Des Moines metro, IA relocation guide
Moving to Dallas Center, IA
$364,900Median listing price
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About Dallas Center
- Small city in north-central Dallas County, population 1,901 (2020 census; 2024 estimate ~1,993). - Raccoon River Valley Trailhead town with two large parks (Mound Park and Memorial Park); hometown of MLB pitcher Tony Watson. - Quiet community between Perry and Grimes with steady modest growth.
Home prices in Dallas Center
The median listing price in Dallas Center is $364,900.
Top places in Dallas Center
- Raccoon River Valley Trailhead (14th & Walnut, shaded, seasonal restrooms)
- Mound Park (volleyball, gazebo, tennis, summer roller rink)
- Memorial Park (9-hole disc golf, open space)
- Annual Dallas Center Fall Festival
- Dallas Center public library
Commuting from Dallas Center
- About 22 miles northwest of downtown Des Moines; typical drive 25–30 minutes via IA-141/Hwy 169.
Dallas Center FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Dallas Center, IA?
The median listing price in Dallas Center is $364,900. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 25, 2026 - How is the commute from Dallas Center, IA?
About 22 miles northwest of downtown Des Moines; typical drive 25–30 minutes via IA-141/Hwy 169.
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.