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!
Property Details
Price:
$229,900
MLS #:
MRD12702942
Status:
Active Under Contract
Beds:
4
Baths:
2
Type:
Single Family
Neighborhood:
danwaydaytonnaplateottawaprairiecenter
Listed Date:
Aug 15, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
2,106
Year Built:
1928
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Schools
School District:
140
High School:
Ottawa Township High School
Interior
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplaces Total
1
Flooring
Carpet, Wood
Heating
Steam
Interior Features
1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Bookcases
Exterior
Architectural Style
Bungalow
Construction Materials
Brick, Plaster
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Features
Concrete, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Parking Spots
2
Parking Total
2
Patio And Porch Features
Screened
Window Features
Screens
Financial
HOA Fee Frequency
Not Applicable
HOA Includes
None
Tax Year
2025
Taxes
$6,667
Map
Community
- Address721 Congress Street Ottawa IL
- CityOttawa
- CountyLaSalle
- Zip Code61350
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Ottawa as of Oct 07, 2026
116
Single Family Listed
101
Avg DOM
195
Avg $ / SqFt
$384,151
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 721 Congress Street Ottawa IL is a Single Family for sale in Ottawa, IL, 61350. It is listed for $229,900 and features 4 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 2,106 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1928. The current price per square foot is $109. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Ottawa is $195. The average listing price for Single Family in Ottawa is $384,151.
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721 Congress Street
Ottawa, IL


