Check out this well-maintained Southside home with plenty to offer! Featuring 3 bedrooms, including 1 conveniently located on the main level and 2 upstairs, plus a bonus room tucked between the upper bedrooms that gives you some extra flexibility. You’ll find newer windows, central air, a durable metal roof, and a partial basement with laundry and room for storage. Outside you'll enjoy a nice large lot and fenced-in backyard that’s perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or hanging out with friends and neighbors. There’s also a spacious 2-car detached garage that just got a new roof this summer, giving you plenty of room for vehicles, projects, or a little bit of both. This is a home that’s easy to settle into and enjoy. ¡Checa esta casa bien cuidada en el Southside! Cuenta con 3 recámaras, una en la planta principal y dos arriba, además de un cuarto extra entre las recámaras. Tiene ventanas nuevas, aire central, techo de metal y sótano con lavandería y mucho espacio para guardar cosas. Afuera hay un lote grande con patio trasero cercado y un garaje independiente para 2 carros que recibió techo nuevo este verano. ¡Mucho espacio y varias mejoras que hacen de esta una excelente opción!
A terrific yard accents this nice 3 bedroom home on the southside. Large master bedroom on the main floor, the other bedrooms are upstairs. There is a potential 4th nonconforming bedroom upstairs, too. Lots of closet space and nice, big kitchen and formal dining room. Windows and roof are newer. Pretty shade trees dot the fenced back yard. Big 2 car garage is extra deep for storage and wiring set up for heavy work. Ideal location for elementary and middle school age kids. Don't let this lovely home get away!
Public Records
Mar 1, 2006
Sold
$45,000
$33/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,526 (+0.4%)
$6,340 + $80,970
$87,310
2025
$1,520 (+5.7%)
$6,340 + $80,970
$87,310
2024
$1,438 (+10.8%)
$6,340 + $80,970
$87,310
2023
$1,298 (−1.5%)
$6,340 + $73,940
$80,280
2022
$1,318 (+15.8%)
$6,340 + $73,940
$80,280
2021
$1,138 (−0.7%)
$6,340 + $56,850
$63,190
2020
$1,146 (−2.6%)
$6,340 + $53,970
$60,310
2019
$1,176 (+3.3%)
$6,340 + $47,000
$53,340
2018
$1,138 (−2.4%)
$6,340 + $47,000
$53,340
2017
$1,166 (+19.5%)
$6,340 + $47,000
$53,340
2016
$976 (+1.5%)
$6,340 + $47,000
$53,340
2014
$962
$7,160 + $40,630
$47,790
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1.5
Lot width
66 ft.
Lot depth
132 ft.
Lot size
8,712 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1930
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,348
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,348
Year built
1930
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Wapello County
APN
007417180077000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 22, 2026.
Climate risks
6/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 22-32% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Ottumwa, IA • 52501
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 26% for direct sun exposure in Ottumwa. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.4 hrs
5.7 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 144 N Ransom St
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $95,000 and $139,000.
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