Ottawa, WI Homes for Sale & Real Estate

Ottawa, Wisconsin, is a peaceful rural town in Waukesha County, about 30 miles west of Milwaukee, spanning roughly 36 square miles with a population of around 3,650 as of recent years. Founded in 1843 by early settlers including Talbot C. Dousman, it was quickly recognized as an ideal place to live and has retained its reputation as a serene, desirable community ever since. Nestled in southeastern Wisconsin's scenic landscape, Ottawa features ample recreational opportunities, including access to lakes, trails, and nearby Kettle Moraine State Forest areas like Ottawa Lake Campground, making it popular for outdoor activities year-round. Often described as one of the best places to live in the state, the town blends expansive rural charm—with ornate mansions, farmhouses, and lakefront properties—with strong schools and a quiet, suburban-to-rural lifestyle that appeals to those seeking respite from larger urban areas while staying close to Milwaukee's amenities.

Location

County Waukesha County

State Wisconsin

Averages

Taxes $4,184

House $739,430

Townhouse –

Condo –

Homes for Sale

Ottawa currently has 10 single family homes for sale and 1 lot for sale. There is 1 short sale.

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Homes 10 for sale $325,000–$1,289,000

Condos 0 for sale

Townhouses 0 for sale

Multi-unit 0 for sale

Lots/Land 1 for sale $325,000

Manufactured 0 for sale

Short Sales 1 for sale $350,000

Foreclosures 0 for sale

New Construction 0 for sale

Schools

Ottawa, WI is served by Kettle Moraine School District and Mukwonago School District. The area has 1 elementary school, 2 middle schools, 2 high school schools.

Kettle Moraine School District Elementary, Middle, High School

Elementary Dousman Elementary School Grades PK, KG-5

Middle Kettle Moraine Middle School Grades 6-8

High School Kettle Moraine High School Grades 9-12

Mukwonago School District Middle, High School

Middle Park View Middle School Grades 7-8

High School Mukwonago High School Grades 9-12

Schools

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Subdivisions in Ottawa

Ottawa has 9 subdivisions offering single family homes. Prices range from $350,000 to $1,289,000. Scuppernong Heights currently has the most active listings with 1 home for sale.

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Hottest

Scuppernong Heights

1 active listing

Starter Homes

Scuppernong Heights

From $350,000

Luxury

Preserve at Hunters Lake

Up to $1,289,000