Des Moines metro, IA relocation guide
Moving to Van Meter, IA
$469,000Median listing price
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About Van Meter
- Fast-growing small city in southern Dallas County along the Raccoon River, population 1,484 (2020 census; 2024 estimate ~1,840, +46% since 2010). - Birthplace of Baseball Hall of Famer Bob Feller (born 1918); the Bob Feller Museum anchors downtown. - Highly sought-after small school district with a single K-12 campus.



Home prices in Van Meter
The median listing price in Van Meter is $469,000.
Top places in Van Meter
- Bob Feller Museum (downtown)
- Raccoon River parks and canoe access
- Van Meter's single-campus K-12 school complex
- Historic Rock Island railroad depot area
Commuting from Van Meter
- About 21 miles west of downtown Des Moines; typical drive 20–25 minutes via I-80 or Grand Avenue.
Van Meter FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Van Meter, IA?
The median listing price in Van Meter is $469,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 25, 2026 - How is the commute from Van Meter, IA?
About 21 miles west of downtown Des Moines; typical drive 20–25 minutes via I-80 or Grand Avenue.
Town links
Schools
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.