THE nicest 3 bedroom house on the southside of Des Moines under $140,000! This charming home is move-in ready and looking for new owners. The interior features a nice living room, 3 bedrooms and 1 partial bathroom with a brand new shower. Step outside to enjoy the fully fenced in backyard (brand new fence) perfect for relaxing evenings, pets, gardening, or summer gatherings. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, parks, and major commuter routes, this home combines neighborhood charm with easy access to everything Des Moines has to offer. Whether you're a first-time buyer, downsizing, or looking for your next investment opportunity, 1143 Rittenhouse is a property you won't want to miss. Schedule your private showing today!
Pending
$137,500
1143 Rittenhouse St, Des Moines, IA 50315
3beds
760sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
6,098 Square Feet Lot
$134,800 Zestimate®
$181/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 22 days |
- 223 |
- 5 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
O'Tool, Aaron 515-276-2872,
RE/MAX Concepts,
Rob Ellerman 816-304-4434,
RE/MAX Concepts
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 740904
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Dining Area
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 760
- Total interior livable area: 760 sqft
Property
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Storage
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 6,098 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 45 x 136
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 12004265000000
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $181/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $144,500
- Annual tax amount: $2,723
- Date on market: 5/15/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 28 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
$134,800
$128,000 - $142,000
$1,391/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/1/2026 | Pending sale | $137,500$181/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #740904 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $137,500+44.7%$181/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #740904 Report a problem | ||
| 7/26/2022 | Sold | $95,000+15.9%$125/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #657114 Report a problem | ||
| 1/20/2015 | Sold | $82,000+3.1%$108/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/2/2007 | Sold | $79,500+123.9%$105/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/22/1999 | Sold | $35,500$47/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,566 +2.1% | $144,500 +13.1% |
| 2024 | $2,514 +3.3% | $127,800 |
| 2023 | $2,434 +0.7% | $127,800 +23.7% |
| 2022 | $2,416 +8.5% | $103,300 |
| 2021 | $2,226 -3.7% | $103,300 +15.8% |
| 2020 | $2,312 +7% | $89,200 |
| 2019 | $2,160 +1% | $89,200 +10.9% |
| 2018 | $2,138 | $80,400 |
| 2017 | $2,138 +6.4% | $80,400 +3.2% |
| 2016 | $2,010 | $77,900 |
| 2015 | $2,010 +2.8% | $77,900 -2.1% |
| 2014 | $1,956 | $79,600 |
| 2013 | -- | $79,600 -0.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $79,700 |
| 2011 | -- | $79,700 -7.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $86,200 |
| 2009 | -- | $86,200 -10.6% |
| 2008 | -- | $96,400 |
| 2007 | -- | $96,400 +28.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $75,100 |
| 2005 | -- | $75,100 +26.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $59,290 +35.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $43,750 |
| 2001 | -- | $43,750 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 50315
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Morris Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 4/10McCombs Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 1/10Lincoln High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Des Moines Independent
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- 1143 Rittenhouse St
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