Real Estate Investment Properties for Sale in Ottumwa, IA

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Investment Property for Sale in Ottumwa, IA

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PROPERTY	DETAILS	SALE PRICE	INVESTMENT PERFORMANCE
1820 Gladstone Street Ottumwa, IA Tucked away on a quiet dead-end street, this charming two-bedroom home offers privacy, com...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 992 sq.ft.	$122,500	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.63% Traditional cash on cash: 4.98% Airbnb Rental Income: $925 Traditional Rental Income: $977 Airbnb ROI: 1.63% Traditional ROI: 4.98%
1939 Gladstone Street Ottumwa, IA Welcome home to this beautiful 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath ranch-style home nestled on a peaceful ...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,196 sq.ft.	$220,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 6.52% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2104 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 6.52%
821 E Highland Avenue Ottumwa, IA Beautiful 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home situated on just over 3/4 of an acre, offering the perf...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,735 sq.ft.	$264,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 8.4% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2789 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 8.4%
1322 Mowrey Avenue Ottumwa, IA Welcome to 1322 Mowery! This home has a lot to offer and is ready for its next owner. Insi...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 780 sq.ft.	$109,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.05% Traditional cash on cash: 11.64% Airbnb Rental Income: $925 Traditional Rental Income: $1595 Airbnb ROI: 2.05% Traditional ROI: 11.64%
3788 Little Soap Road Ottumwa, IA This home sits on 3 ACRES ON A PAVED ROAD & conveniently located close to Ottumwa & near B...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,844 sq.ft.	$279,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 7.64% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2598 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 7.64%
2 Birchwood Heights Dr. Ottumwa, IA Extraordinary home, previously featured with an 8 page article in The Iowan Magazine....an...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 6,074 sq.ft.	$389,500	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 6.13% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $3358 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 6.13%
45 Brookwood Court Ottumwa, IA This unique wooded property located in a private area on Ottumwa's northside may seem too ...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,440 sq.ft.	$359,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 2.73% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2088 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 2.73%
808 E Woodland Avenue Ottumwa, IA Updated 3 Bed 2 Full bathrooms close to Hospital and shopping. Living Room has new Floorin...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,436 sq.ft.	$159,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 3.05% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $897 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 3.05%
1975 Greenwood Drive Ottumwa, IA This well-maintained three-bedroom home offers over 1,600 square feet of comfortable one-l...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,632 sq.ft.	$210,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 6.38% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1910 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 6.38%
1621 N Elm Street Ottumwa, IA Exquisite mid-century home, just one block from the Ottumwa Golf and Country Club. Step in...	3 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,386 sq.ft.	$349,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 4.42% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2617 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 4.42%
3637 150Th Avenue Ottumwa, IA Scenic 4-Bedroom Ranch on 4.5 Acres with Attached 2-Car Garage Located in a highly desi...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,682 sq.ft.	$325,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 4.06% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1943 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 4.06%
1018 W Mary Street Ottumwa, IA Welcome to your dream home! This beautifully updated property offers 3 bedrooms and 3 bath...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,044 sq.ft.	$218,500	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 5.94% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1838 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 5.94%
322 S Davis Street Ottumwa, IA Nice well kept home waiting for you to make it your own. This 2 bedroom home on Ottumwa's ...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 816 sq.ft.	$130,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.3% Traditional cash on cash: 10.09% Airbnb Rental Income: $925 Traditional Rental Income: $1556 Airbnb ROI: 2.3% Traditional ROI: 10.09%
307 E Rochester Road Ottumwa, IA This stunning 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath modern home sits on a picturesque .41-acre lot in one of...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,132 sq.ft.	$239,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 4.41% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1582 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 4.41%
9450 150Th Avenue Ottumwa, IA Donât miss this one-of-a-kind property offering endless possibilities just outside the O...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,466 sq.ft.	$367,500	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 4.1% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2260 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 4.1%
1212 Hutchinson Avenue Ottumwa, IA This beautiful 5 bedroom 4 bathroom home has been totally remodeled inside and out. It ha...	5 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,120 sq.ft.	$295,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 10.74% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $3433 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 10.74%
535 Osceola Street Ottumwa, IA Welcome to this charming and thoughtfully updated 3-bedroom home perfectly situated in one...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,008 sq.ft.	$148,500	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 9.8% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1816 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 9.8%
5 Birchwood Heights Dr. Ottumwa, IA Premier Ottumwa residential location with wooded view and supportive neighborhood resale v...	3 beds \| 4 baths \| 4,938 sq.ft.	$359,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 5.69% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $3505 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 5.69%
627 Edwards Drive Ottumwa, IA Located on a quiet cul-de-sac in a highly desirable north Ottumwa neighborhood near Eisenh...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,376 sq.ft.	$239,500	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 7.53% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2414 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 7.53%
74 Schwartz Drive Ottumwa, IA THE PERFECT FAMILY HOME... Updated 4 bedroom, 2 bath home located on a corner lot, in a co...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,688 sq.ft.	$269,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 2.61% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1443 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 2.61%
703 Mckinley Avenue Ottumwa, IA Gorgeous Newly Renovated 3-Bedroom, 2-Bath Home! Step inside this beautifully updated home...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,404 sq.ft.	$219,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 6.18% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1859 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 6.18%
304 Pike Road Ottumwa, IA Welcome to your dream home nestled in a peaceful, established neighborhood! This spacious ...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,600 sq.ft.	$249,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 6.57% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2392 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 6.57%
513 Lynwood Circle Ottumwa, IA Located near several southside schools, this beautiful newly remodeled home has hit the ma...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,132 sq.ft.	$225,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 7.09% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2144 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 7.09%
101 W Alta Vista Avenue Ottumwa, IA Magnificent home, in one of Ottumwa's most sought after neighborhoods. Located directly ac...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,871 sq.ft.	$227,700	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 10.98% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $3283 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 10.98%
622 E Alta Vista Avenue Ottumwa, IA Welcome to your own peaceful retreat just minutes from the heart of Ottumwa. This updated ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,892 sq.ft.	$219,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 9.44% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2662 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 9.44%
1007 S James Street Ottumwa, IA Stylish & Fully Updated Home with XL Garage + Tons of Parking! This move-in-ready gem is ...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 900 sq.ft.	$130,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2% Traditional cash on cash: 8.79% Airbnb Rental Income: $925 Traditional Rental Income: $1431 Airbnb ROI: 2% Traditional ROI: 8.79%
231 E Main Street Ottumwa, IA Great downtown opportunity.	N/A beds \| N/A baths \| 5,280 sq.ft.	$375,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 1.59% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1551 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 1.59%
1112 N Van Buren Avenue Ottumwa, IA Investors take note. Low maintenience 4 plex with great rental opportunity. Located near ...	N/A beds \| N/A baths \| 3,740 sq.ft.	$750,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: -1.15% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1728 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: -1.15%
9 Kingsley Drive Ottumwa, IA This outstanding ranch is located in the beautiful Kingsley neighborhood on Ottumwa's sout...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,092 sq.ft.	$169,500	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 8.27% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1855 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 8.27%
814 E Finley Ottumwa, IA Investor alert! This move-in ready duplex with BRAND NEW AC unit is located just minutes f...	N/A beds \| N/A baths \| 1,440 sq.ft.	$149,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 7.01% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1352 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 7.01%
1529 Swanson Avenue Ottumwa, IA NEW PRICE!! Welcome home to this charming bungalow-style ranch in Ottumwa, IA! Nestled on ...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,270 sq.ft.	$119,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.98% Traditional cash on cash: 11.48% Airbnb Rental Income: $925 Traditional Rental Income: $1680 Airbnb ROI: 1.98% Traditional ROI: 11.48%
2633 Clearview Street Ottumwa, IA Nestled in the ever-popular Eisenhower Elementary School District, this charming three-bed...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,384 sq.ft.	$149,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 11.92% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2180 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 11.92%
2620 Marilyn Rd. Ottumwa, IA First time offered for sale in over 40 years! Prime resale location, move-in condition, s...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,012 sq.ft.	$205,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.31% Traditional cash on cash: 8.62% Airbnb Rental Income: $925 Traditional Rental Income: $2319 Airbnb ROI: -0.31% Traditional ROI: 8.62%
1119 N Court Ottumwa, IA Majestically perched on N. Court overlooking the neighborhood with conveniences readily as...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,350 sq.ft.	$199,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 11.31% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2769 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 11.31%
31 Weaver Drive Ottumwa, IA Check out this ranch built in 2006. Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac near the college and...	5 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,822 sq.ft.	$320,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 5.52% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2699 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 5.52%
420 S Ferry Street Ottumwa, IA Charming 4-Bedroom, 2-Bath Home with Extra Lot â Great Location This well-kept home offe...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 978 sq.ft.	$149,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 11.02% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2024 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 11.02%
409 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, IA Fantastic location near Indian Hills College. This 3 bedroom, 1 bath home has abundant cha...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,098 sq.ft.	$130,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 10.66% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1725 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 10.66%
4 Bear Creek Estates Drive Ottumwa, IA Stunning 5-Bedroom Home in Bear Creek Estates â Over 3,800 Sq Ft of Luxury Living! Welc...	5 beds \| 4 baths \| 3,884 sq.ft.	$469,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 5.62% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $3661 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 5.62%
4261 Highway 63 Ottumwa, IA Welcome to your own slice of the outdoors! This 54Â± acre property offers a mix of timber,...	1 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,032 sq.ft.	$499,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.01% Traditional cash on cash: 2.31% Airbnb Rental Income: $456 Traditional Rental Income: $1743 Airbnb ROI: -1.01% Traditional ROI: 2.31%
559 S Moore Street Ottumwa, IA Fantastic 2 bedroom, 1 bath home in a great south side location. Hardwood floors throughou...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 800 sq.ft.	$119,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.9% Traditional cash on cash: 9.27% Airbnb Rental Income: $925 Traditional Rental Income: $1428 Airbnb ROI: 1.9% Traditional ROI: 9.27%

Real Estate investment in Ottumwa, IA

There are 71 properties for sale in the city of Ottumwa . The median list price in Ottumwa is $149,900 and the average price per square foot is $93. In December 2025, the average monthly cash on cash return in Ottumwa is 11.00%. The average monthly rental income in Ottumwa is $1,912.

Ottumwa, IA Real Estate Investing: FAQs for Buyers, Sellers and Investors

There are 71 investment properties available for sale in Ottumwa.

In 2025, the best neighborhood to buy investment property is Ottumwa.

The ROI for Short-Term is higher than the Long-Term in Ottumwa with average rental income of $925.

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Investment Property for Sale in Ottumwa, IA

1820 Gladstone Street

Ottumwa, IA

2 beds | 1 baths | 992 sq.ft.

$122,500

Airbnb cash on cash: 1.63%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.98%

Airbnb Rental Income: $925

Traditional Rental Income: $977

Airbnb ROI: 1.63%

Traditional ROI: 4.98%

1939 Gladstone Street

Ottumwa, IA

3 beds | 3 baths | 1,196 sq.ft.

$220,000

Airbnb cash on cash: N/A

Traditional cash on cash: 6.52%

Airbnb Rental Income: $null

Traditional Rental Income: $2104

Airbnb ROI: N/A

Traditional ROI: 6.52%

821 E Highland Avenue

Ottumwa, IA

4 beds | 3 baths | 1,735 sq.ft.

$264,900

Airbnb cash on cash: N/A

Traditional cash on cash: 8.4%

Airbnb Rental Income: $null

Traditional Rental Income: $2789

Airbnb ROI: N/A

Traditional ROI: 8.4%

1322 Mowrey Avenue

Ottumwa, IA

2 beds | 1 baths | 780 sq.ft.

$109,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 2.05%

Traditional cash on cash: 11.64%

Airbnb Rental Income: $925

Traditional Rental Income: $1595

Airbnb ROI: 2.05%

Traditional ROI: 11.64%

3788 Little Soap Road

Ottumwa, IA

3 beds | 3 baths | 1,844 sq.ft.

$279,900

Airbnb cash on cash: N/A

Traditional cash on cash: 7.64%

Airbnb Rental Income: $null

Traditional Rental Income: $2598

Airbnb ROI: N/A

Traditional ROI: 7.64%

2 Birchwood Heights Dr.

Ottumwa, IA

4 beds | 3 baths | 6,074 sq.ft.

$389,500

Airbnb cash on cash: N/A

Traditional cash on cash: 6.13%

Airbnb Rental Income: $null

Traditional Rental Income: $3358

Airbnb ROI: N/A

Traditional ROI: 6.13%

45 Brookwood Court

Ottumwa, IA

4 beds | 3 baths | 2,440 sq.ft.

$359,000

Airbnb cash on cash: N/A

Traditional cash on cash: 2.73%

Airbnb Rental Income: $null

Traditional Rental Income: $2088

Airbnb ROI: N/A

Traditional ROI: 2.73%

808 E Woodland Avenue

Ottumwa, IA

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,436 sq.ft.

$159,900

Airbnb cash on cash: N/A

Traditional cash on cash: 3.05%

Airbnb Rental Income: $null

Traditional Rental Income: $897

Airbnb ROI: N/A