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  • $281,200

    1566 N Van Buren Ave, Ottumwa, IA 52501

    3beds
    2,997sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1940
    1.31 Acres Lot
    $281,200 Zestimate®
    $94/sqft
    $2,390 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $281,200

    $250,000 - $315,000

    $2,390/mo

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    What's special

    BEST VALUE IN WAPELLO COUNTY!! True luxury living on 1.3 acres for ONLY $80/sf!!! Imagine coming home to your country oasis in the prime location of the city, where social distancing, working from home, and stay-cationing would be a pleasure! The midcentury modern interior of this progressive 1940s home has an open floor plan which is more popular today than when it was built. The expansive picture windows in the living room look out to a HUGE picturesque and PRIVATE lawn with two patios and a firepit - perfect for outdoor entertaining. The main floor boasts an updated eat-in kitchen, living room/dining room, family room with bar, guest bath, laundry, and a master bedroom suite with his and her bathrooms - each with walk in closets and heated floors. Custom-constructed cupboards, cabinets, drawers, and pocket doors abound throughout! All bedrooms are oversized and feature original, beautifully restored oak hardwood floors and walk-in closets. All baths have been fully updated. The 3-car carport is situated providing weather protection and snowfree parking and there is a large enclosed storage area amply sized for storage of sports car. There is an additional storage shed for a riding lawn mower and garden equipment. The large basement contains a fitness area, a workbench, a crafting area and tons more storage. This is a beautiful classic home that is particularly attractive to outdoor enthusiasts and those who value quality construction and timeless design. Will consider selling all furnishings and looking to sell before leaving for the winter so property can be available immediately. See for yourself...CALL 641-226-0526 Before Oct 10 to schedule your private showing! ***PLEASE NOTE***Zillow Zestimate on this site does not include value of additional parcel which is part of this property.

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Rooms
    • Room types: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Extra Room 1, Extra Room 2, Extra Room 3, Extra Room 4, Extra Room 5, Extra Room 6, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room
    Heating
    • Baseboard, Radiant, Gas
    Cooling
    • Central
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Garbage disposal, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
    Features
    • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
    • Windows: Drapes
    • Basement: Partially finished
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    • Fireplace features: masonry
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 2,997 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 4
    • Parking features: Carport, Garage - Detached
    Features
    • Exterior features: Other, Brick
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Park
    Lot
    • Size: 1.31 Acres
    Details
    • Parcel number: 007410520017000

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    Materials
    • Frame
    • Foundation: Concrete
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • Year built: 1940

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: City Sewer/Connected

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Ottumwa

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $94/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $303,510
    • Annual tax amount: $52

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    2/14/2021Listing removed--
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    11/16/2020Pending sale$240,000$80/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    9/15/2020Price change$240,000-2%$80/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    7/10/2020Price change$245,000-1.6%$82/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    6/12/2020Price change$249,000-4.2%$83/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    2/10/2020Listed for sale$259,9000%$87/sqft
    Source: Remax Pride Inc. #5474617 Report a problem
    11/6/2019Listing removed$260,000$87/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    9/6/2019Price change$260,000-1.5%$87/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    8/3/2019Price change$264,000-1.9%$88/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    5/14/2019Listed for sale$269,000+54.6%$90/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    7/9/2004Sold$174,000$58/sqft
    Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$52 -99%$303,510 +8.8%
    2024$5,348 +7.9%$278,890
    2023$4,958 -7.2%$278,890 +26.9%
    2022$5,342 +11.2%$219,810 -2.4%
    2021$4,806 -1%$225,140 +13.9%
    2020$4,856 -2.2%$197,640
    2019$4,966 +1%$197,640
    2018$4,916 +2.1%$197,640
    2017$4,814 -9.2%$197,640 -10.5%
    2016$5,302 -0.2%$220,820
    2015$5,310 $220,820
    2014$5,310 +6.6%$220,820
    2013$4,982 +2.5%--
    2012$4,860 +3.2%--
    2011$4,710 +1.9%--
    2010$4,620 +7.9%--
    2009$4,282 +3.4%--
    2008$4,140 +4.2%--
    2007$3,972 +4.5%--
    2005$3,802 --
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    Neighborhood: 52501

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