Des Moines metro, IA relocation guide
Moving to Redfield, IA
$247,500Median listing price
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About Redfield
- Small city in western Dallas County on the Middle Raccoon River, population 731 (2020 census); motto: "Not quite the heart of Iowa, but holds all the love." - Founded 1860 (as New Ireland), renamed for Civil War officer Col. James Redfield. - Raccoon River Valley Trail town with the Redfield Dam, parks, and a strong industrial base for its size.
Home prices in Redfield
The median listing price in Redfield is $247,500.
Top places in Redfield
- Redfield Dam on the Middle Raccoon River (fishing, canoeing, tubing)
- Raccoon River Valley Trail access
- Redfield city parks system
- Annual American Legion breakfast and community events
Commuting from Redfield
- About 32 miles west of downtown Des Moines; typical drive 30–35 minutes via I-80.
Redfield FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Redfield, IA?
The median listing price in Redfield is $247,500. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 25, 2026 - How is the commute from Redfield, IA?
About 32 miles west of downtown Des Moines; typical drive 30–35 minutes via I-80.
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.