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Kelley real estate Market Report.

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

Quarterly Pricing Trends for Kelley

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

Quarterly Pricing Trends for Kelley Q2 '21 Q2 '22 Q2 '23 Q2 '24 Q2 '25 Q1 '26 Median sale price in Jul 2021 - Sep 2021: $177K Median sale price in Oct 2021 - Dec 2021: $194K Median sale price in Jan 2022 - Mar 2022: $210K Median sale price in Apr 2022 - Jun 2022: $243K Median sale price in Jul 2022 - Sep 2022: $210K Median sale price in Oct 2022 - Dec 2022: $236K Median sale price in Jan 2023 - Mar 2023: $245K Median sale price in Apr 2023 - Jun 2023: $205K Median sale price in Jul 2023 - Sep 2023: $235K Median sale price in Oct 2023 - Dec 2023: $203K Median sale price in Jan 2024 - Mar 2024: $161K Median sale price in Jul 2024 - Sep 2024: $212K Median sale price in Oct 2024 - Dec 2024: $187K Median sale price in Jan 2025 - Mar 2025: $289K Median sale price in Apr 2025 - Jun 2025: $115K Median sale price in Jul 2025 - Sep 2025: $145K Median list price in Apr 2021 - Jun 2021: $175K Median list price in Jul 2021 - Sep 2021: $138K Median list price in Oct 2021 - Dec 2021: $170K Median list price in Jan 2022 - Mar 2022: $170K Median list price in Apr 2022 - Jun 2022: $223K Median list price in Jul 2022 - Sep 2022: $194K Median list price in Oct 2022 - Dec 2022: $260K Median list price in Jan 2023 - Mar 2023: $90K Median list price in Apr 2023 - Jun 2023: $225K Median list price in Jul 2023 - Sep 2023: $305K Median list price in Oct 2023 - Dec 2023: $151K Median list price in Jan 2024 - Mar 2024: $115K Median list price in Apr 2024 - Jun 2024: $210K Median list price in Jul 2024 - Sep 2024: $219K Median list price in Oct 2024 - Dec 2024: $202K Median list price in Jan 2025 - Mar 2025: $135K Median list price in Apr 2025 - Jun 2025: $145K Median list price in Jan 2026 - Mar 2026: $227K Apr 2021 - Jun 2021 Median sale price Unknown Median list price $175K Jul 2021 - Sep 2021 Median sale price $177K Median list price $138K Oct 2021 - Dec 2021 Median sale price $194K Median list price $170K Jan 2022 - Mar 2022 Median sale price $210K Median list price $170K Apr 2022 - Jun 2022 Median sale price $243K Median list price $223K Jul 2022 - Sep 2022 Median sale price $210K Median list price $194K Oct 2022 - Dec 2022 Median sale price $236K Median list price $260K Jan 2023 - Mar 2023 Median sale price $245K Median list price $90K Apr 2023 - Jun 2023 Median sale price $205K Median list price $225K Jul 2023 - Sep 2023 Median sale price $235K Median list price $305K Oct 2023 - Dec 2023 Median sale price $203K Median list price $151K Jan 2024 - Mar 2024 Median sale price $161K Median list price $115K Apr 2024 - Jun 2024 Median sale price Unknown Median list price $210K Jul 2024 - Sep 2024 Median sale price $212K Median list price $219K Oct 2024 - Dec 2024 Median sale price $187K Median list price $202K Jan 2025 - Mar 2025 Median sale price $289K Median list price $135K Apr 2025 - Jun 2025 Median sale price $115K Median list price $145K Jul 2025 - Sep 2025 Median sale price $145K Median list price Unknown Oct 2025 - Dec 2025 Median sale price Unknown Median list price Unknown Jan 2026 - Mar 2026 Median sale price Unknown Median list price $227K
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* 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 (Feb 2026 - Apr 2026).

Inventory in Kelley is extremely tight in the latest rolling three-month view. There is just one active listing, and pending sales are also down to one, about half of where they were a year ago. New listings have held steady over the past year, but overall there are far fewer homes available than before.

Pricing has been moving up even as the number of listings has shrunk. The median list price over the latest three months is about two-thirds higher than a year ago, reflecting a strong shift upward from earlier periods. Earlier data shows sale prices fluctuating, from around $160,500 in early 2024 to $212,000 by fall, indicating that limited supply has not always translated into consistent price gains for closed sales.

Days on market have varied over the past few years, from homes selling in under two weeks at times to stretches where listings stayed on the market for two months or more. Despite these ups and downs, Kelley is currently classified as a seller’s market, suggesting conditions favor owners who decide to list. With so few listings and shifting price patterns, both buyers and sellers in Kelley can benefit from Agent Pronto’s help connecting with a local agent who understands the current dynamics and can guide them through each step.



Learn more about what Kelley has to offer.

Kelley offers residents a tight-knit community, practical amenities, and a welcoming small-town atmosphere that makes everyday life comfortable and engaging.

Kelley immediately feels different from nearby Ames, Ankeny, or Des Moines. It is a small community where daily life still revolves around neighbors, school events, and local traditions, yet residents enjoy quick access to larger city amenities and jobs.

Families often connect through the Ballard Community School District, with Kelley just minutes from the primary and secondary campuses that serve the area. Parks and open fields sit close to home, and many residents take advantage of regional recreation at McFarland Park and Hickory Grove Park. The short drive to Iowa State University brings additional culture, athletics, and employment options while Kelley itself maintains a quieter pace.

Daily needs are easily met in surrounding communities such as Story County and Ames, with shopping, healthcare, and dining all within a straightforward commute. Buyers are often drawn by the balance of rural character and regional convenience, while long‑time residents value the stability of a place where people tend to know one another.

Because inventory can be limited and demand influenced by nearby university and metro markets, timing and preparation matter. Whether you are planning to buy in Kelley or list a long‑held property, partnering with the right local agent through Agent Pronto helps you move quickly and confidently in this small but in‑demand community.

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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
“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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