Des Moines metro, IA relocation guide
Moving to Panora, IA
$602,000Median listing price
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About Panora
- City in Guthrie County, population 1,091 (2020 census), the oldest community in the county (established 1851). - Named for the panoramic view from a nearby hill; home to the Reese Mill site (first mill west of Des Moines, now the Lake Panorama dam). - Gateway to Lake Panorama with a Raccoon River Valley Trail trailhead, a musical-instrument town square, and the historic Veterans Auditorium. - Serves as the commercial hub for the Lake Panorama community.
Home prices in Panora
The median listing price in Panora is $602,000.
Top places in Panora
- Town square with family musical instruments
- Veterans Auditorium (historic 1930s building)
- Raccoon River Valley Trail trailhead
- Lake Panorama marina and beaches (short drive north)
Commuting from Panora
- About 35 miles northwest of downtown Des Moines; typical drive 40–50 minutes via Hwy 141/IA-4.
Panora FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Panora, IA?
The median listing price in Panora is $602,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 25, 2026 - How is the commute from Panora, IA?
About 35 miles northwest of downtown Des Moines; typical drive 40–50 minutes via Hwy 141/IA-4.
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.