147 N Ward St, Ottumwa, IA, 52501
About This Home
Move-in-ready 3-Plex. Units remodeled and new electric and plumbing in the building. Ideal for investors looking for steady income. Separate electric meters allowing each tenant to pay their own electric bill. Each unit has 1 bedroom and 1 bath with living room and kitchen. Located near downtown and shopping, this property offers a healthy rental income stream. Make an appointment to see this doon!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Materials
- Construction materials: Vinyl Siding,Wood Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subType: Triplex
Interior
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Unfinished
Heating
- Heating features: Forced Air
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 1,482 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 7417190082000
Lot
- Lot size: 4,356 sqft
- Lot size dimensions: 33 x 132
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
- Heat Wave
- Lightning
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Iowa Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $657 | $7,884 |
| Home Insurance * | $165 | $1,980 |
| Property Taxes | $177 | $2,124 |
| Electricity | $121 | $1,452 |
| Total | $1,120 | $13,440 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Iowa FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
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Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-06 | Price change | $130,000 |
| 2026-02-11 | Listed for sale | $140,000 |
| 2023-10-27 | Sold | $50,000 |
| 2023-09-19 | Pending sale | $61,000 |
| 2023-08-05 | Price change | $61,000 |
| 2023-05-23 | Listed for sale | $65,000 |
| 2022-11-12 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2022-05-16 | Listed for sale | $65,000 |
| 2009-12-28 | Sold | $31,500 |
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