Mid-Century Modern enthusiasts, this is the one you've been waiting for. Tucked into Waveland woods this home is beautifully preserved and largely untouched, this home showcases original kitchen cabinetry, trim, doors, and windows in remarkable condition. Situated on a rare double lot, the property offers endless possibilities for gardening, urban farming, expansion, or recreation. A mature rain garden adds character and function, while many of the home's major systems still have plenty of life remaining. Authentic Mid-Century homes like this don't come along often. Contact your buyer's agent today as this home is priced for the buyer in mind.
Single-familyProperty Type
1942Year Built
0.48 acresLot Size
$207Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Eric Quiner• Realty ONE Group Impact
Contact: (515) 710-5468
Bought with Sandra Gustafson• Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Est. $1,499 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1055 57th St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
DMMLS #743797
Jul 20, 2026
Sold
$265,000
$207/sq ft
Jun 29, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 25, 2026
Listed
$265,000
$207/sq ft
DMMLS #562410
Jul 20, 2018
Sold
$179,900
$141/sq ft
Jun 15, 2018
Pending
—
Jun 1, 2018
Listed
$179,900
$141/sq ft
+10
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,388 (+2.1%)
$49,600 + $205,600
$255,200
2024
$4,296 (+1.0%)
$43,800 + $185,000
$228,800
2023
$4,252 (+0.8%)
$43,800 + $185,000
$228,800
2022
$4,218 (+0.7%)
$37,700 + $151,600
$189,300
2021
$4,188 (−3.6%)
$37,700 + $151,600
$189,300
2020
$4,344 (+9.8%)
$37,700 + $151,600
$189,300
2019
$3,956 (+1.2%)
$34,900 + $141,500
$176,400
2018
$3,910 (+11.8%)
$34,900 + $141,500
$176,400
2017
$3,496 (+7.7%)
$30,900 + $128,100
$159,000
2016
$3,246 (+7.9%)
$27,000 + $114,000
$141,000
2013
$3,008
$25,200 + $109,000
$134,200
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
150 ft.
Lot size
7,500 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1957
Sq. Ft.
1,280
Year built
1942
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
09003262000000
Parking Spaces
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Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
N3B
Neighborhood District
N3b is intended to preserve the scale and character of residential neighborhoods developed predominantly during the 1950s through 1970s typically in the ranch, split-level, or cottage style pursuant to House B building type in section 135-2.14 of this code and House C in section 135- 2.15 of this code.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Oct 22, 2010 • Final
Tidemark import - bld
Remodel
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.