
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Ottumwa, IA (38 Rentals)


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Ottumwa Heights Apartments

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312 N Marion St, Unit 2

Prairie Townhomes

Wilshire Apartments

Westgate Towers

Silverthorne Apartments

Asbury Heights
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Brickyard Apartments

Centerville Senior Lofts

Plant 1 Lofts

Grinnell Investments

The Reserves at South Lake

Woodland Heights

Seville

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Spaulding Lofts
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Aster Village

Southtown Apartments

Prairie Meadows Apartments

Hunters Run

Burbank Village Apartments

Hotel Maytag Apartments

1102 21st Ave Pl

914 W 5th St

906 Lincoln St
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341 Samoa Dr

17 E Howard St

Western Hills

Stella Townhomes

Fairfield Park II Apartments

1833 Curtis Ave

Grinnell Park Apartments

Newton Park Apartments

Louden Lofts
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1006 Oakcrest Street Apartments
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 |
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Largest Available Ottumwa and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Ottumwa, IA is found at Ottumwa Heights Apartments and is 750 square feet . Spaulding Lofts in the East Gate Estates neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 676 square feet and currently listed start at $800. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Ottumwa:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ottumwa Heights Apartments | 1x1 | 750 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
| Spaulding Lofts | A5 | 676 Sq Ft | $800 |
| Burbank Village Apartments | A1 Classic | 675 Sq Ft | $850 |
| Prairie Meadows Apartments | A1 Renovated | 650 Sq Ft | $950 |
| Washington Apartments | 1.1C 60% | 645 Sq Ft | $951 |
| Plant 1 Lofts | A1 | 627 Sq Ft | $930 |
| Hotel Maytag Apartments | 1 bedroom A | 614 Sq Ft | $750 |
| Woodland Heights | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 572 Sq Ft | $710 |
Cheapest Available Ottumwa and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of September 18, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Ottumwa, IA is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model starting from $710 at Woodland Heights in the Jasper County neighborhood. The second most affordable Ottumwa 1 Bedroom is the 1 bedroom A Model at Hotel Maytag Apartments starting at $750 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Ottumwa is currently $947. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Ottumwa:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Woodland Heights | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $710 |
| Hotel Maytag Apartments | 1 bedroom A | $750 |
| Spaulding Lofts | A5 - Income Restricted | $800 |
| Burbank Village Apartments | A1 Classic | $850 |
| Plant 1 Lofts | A1 | $930 |
| Prairie Meadows Apartments | A1 Renovated | $950 |
| Washington Apartments | 1.1C 60% | $951 |
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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 1 Bedroom Ottumwa Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Ottumwa Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Ottumwa is $947.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Ottumwa Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Ottumwa is a 750 square feet unit at Ottumwa Heights Apartments.
What is the average size for Ottumwa 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Ottumwa is currently 898 sq ft.
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