Urbandale Homes for Sale & Real Estate Listings

Northwest New Construction Corridor (50323, $465K–$825K+)

The northwest 50323 zip code is Urbandale's most active new construction segment, with homes priced from approximately $465,000 to $825,000+. This corridor runs along NW 100th through NW 128th Streets and includes developments along Meredith Drive, Berkshire Parkway extensions, and Urbandale's northern boundary with Johnston and Grimes. Buyers in this tier are typically purchasing 4 to 5 bedroom builds on quarter-acre to half-acre lots with modern finishes, open floor plans, and three-car garages. The zone borders Johnston Community School District (JCSD) at the northern boundary, and school district due diligence is strongly recommended for specific addresses in this area. For buyers comparing northwest Urbandale to Johnston or northwest Clive, Urbandale's 50323 corridor typically offers comparable product at a more accessible price point.

Upper Mid Established Neighborhoods ($350K–$589K)

Urbandale's upper mid-tier spans roughly $350,000 to $589,000 and covers established neighborhoods built from the 1990s through the early 2010s, primarily along Meredith Drive, Douglas Avenue, and the streets between 100th and 128th Streets in both the 50322 and 50323 zip codes. These are 3 to 4 bedroom homes on established lots with mature landscaping, finished basements, and proximity to Walker Johnston Park, Walnut Creek Regional Park, and Urbandale's commercial corridors. This tier represents Urbandale's strongest repeat-buyer segment, households moving up from entry or mid-range purchases who want larger square footage and established neighborhood character without new construction pricing.

Mid-Range Core (50322, $208K–$380K)

The 50322 zip code is Urbandale's established residential core, built largely in the 1970s through 1990s, with 3-bedroom single-family homes on standard suburban lots priced from approximately $208,000 to $380,000. Streets in this range include areas near Meredith Drive, Hickman Road, and the 72nd through 86th Street corridors where Urbandale's original residential development concentrated. This tier draws first-time buyers and families who want Urbandale's location and UCSD school access at an accessible price point. Properties in this range are frequently renovated or updated, and motivated buyers can find well-maintained mid-century and 1980s homes at meaningful value relative to newer western suburban product.

Entry, Condos, and Townhomes ($143K–$235K)

Urbandale's entry market provides genuine access to the city's location advantage at price points starting from approximately $143,000, primarily in condo and townhome developments along Meredith Drive, 86th Street, and in targeted developments near the city's southern and eastern edges. This segment serves first-time buyers, downsizers, and investors. The presence of an active entry-level market is a meaningful feature of Urbandale's residential landscape: it allows residents to enter the city at one stage of life and upgrade within the same community, which contributes to the city's stability and the consistent demand that supports overall price appreciation.

Dining and Local Food

Urbandale's dining scene anchors around well-established local destinations. Machine Shed Restaurant on NW 100th Street is an Iowa institution, a full-service farm-themed restaurant that has drawn metro-wide diners for decades. 5 Borough Bagels serves New York-style bagels that have built a loyal following across the metro. Range Restaurant offers upscale casual dining for special occasions, while The Beerhouse is a neighborhood taproom popular with locals. Coaches Kolaches, Chicken Coop, and Tito's Lounge round out an everyday dining landscape that serves Urbandale residents well without requiring a drive to neighboring Clive or West Des Moines for quality options.

Living History Farms

Living History Farms is Urbandale's signature cultural institution, a 500-acre outdoor museum featuring three working farms across different eras of Iowa agricultural history and a fully reconstructed 1876 Walnut Hill town complete with operating businesses and costumed interpreters. The museum operates from May through October and draws visitors from across the Midwest, making it one of the most significant living history institutions in the region. For Urbandale residents, it is a genuine neighborhood amenity available year-round for special programs, school events, and community gatherings that give the city a cultural identity few suburban communities of comparable size can match.

Parks, Trails, and Outdoor Recreation

Walker Johnston Park, at the intersection of NW 100th Street and Meredith Drive, is Urbandale's primary active recreation hub, with athletic fields, courts, walking paths, and direct trail access. Walnut Creek Regional Park on Meredith Drive provides a quieter natural park experience with open green space and creek-side trails. The Raccoon River Valley Trail corridor connects Urbandale to approximately 90 miles of paved trail across the region, one of Iowa's longest recreational trail networks. Iowa Orchard, a working pick-your-own fruit operation, is a seasonal gathering point for families across the metro and gives Urbandale a distinctive agricultural touchstone within its suburban landscape.

Community Events and Traditions

Urbandale's civic calendar has two signature events that define the community's character. The 4th of July Celebration at Lions Park is one of the metro's most popular Independence Day gatherings, with fireworks, food, live entertainment, and thousands of attendees from across the northwest Des Moines suburbs. The Miracle on 86th Street holiday event each December transforms Urbandale's commercial district into a seasonal celebration with lights, activities, and community programming that draws residents out and reinforces the neighborhood bonds that make Urbandale a city people choose for the long term rather than simply passing through.

$349,995

Median Sold (Mar 2026)

$211/sqft

Price Per Sq Ft

+10.8%

Year-Over-Year Growth

107 Days

Avg Days on Market

$112K

Median HH Income

By Air

Des Moines International Airport (DSM) is approximately 20 to 25 minutes southeast of Urbandale via I-235 south, a straightforward drive that avoids downtown Des Moines traffic in most conditions. American, Delta, Southwest, and United serve DSM with nonstop routes to Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Minneapolis, Atlanta, Phoenix, and additional hubs. For Urbandale residents who travel frequently for work, DSM's proximity and the I-235 corridor access make air travel a practical commuter option rather than a significant logistical undertaking.

By Car

I-235 runs along Urbandale's southern boundary, providing the primary eastbound connection to downtown Des Moines in approximately 15 to 18 minutes. I-35 and I-80 are accessible within 5 to 10 minutes from most Urbandale addresses, connecting to Iowa's statewide highway network. Hickman Road (US Route 6) is Urbandale's primary east-west commercial arterial, running the length of the city from Des Moines to Grimes. Douglas Avenue, Meredith Drive, and 86th Street provide additional north-south and east-west circulation through the city's residential and commercial zones. Most of Urbandale's daily destinations, schools, groceries, dining, parks, and services, are accessible without leaving the city.

Around Urbandale and the Metro

Urbandale's central position in the metro's northwest suburban arc makes commuting in any direction manageable. Principal Financial Group's downtown campus is approximately 18 minutes east. Wells Fargo's Iowa operations center in West Des Moines is about 15 minutes southeast. MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center is under 20 minutes. Johnston borders Urbandale directly to the north, Clive to the south and west, and Grimes to the northwest, all within 10 minutes. The Raccoon River Valley Trail network provides regional non-motorized connectivity for cyclists and pedestrians connecting Urbandale to Clive, Waukee, Adel, and points west across approximately 90 miles of paved trail.

Urbandale Community School District (UCSD)

The Urbandale Community School District serves approximately 4,300 students across six elementary schools, one middle school (Urbandale Middle), and Urbandale High School. The district reports 73% reading proficiency and 65% math proficiency across its student body. Webster Elementary holds a 5-star rating and represents the district's strongest elementary-level performance benchmark. UCSD has invested in curriculum modernization and extracurricular programming in recent years, and the district's overall trajectory is one of measured improvement rather than stagnation.

Urbandale High School

Urbandale High School serves grades 9 through 12 and is ranked #150 in Iowa by US News, a meaningful improvement from its prior ranking of #263, reflecting the district's upward momentum. The school offers a competitive athletics program, dual enrollment options, and a full suite of extracurricular activities. Families who want a high school experience with strong community engagement, improving academic outcomes, and a smaller class environment relative to metro-wide schools will find Urbandale High a strong fit.

JCSD Open Enrollment Option

Families purchasing in Urbandale who prioritize access to a higher-ranked school district have an additional option worth exploring: Johnston Community School District (JCSD) open enrollment. JCSD, which ranks among Iowa's top districts with Johnston Senior High at #49 in the state, accepts open enrollment applications on a space-available basis. For Urbandale buyers in the northern 50323 corridor, which borders Johnston directly, open enrollment into JCSD can be a viable path. Megan Mitchum + CO can advise on which specific Urbandale addresses have historically had the strongest open enrollment access to JCSD. Transportation and application timing requirements apply.