Beautiful 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home situated on just over 3/4 of an acre, offering the perfect mix of space, style, and comfort. Inside, you'll find two distinct living areas—one spacious and cozy, perfect for relaxing nights in, and the other with a modern, vibrant vibe ideal for entertaining or hanging out. A fireplace with sleek black accents and a custom mantle ties in beautifully with the kitchen cabinetry, while sliding glass doors open to a large deck overlooking peaceful woods. The kitchen features newer appliances that stay with the home, and all four bedrooms are conveniently located upstairs along with a laundry area. Additional features include a two-car attached garage and a separate storage building with electricity, great for extra storage or a workshop. This is a must-see home in a quiet, private setting—and it won’t last long!
Est. $2,366 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 821 E Highland Ave
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
IAR #6331876
Mar 5, 2026
Sold
$257,500
$148/sq ft
Feb 8, 2026
Pending
—
Jan 26, 2026
Contingent
—
Dec 9, 2025
Price Changed
$264,900
$153/sq ft
Oct 7, 2025
Price Changed
$269,900
$156/sq ft
Sep 16, 2025
Listed
$274,000
$158/sq ft
IAR #6014767
Jul 19, 2021
Sold
$189,000
$109/sq ft
Jun 24, 2021
Listed
$189,000
$109/sq ft
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Beautiful 2-3 Bedroom, 2 1/2 bath home situated on a little over 3/4 of an acre. Fireplace in the living rooms and sliders to a great deck overlooking the woods. Two car attached garage and a seperate storage building with electricity. Newer kitchen with terrific appliances that stay. Laundry on the upper level. This is a must see. Won't last long.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,732 (−0.6%)
$16,420 + $181,330
$197,750
2024
$3,754 (+16.1%)
$16,420 + $181,330
$197,750
2023
$3,234 (+2.0%)
$16,420 + $165,870
$182,290
2022
$3,172 (+10.8%)
$16,420 + $165,870
$182,290
2021
$2,864 (−1.0%)
$16,420 + $127,840
$144,260
2020
$2,892 (−2.3%)
$16,420 + $116,880
$133,300
2019
$2,960 (+3.2%)
$16,420 + $104,840
$121,260
2018
$2,868 (−2.1%)
$16,420 + $104,840
$121,260
2017
$2,930 (−9.7%)
$16,420 + $104,840
$121,260
2016
$3,246 (+1.2%)
$16,420 + $104,840
$121,260
2014
$3,208
$20,611 + $117,940
$138,551
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
1.5
Lot width
96 ft.
Lot depth
236 ft.
Lot size
0.52 Acres
Year renovated
1938
Sq. Ft.
1,735
Year built
1938
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Wapello County
APN
007410520029000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Detached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air
Interior Features
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Room Information
Has Basement
Exterior
Building Information
Levels: One and One Half
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 3 parcels .77 acres
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.77
Zoning: Residential-Single Family
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,732
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Location Information
Directions: E Highland Ave
Subdivision Name: EMERYS ADD
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,735
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 0.52 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1938
Year Renovated: 1938
County: Wapello County
APN: 007410520029000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 15, 2026
Other
Listing Information
AttributionContact: 641-683-3777
Around this home
Schools
Horace Mann Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
5/10
Evans Junior High School
Public 8-9 • Assigned • 2.9mi
3/10
Ottumwa High School
Public 10-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
5/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 14 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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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10 hours in
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