Sold

$170,000

160 E Alta Vista Ave, Ottumwa, IA 52501

3beds

2,342sqft

Single Family Residence

Built in 1941

6,534 Square Feet Lot

$172,100 Zestimate^®

$73/sqft

$2,209 Estimated rent

Home value

$172,100

Estimated sales range

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What's special

Welcome to 160 Alta Vista Avenue - A warm and elegant brick home nestled in one of Ottumwa's most sought after neighborhoods. This beautifully maintained property offers a perfect blend of classic character and modern comfort, ideal for families, first time buyers or anyone looking to enjoy peaceful living with convenient access to local amenities. Upstairs, enjoy our own private balcony - a serene spot to unwind with morning coffee or an evening breeze. The home combines classic charm with modern comfort, making it a rare find in today's market. Recent updates include new carpet throughout, new siding and a front patio. Don't miss this opportunity to own a home with heart and style in a wonderful community.

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 4
Full bathrooms: 2
1/2 bathrooms: 2

Heating

Forced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Features

Basement: Partially Finished
Number of fireplaces: 2

Interior area

Total interior livable area: 2,342 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 1
Parking features: Carport
Garage spaces: 1
Has carport: Yes

Accessibility

Accessibility features: None

Features

Levels: One and One Half

Lot

Size: 6,534 Square Feet
Dimensions: 50 x 133

Details

Parcel number: 007411480011000

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Vinyl Siding

Condition

Year built: 1941

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: VOGEL PLACE ADD

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Ottumwa

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $73/sqft
Tax assessed value: $237,700
Annual tax amount: $4,531
Date on market: 4/29/2025
Cumulative days on market: 335 days

Price history

Date	Event	Price
5/4/2026	Sold	$170,000-7.9%$73/sqft
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6326969 Report a problem
3/31/2026	Pending sale	$184,500$79/sqft
Source: DMMLS #716456 Report a problem
9/22/2025	Price change	$184,500-5.1%$79/sqft
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6326969 Report a problem
7/22/2025	Price change	$194,500-2.8%$83/sqft
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6326969 Report a problem
6/11/2025	Price change	$200,000-4.3%$85/sqft
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6326969 Report a problem
5/14/2025	Price change	$209,000-2.8%$89/sqft
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6326969 Report a problem
4/24/2025	Listed for sale	$215,000+59.9%$92/sqft
Source: DMMLS #716456 Report a problem
7/17/2020	Sold	$134,500-3.2%$57/sqft
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #5609034 Report a problem
6/22/2020	Pending sale	$139,000$59/sqft
Source: Team Real Estate #5609034 Report a problem
6/16/2020	Listed for sale	$139,000+6.9%$59/sqft
Source: Team Real Estate #5609034 Report a problem
6/6/2017	Sold	$130,000-2.2%$56/sqft
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #5393510 Report a problem
4/28/2017	Pending sale	$132,900$57/sqft
Source: Coldwell Banker Prestige Midwest, Realtors #20165136 Report a problem
4/5/2017	Price change	$132,900-1.5%$57/sqft
Source: Coldwell Banker Prestige Midwest, Realtors #20165136 Report a problem
11/8/2016	Price change	$134,900-3.6%$58/sqft
Source: First Choice Realtors Inc #20163196 Report a problem
9/30/2016	Price change	$139,900-6.7%$60/sqft
Source: First Choice Realtors Inc #20163196 Report a problem
4/18/2016	Price change	$149,900-6%$64/sqft
Source: RE/MAX PRIDE INC #20160462 Report a problem
10/29/2015	Listed for sale	$159,500$68/sqft
Source: Visual Tour #19124 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$4,772 +5.3%	$237,700 +8%
2024	$4,532 +9.6%	$220,080
2023	$4,136 +6.6%	$220,080 +27.1%
2022	$3,880 +5.6%	$173,090 -1.1%
2021	$3,674 -1%	$174,940 +14.3%
2020	$3,710 -2.3%	$153,110
2019	$3,796 -4.6%	$153,110
2018	$3,980 +8.2%	$153,110
2017	$3,680 +7.9%	$153,110 +5.5%
2016	$3,410 -0.2%	$145,165
2015	$3,416	$145,165
2014	$3,416 +6.8%	$145,165
2013	$3,200 +2%	--
2012	$3,136 +2.8%	--
2011	$3,050 +2.1%	--
2010	$2,988 +8.3%	--
2009	$2,758 +3.5%	--
2008	$2,666 +4.5%	--
2007	$2,552 +2.1%	--
2005	$2,500	--