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Ottawa 61350
542 Chapel Street
$375,000
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542 Chapel Street

Ottawa, IL 61350
bedrooms
3 Beds
bathrooms
2 Baths, 2 Half Baths
square feet
2,526 Ft²
$2,826
Est. Monthly

About This Property

Experience riverfront living at its finest on Ottawa's Historic East Side ,  the Town Of Two Rivers and Starved Rock Country! This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2 full and 2 half-bathroom home combines timeless character with modern comfort and stunning panoramic views of the Fox river. From the moment you arrive, the inviting front porch sets the tone for this charming property. Inside, the living room offers a peaceful retreat, leading to a gorgeous formal dining room that truly serves as the heart of the home-perfectly connecting the main floor bedroom, kitchen, and full bathroom.    The updated cook's kitchen features soapstone countertops and backsplash, rich cabinetry, and a thoughtful layout ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. A sun-filled back sunroom/river room steals the show with dramatic windows that showcase breathtaking river views and offers additional space for dining or relaxing. Just off this area, you'll find a flexible room that can serve as a den, office, or guest bedroom with its own private half bathroom.    Upstairs, the spacious primary suite offers built-in storage, generous closet space, and a full bathroom for added comfort. The walk-out lower level provides even more living space, including a family room, laundry area, multiple flex rooms, a half bathroom, and direct access to a patio overlooking the river-perfect for enjoying tranquil sunsets over the water.    Step outside to discover your own fenced private retreat, complete with multiple decks overlooking the river, with a private side yard, and a screened-in porch attached to the two-car garage-ideal for relaxing with a view. Recent updates include a new A/C unit (2023), fence installation (2024), washer and dryer (2025), and a new Thor oven (2025).    Conveniently located within walking distance to Ottawa's vibrant downtown restaurants, shops, the new YMCA, and the scenic riverwalk, this home offers the perfect balance of small-town charm and peaceful waterfront living. Don't miss your chance to own one of Ottawa's most special riverfront homes!
Unit Size
2,526 Ft²
Days on Market
-
Land Size
0.27 acres
Price per sqft
$173
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$680
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1900

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Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1900
  • Effective Year Built: 1900
  • 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: 11,761
  • Total Building Area: 1,860
  • Gross Building Area: 1,860
  • Building Area: 1,860
  • Building Area Measurement: T

    Heating and Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: 0
  • Heating: 0
  • Heating Fuel Type: 0

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: GREENS ADD
  • Land Acres: 0000000270
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1999
  • County Land Use Code: 0040
  • Legal Description 1: GREEN'S ADD, LT 1 BLK 4 & W28.5' VAC YORK ST & E9 1/2 LT 2 BLK 4 SEC 12-33-3

Neighborhood

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

Geography

  • District: OT
  • Parcel: 21-12-132-011
  • Block: 4
  • Lot: 1-2
  • Meridian: SEC 12 TWN 33 RNG 03
  • Municipality: OTTAWA TOWNSHIP
  • Latitude: 41.3487
  • Longitude: -88.833

    Address

  • Full Address: 542 Chapel St
  • Address - House Number: 542
  • Address - Street Name: Chapel
  • Address - Suffix Type: St
  • State: IL
  • City Name: Ottawa
  • Carrier Code: C012
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 3004
  • Zip Code: 61350

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Amount: $687,286
  • Tax Rate Code Area: OT002

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.1361
  • Valuation Date: Jun 14, 2023
  • Confidence Score: 72
  • Final Value: 332,841
  • High Value: 378,157
  • Low Value: 287,524

    Market Valuation

  • Market Total Value: $193,119
  • Market Land Value: $68,277
  • Market Improvement Value: $124,842

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2022
  • Assessed Total Value: $64,373
  • Assessed Land Value: $22,759
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $41,614

    Sales

  • Current Sale Recording Date: May 25, 2015
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 27
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 201507170
  • Previous Sale Recording Date: Aug 18, 2006
  • Previous Sale Contract Date: Aug 18, 2006
  • Previous Sale Amount: $340,000
  • Previous Sale Document Type: 71

    Financing

  • First Mortgage Financing Type: FIX
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 542 Chapel Street built and last sold?
The property at 542 Chapel Street was built in 1900 and last sold on Jan 1, 1970 for $307,000.
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