressively.

Activity has shifted as well, with 18 homes sold over the period, nearly 10 percent more than a year earlier, and median days on market dropping to 27, signaling quicker sales. Buyers are paying close to asking price with an average sale-to-list ratio just over 98 percent, so Agent Pronto can connect both buyers and sellers with an agent who understands how to navigate this tight but approachable market.



Learn more about what Grays Lake has to offer.

Grays Lake offers residents a welcoming, walkable community with green spaces, convenient local amenities, and a strong sense of neighborhood pride.

Grays Lake in Des Moines centers on its namesake urban lake and park, offering quick access to downtown while feeling distinctly residential and practical. The neighborhood appeals to people who want daily amenities close by, along with easy commuting via nearby Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway and Fleur Drive to downtown Des Moines.

The heart of the area is Gray's Lake Park, with a paved loop trail, kayak rentals, and popular city views. Residents enjoy connecting to the extensive Des Moines trail system, which supports biking to work or weekend recreation. Nearby, Water Works Park adds even more green space, off-leash areas, and event venues.

Daily living is straightforward. Fleur Drive offers grocery options, services, and quick access to the Des Moines International Airport. Dining ranges from casual neighborhood spots to restaurants closer to Downtown Des Moines, while cultural destinations like the Des Moines Art Center and the Science Center of Iowa are a short drive away.

Housing near Grays Lake includes established single-family homes, townhomes, and newer developments, attracting first-time buyers, downsizers, and relocating professionals. A knowledgeable local real estate agent can clarify micro-market differences, school options like Des Moines Public Schools, and commute patterns, reducing stress for both buyers and sellers. Agent Pronto connects you with that kind of focused, local expertise so your move around Grays Lake feels manageable and well-guided.

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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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