# 556 Chester Avenue, Ottumwa, IA 52501 > **TL;DR:** 4bd/2ba single family, $71,900 ($39/sqft), built 1900, 1,866 sqft. > A/C, 2-car garage. Est. $385/mo. Listed 104 days. ## Property at a Glance | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | Price | $71,900 | | Price/sqft | $39 | | Bedrooms | 4 | | Bathrooms | 2 full | | Square Feet | 1,866 | | Year Built | 1900 | | Lot Size | 7,405 sqft (0.17 acres) | | Stories | 2 | | Garage | 2-car | | Property Type | Single Family (Single Family Residence) | | Status | Active | | Days on Market | 104 | ## Estimated Monthly Costs | Category | Amount | |----------|--------| | Principal & Interest (20% down, 30-year at 6.5%) | $364 | | Estimated Insurance | $21 | | **Total** | **$385** | ## Key Amenities - A/C - 2-car garage ## Property Highlights - Built in 1900 - 0.17 acre lot - 2 stories ## Description ### Agent Description Opportunity awaits! This spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bath home offers 1,866 square feet of living space and is full of potential. Built in 1900, this home features generous room sizes, classic character, and a functional layout ready for your personal touch. Outside, you'll find a 2-car detached garage, providing ample space for parking, storage, or a workshop. Priced to sell, this property is perfect for buyers looking to build instant equity with a little sweat equity and updating. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, investor, or someone looking for a project, this home offers the chance to create something special at an affordable price. Don't miss this opportunity to own a spacious home with endless possibilities. Schedule your showing today and imagine the potential! ## Location - **Address:** 556 Chester Avenue, Ottumwa, IA 52501 - **County:** Wapello - **Coordinates:** 41.003633, -92.431037 - **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=41.003633,-92.431037 ## Listing Agent - **Name:** Brenna Baker - **Brokerage:** Bridge City Realty - **Broker Phone:** 641-684-1234 - **Listing URL:** [View original listing](https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/556-Chester-Ave_Ottumwa_IA_52501_M85475-26045?f=listhub&s=NCMLSIA&m=6340584&c=propsimple) ## Photos ![556 Chester Avenue - Photo 1](http://lh.rdcpix.com/910853bd7859225c1d6017fda699f479l-f3936952819r.jpg) ![556 Chester Avenue - Photo 2](http://lh.rdcpix.com/910853bd7859225c1d6017fda699f479l-f1297279643r.jpg) ![556 Chester Avenue - Photo 3](http://lh.rdcpix.com/910853bd7859225c1d6017fda699f479l-f1853038941r.jpg) ![556 Chester Avenue - Photo 4](http://lh.rdcpix.com/910853bd7859225c1d6017fda699f479l-f2446389572r.jpg) ![556 Chester Avenue - Photo 5](http://lh.rdcpix.com/910853bd7859225c1d6017fda699f479l-f2057361600r.jpg) ![556 Chester Avenue - Photo 6](http://lh.rdcpix.com/910853bd7859225c1d6017fda699f479l-f2431568328r.jpg) ![556 Chester Avenue - Photo 7](http://lh.rdcpix.com/910853bd7859225c1d6017fda699f479l-f1235309860r.jpg) ![556 Chester Avenue - Photo 8](http://lh.rdcpix.com/910853bd7859225c1d6017fda699f479l-f2927329769r.jpg) ![556 Chester Avenue - Photo 9](http://lh.rdcpix.com/910853bd7859225c1d6017fda699f479l-f1847433454r.jpg) ![556 Chester Avenue - Photo 10](http://lh.rdcpix.com/910853bd7859225c1d6017fda699f479l-f1969091814r.jpg) ![556 Chester Avenue - Photo 11](http://lh.rdcpix.com/910853bd7859225c1d6017fda699f479l-f4065743404r.jpg) ![556 Chester Avenue - Photo 12](http://lh.rdcpix.com/910853bd7859225c1d6017fda699f479l-f3902729645r.jpg) ![556 Chester Avenue - Photo 13](http://lh.rdcpix.com/910853bd7859225c1d6017fda699f479l-f298164655r.jpg) ![556 Chester Avenue - Photo 14](http://lh.rdcpix.com/910853bd7859225c1d6017fda699f479l-f2679919625r.jpg) ![556 Chester Avenue - Photo 15](http://lh.rdcpix.com/910853bd7859225c1d6017fda699f479l-f1464088726r.jpg) ![556 Chester Avenue - Photo 16](http://lh.rdcpix.com/910853bd7859225c1d6017fda699f479l-f3285780518r.jpg) --- **MLS#:** 6340584 | **Updated:** 2026-10-30 **Source:** listhub *Copyright © 2026 NoCoast MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.* [View on PropertySimple](https://staging.propertysimple.ai/listing/556-chester-avenue-ottumwa-ia-52501-4dd532edacad4e399e80e37f4613d62e) --- ## Structured Data ```json { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "RealEstateListing", "@id": "https://staging.propertysimple.ai/listing/556-chester-avenue-ottumwa-ia-52501-4dd532edacad4e399e80e37f4613d62e#listing", "url": "https://staging.propertysimple.ai/listing/556-chester-avenue-ottumwa-ia-52501-4dd532edacad4e399e80e37f4613d62e", "name": "556 Chester Avenue, Ottumwa, IA 52501", "description": "Opportunity awaits! This spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bath home offers 1,866 square feet of living space and is full of potential. Built in 1900, this home features generous room sizes, classic character, and a functional layout ready for your personal touch. 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