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Single family home for sale at 721 Congress St, Ottawa, IL 61350 | MLS# 12702942 | Listing updated on 2026-08-31
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$229,900

Monthly Est:$1,144

  • Beds Icon4 Beds
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    2 Baths
  • Beds Icon2,106sqft

721 Congress St, Ottawa, IL 61350

$1,144/moEst:

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  • Single Family Residence

  • Built in 1928

  • $-- HOA

  • -- sqft lot

  • $109/sq.ft

Description

Beautiful brick 4-bedroom, 2-bath 1 1/2 story bungalow nestled on a quiet street in Ottawa's historic East Side neighborhood. Lovingly occupied by the same family for three generations, this special home is filled with timeless charm and character. Enjoy beautiful wood floors and trim, custom built-ins, a cozy fireplace, and three spacious porches-two enclosed and one on the second floor surrounded by windows, perfect for relaxing and taking in the beauty of nature. The second floor offers great storage spaces. The property also offers a detached two car tandem brick garage, back yard with mature trees and plenty of space to garden or enjoy with family and friends. A truly unique home with a wonderful history, waiting for its next chapter. Conveniently located close to Ottawa's downtown, making it easy to stroll into town for dining, shopping, enjoying the various local festivals, farmers markets and events. The Illinois and Michigan Canal path, for biking/hiking, also easily accessible and blocks away from the home. Schedule your showing today!

  • Houzeo last checked: 35 minutes ago
  • Listing updated: August 31, 2026 at 4:17 pm
  • Listing Provided by: Tammy Barry (815) 252-3113 , Bridget McGettigan DRE #475174575 | Homesmart Realty Group IL (708) 320-0002
  • Source: MRED MLS-IL | MLS#: 12702942 MRED MLS-IL

Property Details

  • Status

    Active Under Contract

  • Type

    Single Family Residence

  • No. of Stories

    -

  • County

    La Salle County

  • City

    Ottawa

  • Neighborhood

    --

  • Year Built

    1928

  • HOA Fees

    -

  • Finished Area

    2,106 sqft

  • Lot Size

    -- sqft lot

  • Basement Area

    - sqft

  • MLS Name

    MRED MLS

  • MLS Number

    12702942

  • MLS Status

    Contingent

  • Days on Market

    54

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Location

Facts & Features

Rooms

  • Bedrooms & bathrooms

    Bedrooms: 4

    Bathrooms: 2

  • Enclosed Porch

    Level: Second

    Area: 150.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 10X15

  • Screened Porch

    Level: Main

    Area: 150.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 10X15

  • Other Room

    Level: Second

    Area: 130.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 10X13

  • Bedroom 2

    Level: Main

    Area: 130.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 10X13

  • Bedroom 3

    Level: Second

    Area: 143.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 11X13

  • Bedroom 4

    Level: Second

    Area: 143.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 11X13

  • Dining Room

    Level: Main

    Area: 182.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 13X14

  • Kitchen

    Level: Main

    Area: 140.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 10X14

  • Laundry

    Level: Basement

    Area: 168.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 12X14

  • Living Room

    Level: Main

    Area: 280.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 14X20

  • Master Bedroom

    Level: Main

    Area: 156.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 12X13

Interior

  • Window Features

    Screens

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

  • Flooring

    Carpet, Wood

  • Cooling

    Central Air

  • Heating

    Steam

  • Interior Features

    1st Floor Full Bath, Built In Features, Bookcases

Construction

  • Year Built

    Year Built: 1928

  • Home type

    Single Family Residence

  • Construction Materials

    Brick, Plaster

  • Architectural Style

    Bungalow

Utilities & Energy

  • Fireplace Features

    Wood Burning

  • Water Source

    Public

  • Basement

    Unfinished, Full

  • Parking Features

    Concrete, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage

Other Features

  • Patio And Porch Features

    Screened

Price History

DateEventPrice

08/31/2026

Source: #MRD12702942

Contingent (Active Under Contract)

$229,900

$109/sqft

08/24/2026

Source: mls_logoMRED MLS-IL #MRD12702942

Listed for Sale

$229,900

$109/sqft

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