Location, location, location! This generously sized two-story home located in Ottawa's historic Eastside neighborhood is a dream for anyone looking for walkability to the river, parks, and downtown's charming selection of retail stores, restaurants and year-round events. One short block from the newly renovated Eastside Park, and only two blocks from the river - you do not want to miss the opportunity to see this house! The home's first floor boasts high ceilings and original details; bedrooms are generously sized with ample closet space. Living and dining rooms blend seamlessly with new carpet installed in 2025 and flow into the nice sized kitchen with additional counter seating space and a walk-in pantry/scullery. One half bath is located on the main floor, and the upstairs full bath has been recently renovated and offers easy access to all upstairs bedrooms. Laundry in basement; basement stairs located off the back porch/kitchen door entry. Off-street parking in driveway and an oversized detached barn/garage offers 1+ parking spots and a 2nd floor loft. Enjoy the outdoors with a large 120x60 corner lot, firepit and three porches! The charm of this home can be felt in every room, and it's bursting with potential to shine with your personal touches! A must-see!
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$170,000
702 Congress St, Ottawa, IL 61350
4beds
1,882sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1850
7,405.2 Square Feet Lot
$252,800 Zestimate®
$90/sqft
$1,840 Estimated rent
Home value
$252,800
$230,000 - $276,000
$1,840/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 07, 2025 at 01:01am
Listing courtesy of:
Colleen Burns 815-252-7096,
Heritage Select Realty,
Debbie Burns 815-228-1034,
Heritage Select Realty
Bought with:
Christy Schmaedeke
Keller Williams Infinity
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12374609
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X18
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Second
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X16
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X14
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: COMBO
Enclosed porch
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Enclosed porch
- Level: Main
- Area: 63 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X9
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Pantry-Walk-in), Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X10
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 190 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X10
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 377 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X29
Pantry
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 20 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5X4
Walk in closet
- Level: Second
- Area: 50 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X5
Walk in closet
- Level: Second
- Area: 18 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 3X6
Walk in closet
- Level: Main
- Area: 25 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5X5
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Coffered Ceiling(s), Historic/Period Mlwk, Dining Combo, Pantry
- Flooring: Laminate, Carpet
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,644
- Total interior livable area: 1,882 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1.5
- Parking features: On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1.5
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 7,405 sqft
- Dimensions: 60X120
- Features: Corner Lot, Mature Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), See Remarks
- Parcel number: 2112144007
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1850
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Location
- Region: Ottawa
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/1/2025 | Sold | $170,000+0.6%$90/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12374609 Report a problem | ||
| 7/18/2025 | Pending sale | $169,000$90/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12374609 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $169,000+50.2%$90/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12374609 Report a problem | ||
| 6/26/2017 | Sold | $112,500-5.9%$60/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09564853 Report a problem | ||
| 5/16/2017 | Pending sale | $119,500$63/sqft |
Source: United Country Starved Rock Realty #09564853 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,540 +11% | $50,084 +11.7% |
| 2023 | $4,089 +10.4% | $44,826 +10.2% |
| 2022 | $3,703 +7.2% | $40,685 +6.7% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 61350
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Jefferson Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.9 mi
- 4/10Shepherd Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 4/10Ottawa Township High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Jefferson Elementary: K-4th Grad
- Middle: Central Elementary: 5th And 6th
- High: Ottawa Township High School
- District: 141
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Illinois
- La Salle County
- Ottawa
- 61350
- 702 Congress St