
Apartments for Rent in Ottumwa, IA (104 Rentals)


EMERALD HILL APARTMENTS

Ottumwa Heights Apartments

Orchard Meadows

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312 N Marion St, Unit 2

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231 E Main St, Unit 201

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107 Ottumwa St, Unit 107.5

405 N Webster St

122 Cass St

123 S Ash St
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Hawks Ridge

Village Pointe - Fully Occupied

Centerville Senior Lofts

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Nemitz Hall

The Hunt Club

Walden Ridge

Villa's on Bell

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Northern Plains by Kading

Grinnell Investments

Plant 1 Lofts
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The Reserves at South Lake

Lions Gate Apartments

Woodland Heights

Westgate Villa

926 Harlocke St (IC)

Emerald Ct

Seville

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1100 Sunflower

Spaulding Lofts

Southtown Apartments

Aster Village

110 N Maple St

Prairie Meadows Apartments

Courtyard Apartments

Burbank Village Apartments

Hunters Run

Walnut Creek Apartments
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Hotel Maytag Apartments

411 Oak St

316 6th Ave E

1317 B Ave W

201 High Ave E

2530 Unicorn Ave

602 W Burlington Ave

708 S 4th St

408 E 15th St

914 W 5th St
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Ottumwa, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ottumwa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ottumwa Studio Apartments | $1,155 | $775 | $1,270 |
| Ottumwa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $947 | $580 | $1,500 |
| Ottumwa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,093 | $650 | $2,025 |
| Ottumwa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,254 | $803 | $1,795 |
| Ottumwa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,790 | $1,790 | $1,790 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Ottumwa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $1,473 | $999 | $2,750 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $1,630 | $800 | $2,950 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $1,731 | $1,000 | $2,995 |
| 6 Bedroom Homes | $2,750 | $2,750 | $2,750 |
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Best Local Schools in Ottumwa, IA
Horace Mann Elementary School
Evans Junior High School
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Ottumwa, IA Area Reviews
Rexanna • 4+ years in Ottumwa
February 25, 2025Not much to choose from by way of restaurants unless you prefer fast food. Not much for teenagers to do for entertainment or anyone no matter what your age. Ottumwa roads will destroy your vehicle. Unfortunately our city is more interested in installing roundabouts and building grade schools. There is not much by way shopping here unless you like to shop at Walmart. Doesn't look like there is anything coming in the near future. We do have some lower paying jobs, very few decent paying jobs. Ottumwa could be a pretty decent place to live in if we'd get some new people running it, that care about Ottumwa instead of their own agenda. And last, get rid of the ban on certain breeds of dogs. This was obviously drafted by people who are ignorant on the breed and make decisions on "hype " and "hysteria" instead of learning the true facts about pitbull's. Ban stupid people not the breed! Ottumwa has a lot of learning and growing to do.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ottumwa
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in Ottumwa, IA?
As of today, September 18, 2026, there are currently 104 available Ottumwa apartments priced from $580 to $2,025, with an average monthly rent of $1,119.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Ottumwa Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Ottumwa ranges from $580 to $1,500 with an average monthly rent of $947.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Ottumwa cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Ottumwa range from $650 to $2,025. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,093.
How expensive are Ottumwa Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 25 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Ottumwa on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $803 to $1,795 - averaging $1,254 for the location.
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