--- canonical: https://www.top10reagents.com/ia/west-des-moines --- # Top Real Estate Agents in West Des Moines, Iowa > Find top real estate agents in West Des Moines, Iowa. Median home price: $335K. Connect with the best local agents today. **Agents Ranked:** 10 | **State:** Iowa --- ## Top 10 Agents ### #1 Ingrid Williams - **Brokerage:** RE/MAX Concepts - **Total Sales:** 2626 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 17 - **Listings:** 27 ### #2 Kasey Kliegl - **Brokerage:** Re/Max Concepts - **Total Sales:** 523 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** N/A - **Listings:** 5 ### #3 Robin von Gillern - **Brokerage:** RE/MAX Concepts - **Total Sales:** 1008 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 33 - **Listings:** 6 ### #4 Brett Fine - **Brokerage:** RE/MAX Concepts - **Total Sales:** 641 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 21 - **Listings:** 3 ### #5 Heather Wright - **Brokerage:** RE/MAX Concepts - **Total Sales:** 1203 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 16 - **Listings:** 4 ### #6 Robert Doheny - **Brokerage:** Next Generation Realty - **Total Sales:** 1058 - **Avg Rating:** 4.9 - **Years Experience:** 36 - **Listings:** 14 ### #7 Alex Wick - **Brokerage:** RE/MAX Precision - **Total Sales:** 634 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 21 - **Listings:** 12 ### #8 MISTY DARLING - **Brokerage:** Misty Sold Team - **Total Sales:** 4989 - **Avg Rating:** 4.9 - **Years Experience:** 26 - **Listings:** 51 ### #9 Andrew DePhillips - **Brokerage:** RE/MAX Precision - **Total Sales:** 1223 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 16 - **Listings:** 4 ### #10 Julie Baudler - **Brokerage:** Re/Max Concepts - **Total Sales:** 142 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 20 - **Listings:** 0 --- ## Frequently Asked Questions — West Des Moines Real Estate ### What is the average home price in West Des Moines, Iowa? The median home price in West Des Moines is $335,000. Prices vary by neighborhood and property type — a local real estate agent can give you a current comparative market analysis for the specific area and home size you're targeting. ### How long does it take to sell a home in West Des Moines? Homes in West Des Moines spend an average of 41 days on the market. Well-priced, well-presented homes in desirable neighborhoods often sell faster, while properties that need work or are priced above market may take longer. ### How do I find the best real estate agent in West Des Moines, Iowa? Look for agents with verified sales history, strong local reviews, and direct experience in West Des Moines's neighborhoods. Top10REAgents ranks the highest-performing agents in West Des Moines based on verified sales volume, client ratings, and market expertise — all agents listed here meet a minimum 4.5-star rating threshold. ### Do I need a buyer's agent to purchase a home in West Des Moines? In Iowa, buyers are not legally required to use an agent, but working with one is strongly recommended. A local buyer's agent in West Des Moines will have access to off-market listings, negotiate on your behalf, and guide you through inspection, financing, and closing — at no direct cost to you (seller typically covers commissions). ### How much does a real estate agent cost in West Des Moines? In Iowa, total agent commission is typically 4–6% of the sale price, split between the buyer's and seller's agents. Since the NAR settlement in 2024, commission structures have become more flexible — ask any listed agent for a clear breakdown of their fees before signing. ### What questions should I ask a real estate agent in West Des Moines? Ask about their recent sales in West Des Moines specifically, how many transactions they've closed in the last 12 months, how they'll market your home (or source listings for buyers), their communication style, and whether they work solo or with a team. A strong local agent will have direct answers for all of these. ### What makes West Des Moines the premier address in the Des Moines metro? West Des Moines is the corporate and retail hub of the metro, hosting the national headquarters of several major insurance and financial companies along the West Lakes and Jordan Creek corridors. The combination of top-tier employers, the Jordan Creek Town Center retail district, and excellent Dallas Center-Grimes and West Des Moines Community schools make it the most desirable address for corporate buyers. ### How does West Des Moines pricing compare to the broader metro? With a median around ,000, West Des Moines is the most expensive primary city in the Des Moines metro, though still affordable by national standards. Move-up buyers from Des Moines proper frequently target West Des Moines, and corporate relocators from higher-cost markets find the pricing remarkably attractive for what they receive. ### What neighborhoods should buyers explore in West Des Moines? The Ponderosa and Settlers Ridge neighborhoods offer newer construction with high-end finishes near Jordan Creek, while the older Westchester and Timber Creek areas provide more established streetscapes at slightly lower prices. The Valley Junction historic district offers unique older homes and a walkable main street in a lower-priced pocket of the city. ### Is the West Des Moines luxury market active? The ,000+ market in West Des Moines is more active than anywhere else in Iowa, sustained by C-suite executives at the major insurance and financial firms concentrated in the city. Custom builds in gated communities near Lake Panorama and along the Raccoon River Valley draw the most premium pricing in the region. --- *Source: https://www.top10reagents.com/ia/west-des-moines*