Des Moines metro, IA relocation guide
Moving to Runnells, IA
$517,000Median listing price
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About Runnells
- Tiny rural city in southeastern Polk County, population about 461 (2026 estimate; 2020 census 460). - Classic small-town Iowa: high homeownership (~86–88%), single-family homes on spacious lots, quiet streets, and close-knit community. - For buyers wanting country quiet with Southeast Polk schools and metro access.
Home prices in Runnells
The median listing price in Runnells is $517,000.
Top places in Runnells
- Runnells community park
- City hall / post office
- Des Moines River access (nearby)
- Chichaqua Valley Trail (nearby Bondurant/Prairie City)
Commuting from Runnells
- About 13 miles southeast of downtown Des Moines; average resident commute around 24 minutes.
Runnells FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Runnells, IA?
The median listing price in Runnells is $517,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 25, 2026 - How is the commute from Runnells, IA?
About 13 miles southeast of downtown Des Moines; average resident commute around 24 minutes.
Town links
Schools
Transit
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.