About This Home

This 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom single family at 505 Chester Avenue in Ottumwa, IA is listed for $157,900 ($77 per sqft). Built in 1914, the home offers 2,060 sqft of living space on a 0.15 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1914
  • 0.15 acre lot
  • 2 stories
  • Fireplace

Property Details

2 stories
1 full
1-car garage
1914

Amenities

FireplaceA/CRV Parking
Listing Description

Step into timeless charm and character in this cozy 3-bedroom, 3-bath home that has been lovingly cared for over the years. Beautiful woodwork, a welcoming gas fireplace, and a wonderful front porch create a warm and inviting feel throughout. The spacious living room flows seamlessly into the dining and right to the kitchen.

The kitchen offers plenty of cabinetry, a charming breakfast nook, and additional pantry storage-perfect for hosting family and friends. The basement is currently used as an office but offers potential for a 4th bedroom, along with the third bathroom. Outside, enjoy a recently added fenced in yard, a one-car garage with driveway large enough for camper storage and a new concrete parking pad with convenient alley access. Full of warmth, character, and thoughtful features, this is a home you'll love coming home to.

Monthly Cost Estimate

$844/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$114
Interest$684
Insurance$46

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

505 Chester Avenue

Ottumwa, IA 52501

EVANS & ROOTS 2ND

Property Details

Flooring

TileCarpetLaminate

Construction

Concrete Metal Siding

Parking

RVGarage - DetachedOpen

Heating

Baseboard

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

RangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryer

Questions & Answers

This 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom single family at 505 Chester Avenue is listed at $157,900 ($77/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $844 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1914, 0.15 acre lot, 2 stories, Fireplace.

This property is listed by Kayla Miller.

KM

Kayla Miller

Agent at Bogle Realty LLC

Listed by Bogle Realty LLC · Broker phone: 641-437-4663 · View on Broker Site

MLS# 6343418· Source: NoCoast MLS· 25 days on PropertySimple

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505 Chester Avenue, Ottumwa, IA 52501

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