Des Moines metro, IA relocation guide
Moving to Carlisle, IA
$295,000Median listing price
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About Carlisle
- Small city straddling Polk and Warren counties on Des Moines' southeast edge, population 4,160 (2020 census). - Historically railroad-founded (Union Pacific), now a bedroom community with a classic small-town downtown along Hwy 65. - Outdoor appeal: connects to the Great American Rail-Trail network and local trailheads.
Home prices in Carlisle
The median listing price in Carlisle is $295,000.
Top places in Carlisle
- North Park / Watertower Park
- Randal House (historic site)
- Carlisle Community trails
- Downtown Carlisle shops on School Street
- Danamere Farms and local orchards
- Carlisle Aquatic Center
Commuting from Carlisle
- About 11.9 miles to downtown Des Moines; under 25 minutes via IA-5/Hwy 65.
Carlisle FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Carlisle, IA?
The median listing price in Carlisle is $295,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 25, 2026 - How is the commute from Carlisle, IA?
About 11.9 miles to downtown Des Moines; under 25 minutes via IA-5/Hwy 65.
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.