702 Congress Street, Ottawa, Illinois 61350


$170,000

Sold
Status: Closed
Sqft: 1,882
Cost/Sqft: $90
Beds: 4
Baths: 2
Year Built: 1850
Property Taxes: $4,089
Days On Market: 463
Lot Size: 0,17
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Description

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!

Property Specifics

Single Family
1850
No
0.17
— / Not Applicable
12374609
2112144007

Nearby Schools

NAME: DISTRICT: DISTANCE:
Grade School
Jefferson Elementary: K-4th Grad
141
Middle School
Central Elementary: 5th And 6th
141 Not in DB
High School
Ottawa Township High School
140 Not in DB
Alternate Junior High School
Shepherd Middle School
Not in DB

Property History

DATE: EVENT: PRICE: SOURCE:
23 Apr, 2015 Sold $89,500 MRED MLS
21 Jan, 2015 Under contract $89,500 MRED MLS
26 Aug, 2014 Listed for sale $89,500 MRED MLS
26 Jun, 2017 Sold $112,500 MRED MLS
16 May, 2017 Under contract $119,500 MRED MLS
Last price change $129,500 MRED MLS
12 Mar, 2017 Listed for sale $129,500 MRED MLS
1 Aug, 2025 Sold $170,000 MRED MLS
3 Jun, 2025 Under contract $169,000 MRED MLS
27 May, 2025 Listed for sale $169,000 MRED MLS

Room Specifics

All Bedroom Info:
Total Bedrooms: 4
Bedrooms Above Ground: 4
Bedrooms Below Ground: 0
Second Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: —
Third Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: —
Fourth Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: —
Bathroom Info:
Full Bathrooms: 2
Partial Bathrooms: 1
Bathroom Amenities: Soaking Tub
Bathroom in Basement: 0
Additional Rooms Info:
Rooms: —
Basement: —
Basement Description: —

Other Specifics

1.5
60X120
Not in DB

Tax History

Year Property Taxes
2015 $2,739
2017 $2,844
2025 $4,089

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