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Ottawa,IL 61350
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached Single
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,526 sqft
Price per Sqft $172
MLS Listing ID 12490497
Style Bungalow
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 2
Year Built 1900
Annual Tax Amount $8,161
Tax Year 2024
Lot Size 0.270 Acres
Lot Dimensions 118X110
Property Sub-Type Detached Single
Property Description
Experience riverfront living at its finest on Ottawa's Historic East Side , the Town Of Two Rivers and Starved Rock Country! This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2 full and 2 half-bathroom home combines timeless character with modern comfort and stunning panoramic views of the Fox river. From the moment you arrive, the inviting front porch sets the tone for this charming property. Inside, the living room offers a peaceful retreat, leading to a gorgeous formal dining room that truly serves as the heart of the home-perfectly connecting the main floor bedroom, kitchen, and full bathroom. The updated cook's kitchen features soapstone countertops and backsplash, rich cabinetry, and a thoughtful layout ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. A sun-filled back sunroom/river room steals the show with dramatic windows that showcase breathtaking river views and offers additional space for dining or relaxing. Just off this area, you'll find a flexible room that can serve as a den, office, or guest bedroom with its own private half bathroom. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite offers built-in storage, generous closet space, and a full bathroom for added comfort. The walk-out lower level provides even more living space, including a family room, laundry area, multiple flex rooms, a half bathroom, and direct access to a patio overlooking the river-perfect for enjoying tranquil sunsets over the water. Step outside to discover your own fenced private retreat, complete with multiple decks overlooking the river, with a private side yard, and a screened-in porch attached to the two-car garage-ideal for relaxing with a view. Recent updates include a new A/C unit (2023), fence installation (2024), washer and dryer (2025), and a new Thor oven (2025). Conveniently located within walking distance to Ottawa's vibrant downtown restaurants, shops, the new YMCA, and the scenic riverwalk, this home offers the perfect balance of small-town charm and peaceful waterfront living. Don't miss your chance to own one of Ottawa's most special riverfront homes!
Location
State IL
County Lasalle
Area Danway / Dayton / Naplate / Ottawa / Prairie Cent
Rooms
Basement Partially Finished,Exterior Entry,Walk-Out Access
Interior
Interior Features 1st Floor Bedroom,1st Floor Full Bath,Separate Dining Room
Heating Natural Gas,Electric,Steam,Baseboard
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Hardwood
Fireplace N
Appliance Range,Microwave,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer,Disposal
Exterior
Garage Spaces 2.0
Community Features Park,Curbs,Sidewalks,Street Lights,Street Paved
Roof Type Asphalt
Building
Lot Description Views
Dwelling Type Detached Single
Building Description Stucco, No
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Level or Stories 1.5 Story
Structure Type Stucco
New Construction false
Schools
Elementary Schools Jefferson Elementary: K-4Th Grad
Middle Schools Shepherd Middle School
High Schools Ottawa Township High School
School District 141 ,141, 140
Others
HOA Fee Include None
Ownership Fee Simple
Special Listing Condition None