Where people in Ames are looking to buy homes

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#10. Milwaukee, WI

- View share: 1.4%
- Median listing price: $362,500
- Median listing price per square foot: $213

#9. Waterloo, IA

- View share: 1.4%
- Median listing price: $249,925
- Median listing price per square foot: $142

#8. Elgin, IL

- View share: 1.5%
- Median listing price: $343,498
- Median listing price per square foot: $203

#7. Marshalltown, IA

- View share: 1.6%
- Median listing price: $198,150
- Median listing price per square foot: $141

#6. Iowa City, IA

- View share: 1.6%
- Median listing price: $367,450
- Median listing price per square foot: $184

#5. Cedar Rapids, IA

- View share: 2.3%
- Median listing price: $276,195
- Median listing price per square foot: $148

#4. Davenport, IA

- View share: 2.4%
- Median listing price: $199,950
- Median listing price per square foot: $124

#3. Omaha, NE

- View share: 3.6%
- Median listing price: $385,100
- Median listing price per square foot: $183

#2. Minneapolis, MN

- View share: 5.3%
- Median listing price: $425,000
- Median listing price per square foot: $214

#1. Des Moines, IA

- View share: 23.9%
- Median listing price: $354,495
- Median listing price per square foot: $230

This story features data reporting and writing by Elena Cox and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 306 metros.

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