50315 — Des Moines, IA Home Values
Typical home value $199,305 as of June 2026 · 76th of 84 in Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 50315, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 50315 compares in the Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA area
ZIP code 50315 (Des Moines, IA) has a typical home value of $199,305 as of June 2026, ranking 76th of 84 ZIP codes tracked in the Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA area, more expensive than about 11% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +1.1% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +24.6%, from $159,997 in June 2021 to $199,305 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 15.1× the annual rent ($1,099/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 50315 has a population of 35,349, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 66.6% White, 17.2% Hispanic or Latino, 8.6% Black or African American, 3.6% two or more races, 3.2% Asian, 0.7% another race, and 0.1% American Indian or Alaska Native.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Union Elementary School | 4201 South Union, Des Moines, IA | 0.2 mi |
| Mitchell Early Childhood Center | 111 Porter, Des Moines, IA | 0.8 mi |
| Park Ave Elementary School | 3141 SW 9th St, Des Moines, IA | 0.8 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 50315?
$199,305 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 50315 an expensive ZIP code in the Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA area?
50315 ranks 76th of 84 ZIP codes in the Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA area by typical home value, more expensive than about 11% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 50315 changed over the past year?
+1.1% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 50315?
The typical home price is 15.1× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,099/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 50315?
35,349, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 50315?
South Union Elementary School (0.2 mi), Mitchell Early Childhood Center (0.8 mi), Park Ave Elementary School (0.8 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 50315?
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.