Des Moines metro, IA relocation guide
Moving to Indianola, IA
$373,990Median listing price
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About Indianola
- County seat of Warren County, population about 17,062 (2026 estimate; 2020 census 15,882) — the metro's largest southern suburb/city. - Founded 1849; home to Simpson College (private liberal arts college, founded 1860). - The "Ballooning Capital of Iowa": hosts the National Balloon Classic nine-day rally, the National Balloon Museum, and the Balloon Federation of America's national office. - Realtor.com median listing price: $373,990 (read 2026-09-24).
Home prices in Indianola
The median listing price in Indianola is $373,990.
Top places in Indianola
- National Balloon Classic / National Balloon Museum
- Simpson College campus
- Summerset Winery
- Lake Ahquabi State Park (nearby)
- Historic downtown square
- Banner Lakes at Summerset State Park
- Summerset Trail (to Carlisle and the metro trail system)
Commuting from Indianola
- About 12 miles south of downtown Des Moines at the junction of US 65/69 and Hwy 92; typical drive around 20 minutes.
Indianola FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Indianola, IA?
The median listing price in Indianola is $373,990. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 25, 2026 - How is the commute from Indianola, IA?
About 12 miles south of downtown Des Moines at the junction of US 65/69 and Hwy 92; typical drive around 20 minutes.
Town links
Schools
Transit
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.