River Bend is seeing limited housing options, with just 7 homes on the market in February 2026 and only 2 new listings. Pending sales reached 6 for the month, even as new listings fell about 83% from a year earlier. With inventory down roughly 22% month over month, the pace of homes moving toward closing is outpacing the number of fresh listings.
Prices are responding to this tight supply, even though homes are taking time to sell. The typical home value has climbed to about $185,000, up roughly 26% from last year and more than 42% in a single month, while the median list price is holding at $122,500.
Homes in River Bend are staying on the market for a median of 127 days, more than triple the time from a year ago, yet sellers still hold the advantage, reflected in the seller’s market gauge of 12. On average, properties are closing at about 93% of list price, and none of the recent sales went above asking, showing buyers have some room to negotiate even as overall values rise. Compared with Des Moines as a whole, where the typical home value is about $216,500 and inventory sits near 651 homes, River Bend offers lower prices but far tighter supply. Whether you are a buyer trying to navigate limited options or a seller weighing strong value gains, Agent Pronto can connect you with an agent who knows how to work this specific market.
