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
606 Winchester Ottumwa, IA Step into comfort and convenience with this nicely updated 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home, perfe...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,616 sq.ft.	$195,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 8.79% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2247 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 8.79%
124 W Alta Vis Ottumwa, IA Welcome home to this charming 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath Tudor filled with character and timeless...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,060 sq.ft.	$238,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 9.72% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2897 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 9.72%
53 Woodshire Dr Ottumwa, IA Once in a life time executive home sitting on over 9 acres in town on the north side of Ot...	5 beds \| 4 baths \| 3,281 sq.ft.	$434,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 6.02% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $3849 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 6.02%
121 Vogel Ave Ottumwa, IA Beautiful 4 Bedroom, 3 bath house in Ottumwa's Historic Vogel Neighborhood. 2 car detached...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,169 sq.ft.	$229,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 6.53% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2170 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 6.53%
416 Elmdale Ave Ottumwa, IA IN-TOWN ACREAGE First time on the market, here is the property you've been waiting for: ...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,539 sq.ft.	$257,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 7.56% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2545 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 7.56%
742 Pocahontas Ln Ottumwa, IA This home at the end of a quiet lane is nearly maintenance free with metal siding plus a 2...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,162 sq.ft.	$160,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 8.6% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1776 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 8.6%
324 Elmdale Ave Ottumwa, IA Recently updated ranch home located on Ottumwa's desirable north side in the Elmdale area,...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,232 sq.ft.	$155,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.86% Traditional cash on cash: 9.71% Airbnb Rental Income: $1081 Traditional Rental Income: $1874 Airbnb ROI: 1.86% Traditional ROI: 9.71%
1903 Asbury Avenue Ottumwa, IA You will want to see this very nice home in a nice neighborhood! Nice floors and an open f...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 864 sq.ft.	$165,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 8.98% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1908 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 8.98%
209 W Golf Ave Ottumwa, IA Charming 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home in a great North side location. Kitchen is open to lar...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,688 sq.ft.	$225,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 4.21% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1585 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 4.21%
37 Woodshire Drive Ottumwa, IA Don't miss this opportunity! This move-in ready 4-bedroom, 3 bath home has everything you'...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 3,196 sq.ft.	$205,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 11.51% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2926 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 11.51%
1203 Richmond Avenue Ottumwa, IA Are you searching for an affordable, low-maintenance home? Look no further! This move-in r...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 988 sq.ft.	$139,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.86% Traditional cash on cash: 8.61% Airbnb Rental Income: $1081 Traditional Rental Income: $1483 Airbnb ROI: 2.86% Traditional ROI: 8.61%
1301 Steller Ave Ottumwa, IA 1 Level Living!! Check out this spacious 2 bedroom home with 2 baths and washer/dryer on t...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,266 sq.ft.	$159,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.29% Traditional cash on cash: 6.79% Airbnb Rental Income: $1081 Traditional Rental Income: $1547 Airbnb ROI: 1.29% Traditional ROI: 6.79%
817 Filmore St Ottumwa, IA Tucked away on a quiet street on Ottumwa's north side, this well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1-b...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 672 sq.ft.	$124,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.87% Traditional cash on cash: 8% Airbnb Rental Income: $1081 Traditional Rental Income: $1328 Airbnb ROI: 2.87% Traditional ROI: 8%
13 Friendly Lane Ottumwa, IA Don't miss this move-in-ready, 2-bedroom, 2-car attached garage home. Enjoy early mornings...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,220 sq.ft.	$134,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.52% Traditional cash on cash: 8.3% Airbnb Rental Income: $1081 Traditional Rental Income: $1460 Airbnb ROI: 2.52% Traditional ROI: 8.3%
323 E Manning Ave Ottumwa, IA Completely updated and move-in ready! This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home near the country club an...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 912 sq.ft.	$235,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 4.92% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1652 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 4.92%
1530 Swanson Ave Ottumwa, IA Take a look at this charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath home featuring a spacious living room perfe...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,120 sq.ft.	$140,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 10.2% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1779 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 10.2%
122 N Johnson Ave Ottumwa, IA Comfortable Living with Character & Modern Updates Welcome home to this charming 3-bedroom...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,092 sq.ft.	$145,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 10.99% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1947 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 10.99%
147 N Ward St Ottumwa, IA Move-in-ready 3-Plex. Units remodeled and new electric and plumbing in the building. Ideal...	N/A beds \| N/A baths \| 1,482 sq.ft.	$130,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 5.74% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1010 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 5.74%
2 Birchwood Heights Dr. Dr Ottumwa, IA Extraordinary home, previously featured with an 8 page article in The Iowan Magazine....an...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 6,074 sq.ft.	$360,000	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%
126 Shaul Avenue Ottumwa, IA Here is your chance to own an affordable 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home in a great Southside l...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,152 sq.ft.	$162,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 8.62% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1890 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 8.62%
309 Bryan Rd Ottumwa, IA NEW LISTING!!! MOVE right in to this very well maintained property on the North side of Ot...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,404 sq.ft.	$163,500	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 7.11% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1622 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 7.11%
1025 S James Street Ottumwa, IA Welcome to 1025 S. James Street in Ottumwa! This well-maintained 3-bedroom, 1-bath home of...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 960 sq.ft.	$165,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 4.89% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1046 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 4.89%
1401 Chester Avenue Ottumwa, IA Welcome home to this well-maintained 3-bedroom property located on the south side of Ottum...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,316 sq.ft.	$194,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 2.88% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1014 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 2.88%
2310 E Main St Ottumwa, IA Ring.... ring... Its not a spam call. That's right-we're calling all investors. This up/do...	N/A beds \| N/A baths \| 1,967 sq.ft.	$75,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 10.06% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1035 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 10.06%
322 S Davis St 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: 3.31% Traditional cash on cash: 10.06% Airbnb Rental Income: $1081 Traditional Rental Income: $1556 Airbnb ROI: 3.31% Traditional ROI: 10.06%
1152 Lake Rd Ottumwa, IA Enjoy the perfect blend of comfort, space, and privacy with this exceptional ranch home si...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,970 sq.ft.	$450,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 3.27% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2545 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 3.27%
406 Crestview Ave Ottumwa, IA Cozy, inviting, and exceptionally well-maintained, this move-in ready home is packed with ...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 780 sq.ft.	$199,800	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.01% Traditional cash on cash: 2.28% Airbnb Rental Income: $1081 Traditional Rental Income: $971 Airbnb ROI: 1.01% Traditional ROI: 2.28%
541 Lillian St Ottumwa, IA Lovely, updated Southside home that's completely move-in ready. Enjoy easy main-level livi...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 960 sq.ft.	$139,500	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.08% Traditional cash on cash: 5.52% Airbnb Rental Income: $1081 Traditional Rental Income: $1173 Airbnb ROI: 2.08% Traditional ROI: 5.52%
2 Birchwood Hill Drive Ottumwa, IA Great neighborhood for this updated ranch. Large yard with a generous portion fenced for t...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,864 sq.ft.	$289,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 7.19% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2892 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 7.19%
535 Osceola St Ottumwa, IA Welcome to this charming and thoughtfully updated 3-bedroom home perfectly situated in one...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,008 sq.ft.	$132,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 11.1% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1816 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 11.1%
62 Schwartz Dr. Ottumwa, IA Prime resale district with Bell park in the back yard! Ideal outdoor recreational area wit...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,704 sq.ft.	$287,500	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 6.57% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2725 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 6.57%
9 Kingsley Drive Ottumwa, IA Welcome to this well-maintained ranch home in Ottumwa's desirable Kingsley neighborhood on...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,092 sq.ft.	$165,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 8.43% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1855 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 8.43%
726 Ellis Ave Ottumwa, IA Step into this beautifully updated two-bedroom home located in a desirable south-side neig...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 792 sq.ft.	$125,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.44% Traditional cash on cash: 9.93% Airbnb Rental Income: $1081 Traditional Rental Income: $1493 Airbnb ROI: 3.44% Traditional ROI: 9.93%

Real Estate investment in Ottumwa, IA

There are 99 properties for sale in the city of Ottumwa . The median list price in Ottumwa is $134,420 and the average price per square foot is $90. In July 2026, the average monthly cash on cash return in Ottumwa is 10.00%. The average monthly rental income in Ottumwa is $1,719.

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

There are 99 investment properties available for sale in Ottumwa.

In 2026, 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 $1,081.

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Investment Property for Sale in Ottumwa, IA

606 Winchester

Ottumwa, IA

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,616 sq.ft.

$195,000

Airbnb cash on cash: N/A

Traditional cash on cash: 8.79%

Airbnb Rental Income: $null

Traditional Rental Income: $2247

Airbnb ROI: N/A

Traditional ROI: 8.79%

124 W Alta Vis

Ottumwa, IA

3 beds | 2 baths | 2,060 sq.ft.

$238,000

Airbnb cash on cash: N/A

Traditional cash on cash: 9.72%

Airbnb Rental Income: $null

Traditional Rental Income: $2897

Airbnb ROI: N/A

Traditional ROI: 9.72%

53 Woodshire Dr

Ottumwa, IA

5 beds | 4 baths | 3,281 sq.ft.

$434,000

Airbnb cash on cash: N/A

Traditional cash on cash: 6.02%

Airbnb Rental Income: $null

Traditional Rental Income: $3849

Airbnb ROI: N/A

Traditional ROI: 6.02%

121 Vogel Ave

Ottumwa, IA

4 beds | 2 baths | 2,169 sq.ft.

$229,000

Airbnb cash on cash: N/A

Traditional cash on cash: 6.53%

Airbnb Rental Income: $null

Traditional Rental Income: $2170

Airbnb ROI: N/A

Traditional ROI: 6.53%

416 Elmdale Ave

Ottumwa, IA

3 beds | 3 baths | 1,539 sq.ft.

$257,000

Airbnb cash on cash: N/A

Traditional cash on cash: 7.56%

Airbnb Rental Income: $null

Traditional Rental Income: $2545

Airbnb ROI: N/A

Traditional ROI: 7.56%

742 Pocahontas Ln

Ottumwa, IA

3 beds | 1 baths | 1,162 sq.ft.

$160,000

Airbnb cash on cash: N/A

Traditional cash on cash: 8.6%

Airbnb Rental Income: $null

Traditional Rental Income: $1776

Airbnb ROI: N/A

Traditional ROI: 8.6%

324 Elmdale Ave

Ottumwa, IA

2 beds | 2 baths | 1,232 sq.ft.

$155,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 1.86%

Traditional cash on cash: 9.71%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1081

Traditional Rental Income: $1874

Airbnb ROI: 1.86%

Traditional ROI: 9.71%

1903 Asbury Avenue

Ottumwa, IA

4 beds | 2 baths | 864 sq.ft.

$165,000

Airbnb cash on cash: N/A

Traditional cash on cash: 8.98%

Airbnb Rental Income: $null

Traditional Rental Income: $1908

Airbnb ROI: N/A