2025 Urban Housing Trends in Des Moines

By: Brenda Blackford

Des Moines is experiencing significant population growth, making it the fastest-growing major metro in the Midwest, according to recent Census estimates.

Downtown and suburban areas are seeing residential and revitalization of existing buildings which has allowed a community of folks to walk and bicycle in an urban enviornment.

Mortagage rates are still higher but sales have increased for the first time in three years. Des Moines has a wide variety of affordable neighborhoods and something for everyone.