227 E 5th St, Ottumwa, IA 52501
OFF MARKET

$122,700

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 4,489 sqft (on 0.36 acres)

227 E 5th St, Ottumwa, IA 52501

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Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$123K
Since last month
Increased$200 (+0.2%)
Since last year
Increased$31K (+31.9%)
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 +11% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$127K
August 2026$130K
July 2026$127K
June 2026$122K
May 2026$121K
February 2026$89K
January 2026$128K
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
359 N Marion St, Ottumwa, IA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$208,000
11/14/25
3
2
2,027
750 N Green St, Ottumwa, IA
0.40
Single-Family Home
$119,350
01/27/26
4
2
2,316
1112 Jay St, Ottumwa, IA
0.58
Single-Family Home
$237,500
03/11/26
4
2
2,992
513 Camille St, Ottumwa, IA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$12,000
02/15/26
3
1.5
1,898
508 N Court St, Ottumwa, IA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$250,000
06/23/26
3
2.5
1,550
113 S Wapello St, Ottumwa, IA
0.49
Single-Family Home
$150,000
06/19/26
3
1.5
5,480
319 Lincoln Ave, Ottumwa, IA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$127,000
08/06/26
3
2
1,040
616 N Green St, Ottumwa, IA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$60,000
12/02/25
5
2
1,216
1 Terrace Ct, Ottumwa, IA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$150,000
10/10/25
3
1.5
1,375

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
410 N Green St, Ottumwa, IA 52501
0.06
$111,100
3
1
1,930
Off Market
311 N Jefferson St, Ottumwa, IA 52501
0.10
$94,100
2
1.5
1,050
Off Market
410 N Market St, Ottumwa, IA 52501
0.07
$110,500
Studio
-
-
Off Market
312 N Jefferson St, Ottumwa, IA 52501
0.13
-
4
4
1,836
Off Market
429 N Jefferson St, Ottumwa, IA 52501
0.14
$51,800
Studio
-
3,060
Off Market
108-114 E 6th St, Ottumwa, IA 52501
0.11
-
Studio
-
2,886
Off Market
446 N Green St, Ottumwa, IA 52501
0.13
$185,000
4
3
1,798
For Sale
428 N Jefferson St, Ottumwa, IA 52501
0.17
$140,200
7
7
3,170
Off Market
436 N Jefferson St, Ottumwa, IA 52501
0.18
$143,300
Studio
-
4,238
Off Market
309 Gara St, Ottumwa, IA 52501
0.16
$115,700
3
1
1,344
Off Market
333 N Court St, Ottumwa, IA 52501
0.16
$499,999
-
-
-
For Sale
513 Camille St, Ottumwa, IA 52501
0.20
$12,000
3
1.5
1,898
Recently Sold

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1900
0.36 acre lot
4,489 sqft
$27/sqft
Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 227 E 5th St, Ottumwa, IA. 227 E 5th St is in Ottumwa, IA and in ZIP code 52501. This property has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and approximately 4,489 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 0.36 acres and was built in 1900.
227 E 5th St, Ottumwa, IA 52501 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 4,489 sqft single-family home built in 1900. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $122,700, with a rent estimate of $1,941/month.

Home Details for 227 E 5th St

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Carpet, Hardwood
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 11
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: BrickFoundation Type: MasonryPatio
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1900
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.36 acres

Price and Tax history

YearProperty taxTax assessment
2025
$3,552
$198,710
Home facts updated by county records

Market trends in Ottumwa

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$138K
$1.83KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
96.4%
0.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
$114
$3MoM
Available listings
152
12MoM

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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 227 E 5th St

  • What is 227 E 5th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 227 E 5th St in Ottumwa, IA is $122,700.
  • 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 $138K. That is up $1.83K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about Ottumwa?
    Residents describe Ottumwa, IA as well-kept, easy to park in, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Ottumwa, IA.
  • How big is the lot at 227 E 5th St?
    The lot at 227 E 5th St in Ottumwa, IA is about 0.36 acres (15,642 sq ft).
  • Does 227 E 5th St have a garage?
    Yes, 227 E 5th St in Ottumwa, IA has a garage.

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