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702 Congress Street

Ottawa, IL 61350

4 beds
2 baths
1,882 sqft
7,405 sqft lot
$89 per sqft
1850 build
– on site

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!

Listing courtesy of MRED / Heritage Select Realty as distributed by MLS GRID

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MLS# 12374609 —

The Building

Year Built:

1850
Rebuilt:

No
New Construction:

false
Construction Materials:

Vinyl Siding
Basement:

Unfinished, Full
Disability Access:

No
Total SqFt:

1882
Total SqFt:

2644
Main SqFt:

1082
Upper SqFt:

800
Basement SqFt:

762
Unfinished Basement SqFt:

762
Living Area Source:

Taped
Window Features:

Window Treatments

Interior

Room Type:

Enclosed Porch, Pantry, Walk In Closet
Rooms Total:

7
Interior Features:

1st Floor Bedroom, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Coffered Ceiling(s), Historic/Period Mlwk, Dining Combo, Pantry
Laundry Features:

In Unit
Flooring:

Laminate, Carpet

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

1882

Location

Directions:

Route 23 South to Main Street, East to Chester, North to Congress (home located on NE corner of Chester and Congress)
Location:

29106
Location:

70443

The Property

Parcel Number:

2112144007
Property Type:

Residential
Location:

A,D
Lot Features:

Corner Lot, Mature Trees
Lot Size Dimensions:

60X120
Lot Size Acres:

0.17
Waterfront:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2023
Tax Annual Amount:

4089.36

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

4
Bedrooms Possible:

4

Baths

Baths:

2
Full Baths:

1
Half Baths:

1

The Listing

Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Natural Gas
Cooling:

Central Air

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Schools

Elementary School:

Jefferson Elementary: K-4th Grad
Elementary School District:

141
Middle Or Junior School:

Central Elementary: 5th And 6th
Alt Junior High Name:

Shepherd Middle School
Middle Or Junior School District:

141
High School:

Ottawa Township High School
High School District:

140

The Community

Community Features:

Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Association Fee Includes:

None
Association Fee Frequency:

Not Applicable
Master Assoc Fee Frequency:

Not Required

Parking

Parking Total:

1.5
Parking Features:

On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Garage Spaces:

1.5

Extra Units

Other Structures:

Barn(s), See Remarks

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$169,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$904
Taxes	$340
Insurance	$46
Utilities	$198 See report
Total	$1,488/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
5/27/25 May 27, 2025	Listed / Active	MRED	$169,000	50.2% (6.3% / YR)
6/26/17 Jun 26, 2017		MRED	$112,500	25.7% (11.8% / YR)
4/23/15 Apr 23, 2015		MRED	$89,500

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This house located in Ottawa, IL 61350 is currently for sale for $169,000. 702 Congress Street is a 1,882 square foot house with 4 beds and 2 baths that has been on Estately for 22 days. This house is in the attendance area of Ottawa Township High School.

Listing courtesy of MRED, Heritage Select Realty, and Colleen Burns as distributed by MLS GRID.

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