Ottumwa, IA rental market
Last updated August 29, 2025
Rental market summary
The average rent for all bedrooms and all property types in Ottumwa, IA is $875.
$875
-$42
+$75
10
Source: Zillow Rentals data
Rental price range
The price range for all bedrooms and all property types is $725 to $1,095.
| Rent price | Number of rental properties |
|---|---|
| $700 | 3 |
| $800 | 5 |
| $900 | 3 |
| $1,000+ | 1 |
Average rent price over time
In the last year, rent has increased by $75 compared to the previous year.
| Last year (2024) | This year (2025) | |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | $1,105 | $840 |
| Feb | $1,195 | $850 |
| Mar | $1,195 | $850 |
| Apr | $1,195 | $850 |
| May | $700 | $995 |
| Jun | $999 | $995 |
| Jul | $1,099 | $900 |
| Aug | $999 | $905 |
| Sep | $800 | No data |
| Oct | $986 | No data |
| Nov | $825 | No data |
| Dec | $895 | No data |
Market temperature
The Ottumwa, IA rental market temperature is WARM. Market temperature is based on changes in renter demand compared to the national average. For example, a hot market has increasing demand.
Temperature is based on all bedrooms and all property types.
Compare average rent in markets
Rent in Ottumwa, IA is 58% lower than the national average.
$875
$2,100
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Frequently asked questions
1. What is the average rent in Ottumwa, IA?
The average rent in Ottumwa, IA is $875.
2. How much does it cost to rent a house in Ottumwa, IA?
Houses in Ottumwa, IA rent between $725 - $1,095 with an average rent of $875.
3. How has the rent in Ottumwa, IA changed in the last year?
In the last year, the rent in Ottumwa, IA increased by $75
4. How much has the rent in Ottumwa, IA increased/decreased in the last month?
In the last month, the rent in Ottumwa, IA decreased by $42
5. How many available rentals are there in Ottumwa, IA?
There are currently 10 rentals available in Ottumwa, IA.
6. How do rent prices in Ottumwa, IA compare with the national average?
The average rent in Ottumwa, IA is $875 — 58.33% lower the national average of $2,100.