Ottawa, KS was founded in 1864 alongside the Marais des Cygnes River, and is located near the center of present-day Franklin County, approximately 60 miles southwest of Kansas City. Within the city you'll find several charming attractions to visit, including The Plaza Grill and Cinema (formerly "The Crystal Plaza and Bijou Theater"), which is the oldest operating cinema in the world. You'll also find several shopping and dining options on or near Ottawa's historic Main Street, including "Smoked Creations", and "Luigi's Italian Restaurant". Both Walmart and American Eagle have distribution centers located in Ottawa, and are currently the two largest employers in the area. The city's public education is served by USD 290, and they also offer higher education from Ottawa University, and Neosho County Community College. Start your search for a new property in Ottawa by browsing our available Ottawa, KS real estate properties below, and as always, a Layton Real Estate agent would be happy to assist with your search.