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!
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
6,120 sq ftLot Size
$184Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Aaron O'Tool• RE/MAX Concepts
Listed by ROBERT ELLERMAN• RE/MAX Concepts
Bought with Kenzie Brandsgard• Iowa Realty Indianola
Est. $1,074 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1143 Rittenhouse St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
DMMLS #740904
Jun 24, 2026
Sold
$140,000
$184/sq ft
Jun 1, 2026
Pending
—
May 15, 2026
Listed
$137,500
$181/sq ft
CIBOR #70197
Jun 24, 2026
Sold
$140,000
$184/sq ft
Jun 1, 2026
Pending
—
May 14, 2026
Listed
$137,500
$181/sq ft
+22
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!
Public Records
Jul 27, 2022
Sold
$95,000
$125/sq ft
DMMLS #657114
Jul 26, 2022
Listed
$95,000
$125/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 20, 2015
Sold
$82,000
$108/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 2, 2007
Sold
$80,000
$105/sq ft
DMMLS #293061
Mar 30, 2007
Sold
$79,900
$105/sq ft
Oct 9, 2006
Listed
$79,900
$105/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,816 (+9.7%)
$25,500 + $119,000
$144,500
2025
$2,566 (+2.1%)
$25,500 + $119,000
$144,500
2024
$2,514 (+3.3%)
$22,200 + $105,600
$127,800
2023
$2,434 (+0.7%)
$22,200 + $105,600
$127,800
2022
$2,416 (+8.5%)
$18,200 + $85,100
$103,300
2021
$2,226 (−3.7%)
$18,200 + $85,100
$103,300
2020
$2,312 (+7.0%)
$18,200 + $85,100
$103,300
2019
$2,160 (+1.0%)
$15,700 + $73,500
$89,200
2018
$2,138 (+3.6%)
$15,700 + $73,500
$89,200
2017
$2,064 (+1.7%)
$14,000 + $66,400
$80,400
2016
$2,030 (+7.3%)
$13,200 + $63,090
$76,290
2013
$1,892
$13,300 + $66,300
$79,600
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
45 ft.
Lot depth
136 ft.
Lot size
6,120 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1960
Sq. Ft.
760
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
12004265000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 20, 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
Jul 28, 2023 • Final
Mechanical (residential) - other
HVAC
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.