Here is your opportunity to own a beautiful 14+/- acre country property located just 4½ miles from the city limits on a hard-surface road. Properties offering this combination of acreage, privacy, water, timber, and convenience to town are extremely hard to find. The property features a 1,091 sq. ft. , 2- bedroom, 1-bath home with a warm and inviting country feel. The spacious open living room includes a gas fireplace, creating a comfortable place to relax or entertain. The charming kitchen offers plenty of cabinet space along with windows that welcome the morning sun. Both bedrooms provide ample space and windows overlooking the pond and surrounding countryside. The walkout basement provides plenty of storage and offers excellent potential for additional finished living space. Step outside onto the covered deck overlooking the pond—a perfect spot for morning coffee, relaxing in the evening, or simply enjoying the peaceful country setting. Adding even more to this property is a three-car heated detached garage, providing plenty of room for your vehicles, equipment, and all your toys. The garage also features a man cave complete with a pool table, creating the perfect year-round space for entertaining family and friends, watching the game, or simply relaxing. Continued in Agent Remarks:
Directions: From Ottumwa: South on Lake Road. Go 4.5 miles and house will be on the east side of road. Look for sign. Address: 3683 Lake Road, Ottumwa Iowa 52501
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,091
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 14.14 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1949
Year Renovated: 1949
County: Wapello County
APN: 007152110574000
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Pickwick Early Childhood Center
Public PreK-K • Assigned • 4.7mi
Liberty Elementary School
Public 6-7 • Assigned • 4.5mi
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Ottumwa High School
Public 10-12 • Assigned • 6.7mi
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk 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 105° 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
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Sun exposure
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Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 9% for direct sun exposure in Ottumwa. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.