Des Moines metro, IA relocation guide
Moving to Winterset, IA
$299,450Median listing price
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About Winterset
- County seat of Madison County, population 5,353 (2020 census), the county's largest city. - Birthplace of actor John Wayne (birthplace home and museum) and the heart of the Bridges of Madison County — six remaining covered bridges surround the town. - Charming courthouse square with local shops, the Iowa Quilt Museum, and the annual Covered Bridge Festival each October. - Clark Tower in Winterset City Park and Pammel State Park offer signature local recreation.
Home prices in Winterset
The median listing price in Winterset is $299,450.
Top places in Winterset
- John Wayne Birthplace and Museum
- The covered bridges of Madison County (Hogback, Roseman, Cedar, Cutler-Donohue, Holliwell, Imes)
- Historic courthouse square and Iowa Quilt Museum
- Clark Tower and Winterset City Park
- Pammel State Park
Commuting from Winterset
- About 30 miles southwest of downtown Des Moines; typical drive 35–45 minutes via Hwy 169/IA-92.
Winterset FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Winterset, IA?
The median listing price in Winterset is $299,450. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 25, 2026 - How is the commute from Winterset, IA?
About 30 miles southwest of downtown Des Moines; typical drive 35–45 minutes via Hwy 169/IA-92.
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.