Welcome to this Mid-Century Modern home that sits on over an acre backing to Walnut Creek!!!! The only home built by renowned Architect Charles (Chick) Herbert-Architect of the Des Moines Civic Center. This home offers hardwood floors, beautiful beams, wood fireplace, open wood staircase and so much character! The back of the home offers large window for an amazing view and natural light! Main floor primary with two additional beds downstairs and family room! Walk out lower level. This is a private oasis! Enjoy days and evening on the cedar deck with wood awning that was replaced in 2025! Custom gutter system installed and trenched in ground for proper drainage 2024 and new Roof-upgraded with thicker membrane and more durable new in 2024. Lower-level bathroom beautifully renovated in 2026! Original blueprints are in custom walnut frames that will stay with the home. Breezeway from the house to the detached garage. This home is full of character and fun vibes!
Est. $1,831 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1551 NW 75th St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
DMMLS #745760
Aug 28, 2026
Sold
$350,000
$352/sq ft
Jul 27, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 21, 2026
Listed
$360,000
$363/sq ft
DMMLS #628586
Jun 21, 2021
Sold
$320,000
$322/sq ft
May 17, 2021
Pending
—
May 7, 2021
Listed
$350,000
$352/sq ft
+20
Only home built by renowned Architect Charles (Chick) Herbert (Des Moines Civic Center). Mid- Century Modern home (original blue prints go with the home) sitting on 1.147 acres backing to Walnut Creek. Windows across back of house offering lots of light and nature. First floor master with two bedrooms down and rec room opening to concrete patio. Great opportunity to put your personality to work.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,356 (+9.3%)
$89,000 + $201,600
$290,600
2025
$3,986 (+2.2%)
$89,000 + $201,600
$290,600
2024
$3,902 (−7.4%)
$77,500 + $178,200
$255,700
2023
$4,216 (+1.2%)
$77,500 + $178,200
$255,700
2022
$4,166 (+7.6%)
$69,900 + $155,100
$225,000
2021
$3,870 (+1.6%)
$69,900 + $155,100
$225,000
2020
$3,808 (+8.9%)
$69,900 + $155,100
$225,000
2019
$3,496 (+2.1%)
$65,300 + $145,200
$210,500
2018
$3,424 (+2.9%)
$65,300 + $145,200
$210,500
2017
$3,326 (+0.9%)
$57,200 + $130,100
$187,300
2016
$3,296 (+8.0%)
$53,700 + $124,400
$178,100
2013
$3,052
$53,100 + $126,100
$179,200
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
1
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
80 ft.
Lot depth
629 ft.
Lot size
1.15 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
993
Year built
1965
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
29100775618000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 5, 2026.
R1
Single-Family Residence District
R-1 single-family residence district regulations are provided to allow for the development of single-family dwelling units on individual platted lots with a minimum lot area of 10,000 sq ft.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Park & open space
Oct 20, 2004 • Final
05 accessory structure - residential and commercial
Work on an accessory deck structure.
ADU
Sep 27, 1989 • Final
06 garage/shed/gazebo permit - residential and commercial
Construct a building accessory shed.
ADU
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.