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$275,000$200 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $240,000 on Aug 4, 2022

1655 NW 78TH ST

CLIVE, IA 50325
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,372 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.27 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1957
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$275K
$251K low$299K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$240,000 · Aug 4, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,634 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$269,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$49,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$220,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$238,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$269,900

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyPOLK
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1970
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.27
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 224 ft²Patio · 120 ft²

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Clive Learning AcademyC-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.4 mi
M
Indian Hills Junior HighB-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.2 mi
H
Valley High SchoolC-
High · Grades 10–12 · 2.0 mi

District: West Des Moines Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50325These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.63
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.12

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.38%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.21,558
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,832 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$133,374
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$151,741
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.34 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

1655 Nw 78th St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 93% of homes in Clive 50325
  • Costs more per square foot than 67% of homes in Clive 50325
  • Smaller than 86% of homes in Clive 50325
  • Has a bigger lot than 67% of homes in Polk County
  • Among the oldest homes in Clive 50325

What homes are worth in Clive 50325

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$154K$1M

This home is worth more than 7% of homes in Clive 50325.

How it measures up in Clive 50325

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Clive 50325.

Estimated value$275,000
CheaperTypical $424,002Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$200
CheaperTypical $181Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Living area1,372 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,350 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Lot size0.27 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Year built1957
OlderTypical 1996Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 1655 Nw 78th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeClive 50325Polk County
Estimated valuepricier than$275,0007% of homes49% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20067% of homes56% of homes
Living areabigger than1,372 ft²14% of homes44% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.27 ac53% of homes67% of homes
Year builtnewer than1957almost no homes30% of homes

About 1655 Nw 78th St

How much is 1655 Nw 78th St, Clive, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1655 Nw 78th St, Clive, IA is $275,000 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $250,729 to $299,271. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1655 Nw 78th St, Clive, IA last sell?

1655 Nw 78th St, Clive, IA last sold on Aug 4, 2022 for $240,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1655 Nw 78th St, Clive, IA?

1655 Nw 78th St, Clive, IA has 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,372 square feet of living space and a 0.27-acre lot.

When was 1655 Nw 78th St, Clive, IA built?

1655 Nw 78th St, Clive, IA was built in 1957, making it 69 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1655 Nw 78th St, Clive, IA?

1655 Nw 78th St, Clive, IA is assigned to Clive Learning Academy (elementary), rated C-; Indian Hills Junior High (middle), rated B-; Valley High School (high), rated C-. All sit in West Des Moines Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1655 Nw 78th St, Clive, IA compare to other homes in Clive 50325?

Among the 6,856 homes in Clive 50325, it is worth more than 7% of them ($275,000 against a typical $424,002), its price per square foot is higher than 67% of them ($200 against a typical $181), it is bigger than 14% of them (1,372 ft² against a typical 2,350 ft²), its lot is bigger than 53% of them (0.27 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1957 against a typical 1996). Measured against all of Polk County, it is worth more than 49% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1655 Nw 78th St, Clive, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1655 Nw 78th St, Clive, IA was $3,634. The county assessed it at $269,900.

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