50316 — Des Moines, IA Home Values
Typical home value $166,947 as of June 2026 · 82nd of 84 in Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 50316, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 50316 compares in the Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA area
ZIP code 50316 (Des Moines, IA) has a typical home value of $166,947 as of June 2026, ranking 82nd of 84 ZIP codes tracked in the Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA area, more expensive than about 4% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved -1.5% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +22.2%, from $136,619 in June 2021 to $166,947 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 13.1× the annual rent ($1,066/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Des Moines.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 50316 has a population of 16,188, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 49.8% White, 23.7% Hispanic or Latino, 14.2% Black or African American, 5.9% Asian, 5.1% two or more races, 0.9% another race, and 0.4% American Indian or Alaska Native.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hiatt Middle School | 1430 E. University Ave, Des Moines, IA | 0.5 mi |
| East High School | 815 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA | 0.8 mi |
| Carver Elementary | 705 E University Ave, Des Moines, IA | 0.9 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 50316?
$166,947 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 50316 an expensive ZIP code in the Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA area?
50316 ranks 82nd of 84 ZIP codes in the Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA area by typical home value, more expensive than about 4% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 50316 changed over the past year?
-1.5% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 50316?
The typical home price is 13.1× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,066/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 50316?
16,188, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 50316?
Hiatt Middle School (0.5 mi), East High School (0.8 mi), Carver Elementary (0.9 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 50316?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.