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    1401 Chester Ave, Ottumwa, IA 52501

    3beds
    1,316sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1936
    5,227 Square Feet Lot
    $185,100 Zestimate®
    $141/sqft
    $1,350 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $185,100

    Estimated sales range

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    What's special

    Welcome home to this well-maintained 3-bedroom property located on the south side of Ottumwa. This move-in ready home features a brand new kitchen and bathroom, along with new kitchen appliances that stay with the home for added convenience. Situated on a spacious corner lot, the property offers a large fenced-in yard perfect for entertaining, pets, or outdoor activities. Enjoy evenings around the open fire pit area and take advantage of the two-car detached garage for additional storage and parking. Conveniently located within easy walking or driving distance to several local elementary and junior high schools, as well as many grocery stores, shopping, and everyday amenities. This home combines comfort, updates, and location all in one!

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    Listed by:

    Jana Brumbaugh 641-455-0000,

    HomeGate Real Estate

    Bought with:

    Derek Gates, ***

    Ottumwa Realty

    Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6339055MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 1/4 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Features
    • Basement: Full,Unfinished,Storage Space
    • Number of fireplaces: 2
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,316 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Concrete
    • Garage spaces: 2
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Lot
    • Size: 5,227 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 41 x 127
    Details
    • Parcel number: 007416170060000

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: See Remarks
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Vinyl Siding
    Condition
    • Year built: 1936

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: BLAKE PARK HEIGHTS
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Ottumwa

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $141/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $108,930
    • Annual tax amount: $2,156
    • Date on market: 6/4/2026
    • Cumulative days on market: 4 days

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    7/27/2026Sold$185,000-5.1%$141/sqft
    Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6339055 Report a problem
    6/27/2026Pending sale$194,900$148/sqft
    Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6339055 Report a problem
    6/4/2026Listed for sale$194,900+37.3%$148/sqft
    Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6339055 Report a problem
    10/6/2023Sold$142,000-3.7%$108/sqft
    Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6306960 Report a problem
    10/6/2023Pending sale$147,500$112/sqft
    Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6306960 Report a problem
    9/7/2023Contingent$147,500$112/sqft
    Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6306960 Report a problem
    8/16/2023Price change$147,500-3.3%$112/sqft
    Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6306960 Report a problem
    7/29/2023Listed for sale$152,500$116/sqft
    Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6306960 Report a problem
    7/26/2023Contingent$152,500$116/sqft
    Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6306960 Report a problem
    6/26/2023Listed for sale$152,500$116/sqft
    Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6306960 Report a problem
    5/26/2023Contingent$152,500$116/sqft
    Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6306960 Report a problem
    5/23/2023Listed for sale$152,500$116/sqft
    Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6306960 Report a problem
    4/17/2023Contingent$152,500$116/sqft
    Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6306960 Report a problem
    4/12/2023Listed for sale$152,500+199%$116/sqft
    Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6306960 Report a problem
    7/24/2013Sold$51,000+1.8%$39/sqft
    Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #5386210 Report a problem
    5/24/2013Price change$50,100-10.7%$38/sqft
    Source: Homepath #29514 Report a problem
    4/23/2013Listed for sale$56,100$43/sqft
    Source: Homepath #29514 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$2,156 +30.4%$108,930 +9.5%
    2024$1,654 +5.6%$99,440
    2023$1,566 +0.3%$99,440 +27.7%
    2022$1,562 +15.5%$77,840 -0.5%
    2021$1,352 -0.6%$78,230 +20.2%
    2020$1,360 -2.9%$65,070
    2019$1,400 +1%$65,070
    2018$1,386 +2.5%$65,070
    2017$1,352 +18.2%$65,070 +12.5%
    2016$1,144 -0.2%$57,827
    2015$1,146 $57,827 -43.5%
    2014$1,146 -47.8%$102,378
    2013$2,194 +1.5%--
    2012$2,162 +2.5%--
    2011$2,110 +2.1%--
    2010$2,066 +9%--
    2009$1,896 +3.5%--
    2008$1,832 +10.2%--
    2007$1,662 +10.9%--
    2005$1,498 --
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    Neighborhood: 52501

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