50237 — Runnells, IA Home Values
Typical home value $438,818 as of August 2026 · 5th of 84 in Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 50237, August 2021 to August 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 50237 compares in the Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA area
ZIP code 50237 (Runnells, IA) has a typical home value of $438,818 as of August 2026, ranking 5th of 84 ZIP codes tracked in the Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA area, more expensive than about 95% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +4.7% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +30.1%, from $337,265 in August 2021 to $438,818 in August 2026.
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 50237 has a population of 3,275, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 94.1% White, 2.8% Hispanic or Latino, 2.5% two or more races, 0.5% Asian, and 0.1% American Indian or Alaska Native.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Runnells Elementary | 6575 SE 116th Street, Runnells, IA | 1.8 mi |
| Southeast Polk Junior High | 8325 NE University Ave., Pleasant Hill, IA | 5.1 mi |
| Spring Creek - 6th Grade | 8031 NE University Ave., Pleasant Hill, IA | 5.2 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 50237?
$438,818 as of August 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 50237 an expensive ZIP code in the Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA area?
50237 ranks 5th of 84 ZIP codes in the Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA area by typical home value, more expensive than about 95% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 50237 changed over the past year?
+4.7% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
What is the population of ZIP code 50237?
3,275, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 50237?
Runnells Elementary (1.8 mi), Southeast Polk Junior High (5.1 mi), Spring Creek - 6th Grade (5.2 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 50237?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of August 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.