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Ottawa 61350
526 Congress Street
$355,000
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526 Congress Street

Ottawa, IL 61350
bedrooms
4 Beds
bathrooms
3 Baths
square feet
2,998 Ft²
$356,761
RealtyHop Estimate
-0.62%
Since Oct 1, 2023
National-US
Primary Model

About This Property

Nestled in the heart of Ottawa's historic Eastside neighborhood (less than a block from a wonderful park and a short walking distance to Ottawa's reputable downtown filled with restaurants, bars and shopping) stands this beautiful Tuscan style Italianate home, well acknowledged for its authentic, original Italianate features- such as the modillion brackets and dentils at the cornice and the detailed woodwork of the inviting front porch. Built in 1876 this home has been perfectly preserved, meticulously maintained and tastefully updated. Offering over 3,000 SQ FT of living space with four bedrooms, three bathrooms and spacious, flowing rooms filled with brightness shining through the expansive windows. Additional features include 10 foot ceilings, hardwood floors, elaborate mill work in baseboards and trim, decorative marble fireplace, French doors and much more. The kitchen has been tastefully renovated and offers a tiered center island with a breakfast bar, quartz counters, a spacious eating area with custom built-ins, and all stainless appliances.  The primary suite bath features a fabulous walk-in shower and an enormous walk-in closet. The second floor hall bath is beautifully renovated and offers basket-weave marble floors, an all- glass walk-in shower and a free-standing soaking tub. Both renovated bathrooms have heated floors.  The full basement offers a second family/rec room and ample storage. The garage was designed as a tandem garage for 2 cars. The exterior of the home was completely renovated in 2013 to include all new maintenance-free LP Smartboard with prefinished color and insulation, a new roof, all windows replaced with Anderson windows, and the original brackets and dentils at the cornice were removed, hand-painted and reattached. In 2018 the expansive patio was completed with Unilock pavers and professional landscaping. The home has zoned heating and cooling with two new central air units installed in 2021.  In 2023 a 100 amp main breaker panel and a 100 amp sub-panel were installed to replace the existing fuses. The interior of the home had plaster repairs where needed and walls were freshly painted. See additional information for further maintenance details and historical information.
Unit Size
2,998 Ft²
Days on Market
-
Land Size
-
Price per sqft
$120
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$434
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1876

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Last updated: 3 years ago (MRED MLS #11775053)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Dec 8, 2023 Sold
Sold
Oct 18, 2023 Listed by EXIT Strategy Realty $355,000
Listed by EXIT Strategy Realty
This beautiful Tuscan style Italianate historic home in Ottawa is a stunning example of classic 19th-century architecture. Built in 1876, it has been lovingly maintained over the years and retains many of its original features. This home is well acknowledged for its authentic, original Italianate features- such as the modillion brackets and dentils at the cornice and the detailed woodwork of the inviting front porch. With four spacious bedrooms and three bathrooms, this home offers plenty of space for a growing family or those who love to entertain. From the moment you step inside, you'll be struck by the home's timeless elegance. Over 3000sqft of living space, high ceilings, intricate molding, and gorgeous hardwood floors are just a few of the features that make this home special. The living room is the perfect place to relax and unwind, with large windows that let in plenty of natural light. The kitchen has been updated with modern appliances while maintaining its classic charm. The exterior of the home was completely renovated in 2013 to include all new maintenance-free LP Smartboard with prefinished color and insulation, a new roof, all windows replaced with Anderson windows, and the original brackets and dentils at the cornice were removed, hand-painted and reattached. In 2018 the expansive patio was completed with Unilock pavers and professional landscaping. The home has zoned heating and cooling with two new central air units installed in 2021. In 2023 a 100 amp main breaker panel and a 100 amp sub-panel were installed to replace the existing fuses. The interior of the home had plaster repairs where needed and walls were freshly painted. Upstairs, you'll find the four bedrooms, each one uniquely designed with its own character. Two bathrooms have also been updated with modern fixtures, making them both beautiful and functional. This historic home in Ottawa, Illinois, is truly a one-of-a-kind property that offers both character and convenience. See additional information for further maintenance details and historical information!
Sep 18, 2023 Sold
Sold
May 4, 2023 Listed by RE/MAX 1st Choice $359,000
Listed by RE/MAX 1st Choice

Property Highlights

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Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1876
  • Effective Year Built: 1876
  • Bedroom Count: 0
  • Building Condition: 0
  • Building Quality: 0
  • Construction Type: 0
  • Building Style: 0
  • Exterior Walls Type: 0
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 0
  • Roof Cover Type: 0
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 0
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: 0
  • Parking Space Count: 0
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 0

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 7,213
  • Total Building Area: 2,998
  • Gross Building Area: 2,998
  • Building Area: 2,998
  • Building Area Measurement: T

    Heating and Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: 0
  • Heating: 0
  • Heated Square Feet: 2,998
  • Heating Fuel Type: 0

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: GREENS ADD
  • Land Acres: 0000000165
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1999
  • County Land Use Code: 0040
  • Legal Description 1: GREEN'S ADD, LT 13 BLK 13 SEC 12-33-3

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Ottawa Elementary School District 141
  • Census Tract: 962300

Geography

  • District: OT
  • Parcel: 21-12-142-013
  • Block: 13
  • Lot: 13
  • Meridian: SEC 12 TWN 33 RNG 03
  • Municipality: OTTAWA TOWNSHIP
  • Latitude: 41.347
  • Longitude: -88.8336

    Address

  • Full Address: 526 Congress St
  • Address - House Number: 526
  • Address - Street Name: Congress
  • Address - Suffix Type: St
  • State: IL
  • City Name: Ottawa
  • Carrier Code: C012
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 3016
  • Zip Code: 61350

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Amount: $0
  • Tax Rate Code Area: OT002

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.1069
  • Valuation Date: Feb 14, 2024
  • Confidence Score: 89
  • Final Value: 356,966
  • High Value: 395,151
  • Low Value: 318,781

    Market Valuation

  • Market Total Value: $190,191
  • Market Land Value: $30,936
  • Market Improvement Value: $159,255

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2022
  • Assessed Total Value: $63,397
  • Assessed Land Value: $10,312
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $53,085

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Dec 08, 2023
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Dec 08, 2023
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 71
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 2023-13119
  • Previous Sale Recording Date: Dec 08, 2023
  • Previous Sale Contract Date: Dec 08, 2023
  • Previous Sale Amount: $355,000
  • Previous Sale Document Type: 71

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