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For sale by owner
  • Price cut: $10K (9/12)
    $29,900

    501 3rd St, Rippey, IA 50235

    4beds
    1,281sqft
    Residential
    Built in 1900
    8,712 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $23/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Built on a slab
    4-Bedroom Fixer-Upper / Investment Opportunity in Rippey Looking for your next renovation project or investment property? This 4-bedroom, 1-bath, 1.5-story home offers 1,281 sq. ft. of living space on an approximately 8,712 sq. ft. lot in the quiet community of Rippey, Iowa. The property was used as a long-term rental from August 2017 through July 2025 and is now vacant and ready for renovation. Interior demolition has already begun, with all carpeting removed, some flooring removed, and several interior walls partially or fully opened up. The home will require completion of demolition and a full interior remodel, including kitchen cabinetry, countertops and sink, bathroom fixtures, drywall, paint and flooring. Several major exterior and mechanical improvements have already been completed: * New roof – summer 2023 * New siding – summer 2023 * Water heater – 2020 * Furnace – 2018 * Septic pumped – 2023 The home is built on a slab with no basement or crawlspace. Water is provided by Xenia Rural Water District and natural gas by Black Hills Energy. INVESTOR POTENTIAL: HUD’s FY2026 Fair Market Rent for a 4-bedroom unit in Greene County is approximately $1,486 per month, making this property worth a look for investors seeking a value-add rental opportunity. Actual achievable rent, Housing Choice Voucher eligibility, payment standards, utility allowances and property inspection requirements should be independently verified by the buyer. Annual property taxes are approximately $1,182, helping keep ongoing ownership costs relatively low. The property is currently assessed at approximately $75,500 and offers substantial potential following renovation. Buyers should perform their own due diligence regarding after-repair value, renovation costs and potential rental income. Offered at $39,900. Cash sale preferred. Property is being sold AS-IS, WHERE-IS. Seller will make no repairs. Interior is currently under renovation and is not move-in ready. Serious inquiries only.
    39 days
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    Listed by:

    Property Owner (515) 783-5830

    This property is for sale by owner and Zillow, Inc. is displaying it at the owner's request. It is not subject to a listing agreement with Zillow, Inc. or its affiliates.

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Forced air, Gas
      Cooling
      • Other
      Features
      • 1st Flr Laundry, Carpeting, Smoke Detector
      • Flooring: Laminate
      • Basement: None
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 1,281 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Off-street, Garage
      Features
      • Exterior features: Vinyl
      Lot
      • Size: 8,712 Square Feet
      Details
      • Parcel number: 1611114004

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Residential
      Materials
      • Frame
      • Foundation: Concrete
      • Roof: Asphalt
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1900

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: City

      Community & HOA

      Location
      • Region: Rippey

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $23/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $75,500
      • Annual tax amount: $1,164
      • Date on market: 8/16/2026

        Estimated market value

        Not available

        Estimated sales range

        Not available

        $1,206/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        9/12/2026Price change$29,900-25.1%$23/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        8/16/2026Listed for sale$39,900-17.7%$31/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        8/4/2017Listing removed$48,500$38/sqft
        Source: Nevitt Real Estate #532501 Report a problem
        4/14/2017Price change$48,500-2.8%$38/sqft
        Source: Nevitt Real Estate #532501 Report a problem
        2/15/2017Listed for sale$49,900$39/sqft
        Source: Nevitt Real Estate #532501 Report a problem
        10/1/2016Listing removed$49,900$39/sqft
        Source: Nevitt Real Estate #514344 Report a problem
        5/17/2016Price change$49,900-9.1%$39/sqft
        Source: Nevitt Real Estate #514344 Report a problem
        4/1/2016Listed for sale$54,900+10%$43/sqft
        Source: Nevitt Real Estate #514344 Report a problem
        12/30/2015Listing removed$49,900$39/sqft
        Source: RE/MAX PROS ON MAIN #457491 Report a problem
        9/10/2015Price change$49,900-9.1%$39/sqft
        Source: Re/Max Pros on Main #457491 Report a problem
        9/2/2015Listed for sale$54,900$43/sqft
        Source: Re/Max Pros on Main #457491 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$1,164 -2.8%$75,500 +11.5%
        2024$1,198 +88.4%$67,700 -1.2%
        2023$636 +3.2%$68,500 +72.5%
        2022$616 +10.8%$39,700
        2021$556 +4.5%$39,700 +16.1%
        2020$532 +1.9%$34,200
        2019$522 +4%$34,200 +7.2%
        2018$502 $31,900 +8.5%
        2017$502 +26.8%$29,400
        2016$396 $29,400
        2015$396 $29,400
        2014$396 +8.2%$29,400
        2013$366 -22.1%--
        2012$470 -0.8%--
        2011$474 +9.7%--
        2010$432 +9.1%--
        2009$396 +2.9%--
        2008$385 --
        Find assessor info on the county website

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 50235

        Getting around

        7 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        28 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • District: Greene County

        Source: The MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.