1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Ottumwa, IA (28 Rentals)

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Prairie Townhomes
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Prairie Townhomes

1800 Schworm StOttumwa, IA 52501
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Wilshire Apartments
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Wilshire Apartments

315 E 4th StOttumwa, IA 52501
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Westgate Towers
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Westgate Towers

910 W 2nd StOttumwa, IA 52501

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17 E Howard St
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17 E Howard St

17 E Howard StColfax, IA 50054
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Stella Townhomes
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Stella Townhomes

1236 Bliss StreetGrinnell, IA 50112
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Ottumwa, IA Local Guide

Largest Available Ottumwa and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Ottumwa, IA is found at Plant 1 Lofts and is 995 square feet priced from $1,995. Aster Village in the Old Mill Creek neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 821 square feet and currently listed start at $1,325. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Ottumwa:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Plant 1 LoftsA6 - Loft995 Sq Ft$1,995
Aster Village1 Bedroom Style A2821 Sq Ft$1,325
Ottumwa Heights Apartments1x1750 Sq FtCall for Rates
Prairie Village Apartments1BR/1.0BA650 Sq Ft$805
The Reserves at South Lake1B1B649 Sq Ft$395
Newton Park Apartments1BR - 30% Gross Income600 Sq Ft$676
Brookside South Apartments1 BEDROOM APARTMENT600 Sq FtCall for Rates
Woodland Heights1 Bed 1 Bath572 Sq Ft$685

Cheapest Available Ottumwa and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of April 24, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Ottumwa, IA is the 1B1B Model starting from $395 at The Reserves at South Lake in the East Gate Estates neighborhood. The second most affordable Ottumwa 1 Bedroom is the 1BR - 30% Gross Income Model at Newton Park Apartments starting at $676 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Ottumwa is currently $1,340. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Ottumwa:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Reserves at South Lake1B1B$395
Newton Park Apartments1BR - 30% Gross Income$676
Woodland Heights1 Bed 1 Bath$685
Prairie Village Apartments1BR/1.0BA$805
Plant 1 LoftsA1$945
Aster Village1 Bedroom Style A2$1,325

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41 / 100

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35 / 100

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Minimal bike infrastructure

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Rexanna • 4+ years in Ottumwa

February 25, 2025

Not 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

What is the Cheapest apartment in Ottumwa with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Ottumwa is at The Reserves at South Lake listed at $395.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Ottumwa Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Ottumwa is $1,340.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Ottumwa Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Ottumwa is a 995 square feet unit starting from $1,995 at Plant 1 Lofts.

What is the average size for Ottumwa 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Ottumwa is currently 566 sq ft.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.