1550 N Van Buren Avenue, Ottumwa, IA 52501

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1550 N Van Buren Avenue,Ottumwa, IA 52501
$485,000
  • 6 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 4,692 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by: melanie mapes
Office: century 21 signature
MLS#:748732
Source:IA_DMAAR

Price summary

  • Price:$485,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$103.37

About this home

With nearly 4,700 square feet above grade, 6 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and more than 1.3 acres, this classic two-story home offers an exceptional amount of space in a desirable north Ottumwa location. Beautiful curb appeal makes an immediate impression, enhanced by a complete exterior repaint, new shutters and garage doors, updated landscaping, a new sidewalk and stamped concrete front patio. The spacious main floor was made for gathering, with two fireplaces and a large living room extending into a sitting area with a wall of picture windows overlooking the wooded backyard. A dedicated dining room with adjoining den adds even more space, while the impressive kitchen features abundant cabinetry, granite countertops, a large island, two refrigerators, new double ovens, new dishwasher, a breakfast nook and access to the large deck. A main-floor bedroom offers flexibility for guests or an office, while upstairs, the bedrooms are HUGE! The expansive primary suite includes a private...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1940
  • Listing ID #:748732
  • Added:2 day(s) ago
  • Updated:September 07, 2026 at 04:01 PM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:6
  • Total bathrooms:3
  • Full bathrooms:1
  • Half bathrooms:1
  • Flooring:Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Dining Description:Dining Area, Separate Formal Dining Room
  • Kitchen Description:Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Basement:Yes
  • Basement Description:Finished, Partial, Walk Out Access
  • Living area:4,692 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Central Air
  • Heating:Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
  • Central air:Yes

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Asphalt, Shingle
  • Year built:1940
  • Building area:4,692 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:1.35 Acres
  • Architectural Style:Two Story
  • Construction Materials:Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features:Deck, Open, Patio
  • Levels:2 Story

Utilities

  • Water:Public
  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$485,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$103.37
  • Tax amount:$8,604

Features and amenities

  • Appliances:Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Laundry features:Upper Level
  • Amenities:Smoke Detectors, Storage, Wet Bar, Window Treatments

Parking

  • Parking description:Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
  • Garage:Yes
  • Garage spaces:2