159 Vanness Ave, Ottumwa, IA 52501
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OFF MARKET

$115,000

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,336 sqft

159 Vanness Ave, Ottumwa, IA 52501

Est. Refi. Payment $829/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 31, 2021 for $68,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$115K
Since last month
Decreased$4K (-3.7%)
Since last year
Increased$12K (+11.2%)
Since last sale
Increased$47K (+69.1%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +50% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$115K
August 2026$115K
July 2026$119K
June 2026$116K
May 2026$113K
April 2026$113K
March 2026$111K
February 2026$110K
January 2026$109K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
182 Vogel Ave, Ottumwa, IA
0.06
Single-Family Home
$134,000
04/08/26
3
3
1,567
125 Vogel Ave, Ottumwa, IA
0.10
Single-Family Home
$175,000
04/24/26
3
2
1,687
201 Vogel Ave, Ottumwa, IA
0.10
Single-Family Home
$182,500
10/10/25
3
1.5
1,800
133 Vogel Ave, Ottumwa, IA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$180,000
04/24/26
3
1
1,248
260 Grandview Ave, Ottumwa, IA
0.47
Single-Family Home
$142,500
11/17/25
3
2
1,274
1323 N Wapello St, Ottumwa, IA
0.55
Single-Family Home
$75,000
10/10/25
3
2
1,132
205 Vogel Ave, Ottumwa, IA
0.11
Single-Family Home
$139,900
08/13/26
2
1
1,278
160 E Alta Vista Ave, Ottumwa, IA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$170,000
05/04/26
3
3
2,342
169 W Alta Vista Ave, Ottumwa, IA
0.37
Single-Family Home
$175,000
06/30/26
3
1.5
1,608
125 W Alta Vista Ave, Ottumwa, IA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$245,000
05/21/26
4
2
1,364

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
158 Vogel Ave, Ottumwa, IA 52501
0.03
$242,500
3
2.5
2,128
For Sale
153 Vanness Ave, Ottumwa, IA 52501
0.02
$135,200
2
1
892
Off Market
182 Vogel Ave, Ottumwa, IA 52501
0.06
$134,000
3
3
1,567
Recently Sold
175 Vogel Ave, Ottumwa, IA 52501
0.07
$185,400
3
2
1,800
Off Market
133 Vogel Ave, Ottumwa, IA 52501
0.08
$180,000
3
1
1,248
Recently Sold
160 E Alta Vista Ave, Ottumwa, IA 52501
0.09
$170,000
3
3
2,342
Recently Sold
125 Vogel Ave, Ottumwa, IA 52501
0.10
$175,000
3
2
1,687
Recently Sold
1812 N Jefferson St, Ottumwa, IA 52501
0.08
$165,400
3
1.5
1,480
Off Market
148 E Alta Vista Ave, Ottumwa, IA 52501
0.10
$148,900
3
1.5
1,925
Off Market
176 E Alta Vista Ave, Ottumwa, IA 52501
0.10
$174,900
4
2
1,962
For Sale
178 E Alta Vista Ave, Ottumwa, IA 52501
0.10
$178,000
3
1.5
1,737
For Sale
121 Vogel Ave, Ottumwa, IA 52501
0.10
$225,000
4
2.5
2,169
For Sale

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1919
1,336 sqft
$86/sqft
Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 159 Vanness Ave, Ottumwa, IA. 159 Vanness Ave is in Ottumwa, IA and in ZIP code 52501. This property has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 1,336 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 4791 sqft and was built in 1919.
159 Vanness Ave, Ottumwa, IA 52501 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,336 sqft single-family home built in 1919. It last sold for $68,000 on Aug 31, 2021. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $115,000, with a rent estimate of $1,353/month.

Home Details for 159 Vanness Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Family RoomCeiling Fan
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Carpet, Laminate
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDisposal

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: OtherExterior: OtherFoundation Type: ConcretePatioPorch
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1919
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4791 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 1, 2023
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6015462
ListingRemoved
Aug 31, 2021
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6015462
Sold
$68,000
Jul 19, 2021
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6015462
Pending
$69,500
Jul 16, 2021
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6015462
PendingToActive
$69,500
Jul 3, 2021
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6015462
Pending
$69,500

Market trends in Ottumwa

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$136K
$117MoM
Sale-to-List Price
95.9%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$112
$5MoM
Available listings
140
1MoM

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What Locals Say about Ottumwa

At least 47 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 92 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 85 % Say car is needed

  • 81 % Say parking is easy

  • 80 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 66 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 53 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 49 % Say kids play outside

  • 48 % Say it's quiet

  • 47 % Say there's wildlife

  • 40 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 39 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 38 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 32 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 29 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 25 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Babiprincess33
    "Side walks are crappy, when there are side walks. There are a couple of dog parks in the area. I heard pit bulls are illegal too "
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  • Sndy_trjo
    "I don’t know. I don’t have dogs. We have a park and a dog park. People are super friendly when they are with their dogs"
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  • Michaud.kristy
    "There is breed legislation and yet pit bulls are the most popular breed owned. It’s not safe here for certain breeds of dog. They are feared by the law"
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  • Wilson6292203
    "That is truly a nice community. Cost of living is low, just a big small town. Friendly, safe, caring, a good place to raise children "
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  • Brittany H.
    "Other dogs come and poop in your yard and roam free. It’s disgusting, and the dog park is really substandard."
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  • Ellie S.
    "Quirky people, not a lot to do at all. The bike trails don’t connect and that’s a big disappointment personally"
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  • Jeanna P
    "the commute to downtown is 5-7 minutes. we live near Elementary schools, family restaurants, grocery stores and gas stations. "
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  • Robinreinier01
    "I don’t really care for my neighborhood, we’ve had lawnmowers stolen from our yard, and I generally don’t feel as safe as I should."
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  • Bella V. R. E. L.
    "Nice Central Location on level ground, no hills :-) "
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  • cheryl_benson
    "You would not believe how private this place is! And the deck is two-level and perfect for entertaining. If you like a shady, private location that is still in-town, this is the place!"
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Frequently asked questions about 159 Vanness Ave

  • What is 159 Vanness Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 159 Vanness Ave in Ottumwa, IA is $115,000.
  • What is the price history for 159 Vanness Ave?
    159 Vanness Ave in Ottumwa, IA last sold for $68,000 in August 2021.
  • Is Ottumwa a buyer's or seller's market?
    Ottumwa is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Ottumwa?
    The median sale price in Ottumwa is $136K. That is up $117 from the prior month.
  • Does 159 Vanness Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 159 Vanness Ave in Ottumwa, IA has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 159 Vanness Ave?
    The lot at 159 Vanness Ave in Ottumwa, IA is about 0.11 acres (4,791 sq ft).

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