Welcome to 1401 W Finley, a spacious 3-bedroom home situated on a large corner lot in a desired Southside neighborhoods. This property offers 1,571 square feet of livable space, a durable metal roof, and an oversized 2-car garage—perfect for extra storage, hobbies, or workshop needs. Enjoy the convenience of being within walking distance of Wildwood Park, and just minutes from grocery stores, retail, and dining. Another added bonus is the close proximity to Farney Elementary, Liberty Elementary, and Evans Middle School—making school drop-offs a breeze. Inside, the home is full of potential. Some finishing touches like paint and new floor coverings are still needed, but it’s priced accordingly—giving you the opportunity to make it your own and build equity. Don’t miss out on the potential this property has to offer. Schedule your showing today and bring your vision to life!
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$72,000
1401 W Finley Ave, Ottumwa, IA 52501
3beds
1,571sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
10,018 Square Feet Lot
$72,600 Zestimate®
$46/sqft
$1,125 Estimated rent
Home value
$72,600
Estimated sales range
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Corner lotDurable metal roof
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Listed by:
Derek Gates 641-777-2150,
Ottumwa Realty
Bought with:
Derek Gates, ***
Ottumwa Realty
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6330172
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Partial
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,571 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
Lot
- Size: 10,018 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 100 x 100
Details
- Parcel number: 007417540103000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Ottumwa
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $46/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $120,250
- Annual tax amount: $2,314
- Date on market: 7/26/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 181 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/7/2026 | Sold | $72,000-15.3%$46/sqft |
Source:  NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6330172 Report a problem | ||
| 1/23/2026 | Pending sale | $85,000$54/sqft |
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6330172 Report a problem | ||
| 1/7/2026 | Price change | $85,000-15%$54/sqft |
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6330172 Report a problem | ||
| 11/21/2025 | Price change | $100,000-9.1%$64/sqft |
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6330172 Report a problem | ||
| 10/11/2025 | Price change | $110,000-8.3%$70/sqft |
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6330172 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2025 | Price change | $120,000-7.7%$76/sqft |
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6330172 Report a problem | ||
| 7/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $130,000$83/sqft |
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6330172 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,216 +5.6% | $120,250 +7% |
| 2024 | $2,098 +8.4% | $112,400 |
| 2023 | $1,936 +1.4% | $112,400 +25.1% |
| 2022 | $1,910 +22.1% | $89,870 +0.5% |
| 2021 | $1,564 +8.9% | $89,420 +18.7% |
| 2020 | $1,436 -2.8% | $75,330 |
| 2019 | $1,478 +22.8% | $75,330 |
| 2018 | $1,204 +12.5% | $75,330 -4.7% |
| 2017 | $1,070 +29.9% | $79,030 +18% |
| 2016 | $824 -0.2% | $66,966 |
| 2015 | $826 | $66,966 |
| 2014 | $826 -23.2% | $66,966 |
| 2013 | $1,076 -20.6% | -- |
| 2012 | $1,356 +1.8% | -- |
| 2011 | $1,332 +2.3% | -- |
| 2010 | $1,302 +10% | -- |
| 2009 | $1,184 +3.7% | -- |
| 2008 | $1,142 +5.2% | -- |
| 2007 | $1,086 +11.3% | -- |
| 2005 | $976 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 52501
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAPickwick Early Childhood CenterGrades: PK-KDistance: 0.3 mi
- 3/10Evans Junior High SchoolGrades: 8-9Distance: 0.3 mi
- 5/10Ottumwa High SchoolGrades: 10-12Distance: 2 mi
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