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* Sales data is calculated based on transaction information available to Agent Pronto at the time of publishing and may not accurately reflect all transactions for a given agent.
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“Isaiah was extremely helpful and always willing to show us houses when they popped up last minute. Even though it took us 3 years before we found the house for us, Isaiah was super patient with us and made sure we were able to check a majority of our boxes.”
“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!”
“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.”
“She did go really far out of her way to show a house and had really good input on things we didn't notice”
“Kristina Sharp worked hard to make sure I was happy with the property and was with me the whole way since I had not purchased a home before. She made me feel comfortable and went through everything so I could understand the home buying proceedures. I have and will continue to recomend Kristina and a person who cares about the people she is trying to assist when buying a home.”
“Shane Campfield is the epitomy of professionalism. He is very good at his job. His communication and social skills are top knotch.”
“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.”
“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!”
“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!”
“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.”
“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!”
“Enjoyed working with Rich and his team. Our acreage sold quickly and we received multiple offers.”
“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.”
Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Polk County real estate market, updated for August 2025. *
The typical home value in Polk County is projected to be $285,500 for the month of August. July’s finalized data reported the typical value of a home in the county to be $287,000—up 0.88% over the previous 12 months. For comparison, state-level data pegged home values at $253,400 in Iowa for the most recent reporting period. That number is expected to float around $251,350 in August.
Polk County had 826 new listings and 682 listings that went under contract in July, increasing the area’s total available inventory to 1,819—up 2.02% from the previous month. Inventory is projected to have further increased in August.
Of those 1,819 active listings, 46.51% reduced their price in the month of July. The median listing price for homes in Polk County fell 6.2% from June to July, bringing the current median listing price to $280,000. Based on projected data for August, listing prices may continue to fall.
The number of days that homes have been on the market prior to going under contract has been fairly steady year-over-year. In July 2025, the median time for a listed property to go pending was 24 days, compared to 28 days in July 2024. In recent months the median number of days from listed to pending appears to be steady. That trend is predicted to have carried through to this August.
Market gauge is calculated based on the the number of active listings divided by home sales over the most recently available reporting period.
Polk County offers residents a welcoming blend of growing jobs, strong schools, diverse cultural amenities, and abundant parks and trails in a dynamic, well-connected community.
Polk County blends metro momentum with easygoing Midwestern comfort, offering a mix of urban culture, family-friendly neighborhoods, and miles of trails and waterways. Anchored by Des Moines, the county’s core hums with galleries, theaters, inventive dining, and lively festivals, while commuters appreciate quick drives between city streets and quiet cul-de-sacs.
Weekends here write themselves. The storied Iowa State Fair draws national attention each August with concerts, competitions, and classic fair food. Families flock to the Blank Park Zoo, and runners and paddlers make a beeline for Gray’s Lake Park, where skyline views meet a luminous evening trail. Baseball games, farmers markets, bike paths, and nearby Adventureland keep the calendar full across the seasons.
Education stands out, led by Des Moines Public Schools and strong suburban districts. Housing options are diverse: historic homes and lofts in the city, new builds and master-planned communities in Ankeny, and suburban conveniences in West Des Moines and Altoona. Outdoor enthusiasts tap into extensive county parks and riverfront access, while professionals benefit from a growing insurance, finance, and tech scene that keeps opportunities close to home.
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