Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Des Moines, IA
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated May 2026. No pay-to-play.
Top Agent
(424)
Misty SOLDwisch
The Misty SOLDwisch Home Selling Team
26 Years of experience
499+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.11%
in Des Moines, IA
$1.11B
All-Time Sales
$160K - $2M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.17%
in Des Moines, IA
$166.5M
All-Time Sales
$90K - $1.8M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(74)
Jorge Ibarra
Keller Williams Greater Des Moines
12 Years of experience
143+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.23%
in Des Moines, IA
$143.1M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $780K
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.34%
in Des Moines, IA
$523.3M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $13.5M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.4%
in Des Moines, IA
$285.2M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $3.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(116)
Scott Rundall
Keller Williams Realty Greater Des Moines
8 Years of experience
205+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 0.46%
in Des Moines, IA
$379.7M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1.6M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.8%
in Des Moines, IA
$117.9M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $1.3M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.15%
in Des Moines, IA
$199.5M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $1.4M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 1.21%
in Des Moines, IA
$266.3M
All-Time Sales
$390K - $175M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.26%
in Des Moines, IA
$84.7M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $660K
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(10)
Abby Hausmann-Virgil
Keller Williams Ankeny and Ames
10 Years of experience
65+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.24%
in Des Moines, IA
$97.9M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(6)
Dave Steinick
Keller Williams Realty Greater Des Moines
25 Years of experience
23+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 2.41%
in Des Moines, IA
$54.3M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $970K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 2.76%
in Des Moines, IA
$333.3M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.3M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.99%
in Des Moines, IA
$56.9M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $650K
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 3.45%
in Des Moines, IA
$45.5M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $770K
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(17)
Ginger Atcheson
Real Estate Property Solutions
24 Years of experience
74+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4.14%
in Des Moines, IA
$34.1M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $600K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 4.43%
in Des Moines, IA
$29.9M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $1000K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 4.54%
in Des Moines, IA
$33.6M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $2.5M
Price Range
Top AgentTop 4.6%
in Des Moines, IA
$74M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $940K
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 5.23%
in Des Moines, IA
$31.8M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $860K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 5.8%
in Des Moines, IA
$115.6M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.1M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 5.86%
in Des Moines, IA
$30.5M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $690K
Price Range
Top Agent$68.2M
All-Time Sales
$340K - $4.5M
Price Range
160
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent$510K
All-Time Sales
2
Total Number Of Homes Sold
2025
Year Licensed
Des moines Housing Market Trends
Median Sale Price
$220,000
+1.73% year-over-yearMedian Days on Market
26
+4 days year-over-yearSale-to-List Price
98.76%
-0.03% year-over-yearHomes Sold Above List Price
23.6%
-1.8% year-over-yearOff the Market in 2 Weeks
46.7%
+4.4% year-over-yearListings With Price Drops
34.9%
-8.5% year-over-yearMonths of Supply
2.4
Realtors in Des moines
1,740
Verified MLS market data through May 2026.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Des Moines?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Des Moines sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in June. To hit that window, plan to list around May.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
June
Best month to sell
21 days
Typical time on market
99.2%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Des Moines, IA sales. Individual results vary with price, condition, and how the broader market moves. A local agent can pinpoint the right timing for your home.
Home Values by Neighborhood in Des Moines
Median home values across Des Moines, IA neighborhoods, with the change over the past five years.
Westwood
+44% over 5 years
$328K
Arbor Peaks
+40% over 5 years
$310K
Ingersoll Park
+48% over 5 years
$305K
Southwestern Hills
+45% over 5 years
$291K
Greenwood
+35% over 5 years
$259K
Bloomfield-Allen
+43% over 5 years
$258K
Brooks Run
+41% over 5 years
$252K
Sherman Hill
+51% over 5 years
$246K
Meredith
+45% over 5 years
$242K
Median home values from verified market data; five-year change shown where available.
What These Numbers Mean for Des Moines Buyers and Sellers
Des Moines currently registers as a Seller's Market market, and the numbers in the Housing Market Trends module above show why leverage is more balanced than headline prices suggest. The median sale price sits at $220,000 and moved +1.7% year over year, a modest shift that tells buyers appreciation is measured rather than frenzied. At the same time, 2.4 months of supply and 667 active listings against 276 monthly closings point to a market where demand and available stock are reasonably matched.
The competitive indicators sharpen the picture. With 23.6% of homes selling above list and 46.7% going under contract within two weeks, well-priced properties still move quickly. Yet 34.9% of listings have recorded a price cut, and homes now take a median 26 days to sell, reflecting a +4 days change in market time. That combination hands patient buyers real room to negotiate on listings that have lingered, while the 98.76% sale-to-list ratio shows disciplined sellers still capture close to asking.
For a buyer, the practical read is to move decisively on fresh, sharply priced listings but negotiate firmly on anything with a price drop or extended time on market. For a seller, the data argues for accurate pricing from day one rather than testing a high number, since the aging inventory shows the market corrects overreach. With 1,740 licensed agents in the area, choosing one who can price to these exact conditions matters more than name recognition, which is where verified performance data helps narrow the field.
What Des Moines Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Des Moines goes beyond the listing price. These calculators break down what today's market conditions mean for your budget, your timeline, and your negotiating position.
| Median home price | $220,000 |
| Down payment (20%) | $44,000 |
| Loan amount | $176,000 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $1,604 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 6.55% mortgage rate (as of July 16, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $220,000 median home price with 20% down at 6.55% (as of July 16, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Des Moines MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Des Moines Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually drives outcomes: measured transaction history and how closely an agent's sales track list prices. Among the 1,740 licensed agents working Des Moines, EffectiveAgents has ranked 46 using verified performance data. The top-ranked agent, Misty SOLDwisch of The Misty SOLDwisch Home Selling Team, has recorded 5,448 transactions, 424 reviews, and $1.1B in all-time sales volume. That depth matters in a market where the sale-to-list ratio holds at 98.76% and 34.9% of listings eventually cut price, because negotiation skill and accurate pricing separate a smooth sale from a stalled one. An experienced agent adjusts strategy by neighborhood, whether pricing a bungalow in Beaverdale, positioning a listing in Highland Park, or advising a buyer competing in Drake near the university. Look closely at review patterns rather than review counts alone: consistency across many transactions, recent activity, and specific feedback on communication tell you more than a single high rating.
How We Rank Des Moines Real Estate Agents
Our rankings are built from verified MLS transaction data, not advertising spend. For every agent we analyze more than fifteen performance signals, including sales volume in your city and zip code, recent and all-time transactions, days on market, negotiation results (how far above or below list price an agent's clients actually close), price-point fit, and verified reviews. The agents shown first are those whose verified results put them at the top of the Des Moines market today.
Agents cannot pay for placement in these rankings. The underlying data refreshes as new closed transactions are reported, so rankings shift with real market performance. Learn how we rank agents.
Rankings reviewed by Kevin Stuteville, Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker (License BK3068131), Founder of EffectiveAgents.
Data last updated: May 2026
Des Moines Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Des Moines, IA?
The top-ranked agent in Des Moines, IA, based on EffectiveAgents data is Misty SOLDwisch of The Misty SOLDwisch Home Selling Team, with 5,448 transactions, 424 reviews, and $1.1B in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents ranks agents using verified transaction history, sale-to-list performance, and client reviews rather than advertising spend. Of the 1,740 licensed agents in the area, only 46 meet the ranking threshold. The best fit depends on your price point and neighborhood, so compare several matched agents before deciding.
How were these Des Moines real estate agents ranked?
Rankings are built from verified MLS transaction data. We analyze more than fifteen performance signals for every agent, including sales volume in your city and zip code, recent and all-time transactions, days on market, negotiation results, price-point fit, and verified reviews. Agents cannot pay for placement.
How many real estate agents are in Des Moines?
Our data covers 1,740 real estate agents serving the Des Moines area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Des Moines market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Des Moines mean for sellers?
Des Moines's median sale price is $220,000 as of May 2026. Half of recent sales closed above that figure and half below. It is a useful baseline for understanding the market, but an experienced local agent will price your home against comparable recent sales in your neighborhood, not the citywide median.
How long does it take to sell a house in Des Moines?
Homes in Des Moines currently take a median 26 days to sell, a +4 days change from last year, so the overall timeline has lengthened. Actual pace depends heavily on pricing and condition: 46.7% of homes go under contract within two weeks, while 34.9% of listings eventually reduce price after sitting. Accurate pricing from day one, strong photography, and readiness for showings are the main levers a seller controls. With 2.4 months of supply, well-prepared homes still move efficiently.
Does it cost anything to use EffectiveAgents?
No. EffectiveAgents is free for home buyers and sellers, with no obligation to work with any agent we match you with.
Do agents pay to be ranked or featured?
No. Agents cannot pay for placement anywhere in these rankings. Positions are earned from verified transaction performance only.
What commission do Des Moines realtors charge?
Commissions are negotiable and vary by agent, service level, and transaction. There is no set rate, and recent industry changes have made commission structures more flexible than ever. Discuss the structure directly with your agent before signing a listing or buyer agreement.
Should I use a local Des Moines agent or a national brand?
The individual agent matters more than the brand on the sign. Offices within the same national franchise vary widely in performance, and the agent you hire, not the logo, prices your home, negotiates your contract, and manages your closing. A strong local agent brings firsthand knowledge of Des Moines neighborhoods, pricing patterns, and buyer activity. Compare agents on verified local results such as recent sales, days on market, and negotiation outcomes rather than name recognition.
What questions should I ask a Des Moines realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Des Moines in the past year, what their average sale-to-list ratio is, and how much of their business is in your neighborhood and price range. Ask how they will market your home or find you listings, and how often they will communicate. Strong agents answer with specifics. Verified transaction data is the fastest way to confirm what you hear.
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