Beautifully maintained 5-bedroom, 1.1-bathroom, 1.5-story home blends timeless charm with modern convenience. Step inside to an inviting enclosed front porch, perfect for relaxing. The main level features a spacious living and formal dining area (combined dimensions of 11x25), showcasing original natural hardwood floors and woodwork. The eat-in kitchen offers ample cabinetry and includes appliances for your convenience. Two main-floor bedrooms and a full bathroom with a tub/shower combo complete the level. Upstairs, you'll find three additional bedrooms, one with attic dormer storage for added functionality. The lower level provides extra living space with a rec room featuring a vintage bar, a half bath, and a laundry area complete with the original laundry chute. The outdoor space includes a private, partially fenced backyard with a patio, perfect for entertaining or relaxing. The detached 2-car garage, built in 2012, includes 220V service, ideal for electric vehicles or hobby projects. This home is a perfect blend of vintage charm and thoughtful updates-don't miss it!
Closed
$196,000
1237 Illinois Ave, Ottawa, IL 61350
5beds
1,485sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1946
6,908.62 Square Feet Lot
$209,700 Zestimate®
$132/sqft
$1,951 Estimated rent
Home value
$209,700
$174,000 - $254,000
$1,951/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 22, 2025 at 09:35am
Listing courtesy of:
George Shanley 815-228-1859,
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
Bought with:
Alan Holtz
VYLLA Home
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12213599
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X12
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X11
Enclosed porch
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X20
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X13
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X13
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X11
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Partially Finished,Rec/Family Area,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,485 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Off Street, Driveway, Owned, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 6,908 sqft
- Dimensions: 50X135
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 2110427006
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Brick
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1946
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Ottawa
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/22/2025 | Sold | $196,000-1.5%$132/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12213599 | ||
| 12/9/2024 | Pending sale | $199,000$134/sqft |
Source:  Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group #12213599 | ||
| 12/9/2024 | Contingent | $199,000$134/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12213599 | ||
| 12/2/2024 | Listed for sale | $199,000+65.8%$134/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12213599 | ||
| 10/18/2019 | Sold | $120,000-4.8%$81/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,811 +10.9% | $52,717 +11.7% |
| 2023 | $4,338 +10.3% | $47,182 +10.2% |
| 2022 | $3,931 +7.1% | $42,823 +6.7% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 61350
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Lincoln Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.2 mi
- 4/10Shepherd Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 2 mi
- 4/10Ottawa Township High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- 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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