326 Congress St

Ottawa, IL 61350

$276,900
Price
5
Beds
2,830 Sq. Ft.
$98 / Sq. Ft.
2,830
Sq. Ft.
$98
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Proudly situated on Ottawa's East Side Historic District, this timeless home combines rich character with an unbeatable location. Just steps from the Fox and Illinois Rivers, walking distance to downtown restaurants, shopping, and the new YMCA, and only a short drive to Starved Rock and Matthiessen State Parks with easy interstate access for commuters, this home offers the perfect blend of charm and convenience. The exterior welcomes you with its stately presence, original paver sidewalks, and a...Proudly situated on Ottawa's East Side Historic District, this timeless home combines rich character with an unbeatable location. Just steps from the Fox and Illinois Rivers, walking distance to downtown restaurants, shopping, and the new YMCA, and only a short drive to Starved Rock and Matthiessen State Parks with easy interstate access for commuters, this home offers the perfect blend of charm and convenience. The exterior welcomes you with its stately presence, original paver sidewalks, and a brick-lined street that sets the tone for the history within. Inside, soaring 12-foot ceilings on the main level and 10-foot ceilings upstairs create a grand sense of space. A gracious foyer highlights a dramatic staircase and stunning original woodwork. Flanking the foyer, the living and family rooms showcase the same exquisite craftsmanship, each anchored by a marble wood-burning fireplace and both featuring hidden bookshelves. Off the living room, the formal dining room features ornate hardwood floors, two built-ins, and dual access to the kitchen-one through a guest hallway and another via a walk-through butler's pantry lined with cabinetry for storage. The spacious kitchen includes an eating area, main-floor laundry, and direct access to a private screened porch as well as a second staircase to the upper level. A main-floor bedroom (or ideal for a study/den) features a walk-in closet and the oversized half bathroom offers flexibility, with potential to be converted into a full bathroom if desired. The home is brimming with historic details, from ornate door handles and decorative ceiling medallions to the unique front double doors that make a lasting first impression. Upstairs, you'll find four large bedrooms and a full bathroom, each space echoing the character and charm that defines this home. Loaded with historic detail, original features, and endless potential, this property is ready for its next chapter. If you've dreamed of living in a historic home within walking distance of downtown, this is the one.
  1. Listed by George Shanley • Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
    P: (815)-228-1859 C: (815)-228-1859 GShanley@Coldwellhomes.com

Property Details for 326 Congress Street

Area
Danway / Dayton / Naplate / Ottawa / Prairie Cent
Township
Ottawa
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
1.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
5.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
2
LISTING UPDATED: 12/20/2025 03:21 PM

Property Details for 326 Congress Street

StatusActive
MLS #12463885
Days on Market112
Taxes$2,456 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 1.5 Story
Year Built1900
Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,405 SF
CountyLaSalle County

Location

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Building Information for 326 Congress Street

Stories-Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,405 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,573 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,368

Property Taxes

$205

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 326 Congress Street

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 141
  • High School District: 140
  • High School: Ottawa Township High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 141
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Concrete, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Off Street, Driveway, Owned, Garage
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: South
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, Historic/Period Mlwk, Separate Dining Room
  • Num Of Rooms: 10
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Park, Sidewalks
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Basement Type: Unfinished, Partial
  • Bedrooms Possible: 5
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Foyer, Walk In Closet, Breakfast Room, Screened Porch
  • Num of Baths: 1.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 1.5 Story
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 1.5 Story
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot, Level
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
  • Lot Dimensions: 60x120
  • Zero Lot Line: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Aluminum Siding
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • General Information: Historical District
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Assessor Square Footage: 2830
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2025-09-04T23:34:53
  • Photos Count: 40
  • Rural: N
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Half
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 17X13
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 14X14
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 13X14
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 13X15
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 14X12
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 22X13
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 14X20
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 12X13
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Laundry
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 16X20
Walk In Closet 1 Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Walk In Closet
  • Dimensions: 4X8
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Dimensions: 6X24
Breakfast Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Dimensions: 10X13
Screened Porch Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Screened Porch
  • Dimensions: 6X22

Property History for 326 Congress Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 6, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12463885

$286,900—
Sep 26, 2025

Contingent

MRED #12463885

—
Sep 5, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12463885

$286,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/06/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12463885

$286,900
09/26/2025

Contingent

MRED #12463885

—
09/05/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12463885

$286,900

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 326 Congress Street

Taxable ValueLand$7,574Additions$48,323Total$55,897
Tax Record2024$2,456 ($205 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt2,830 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,830 SqFtStories2Lot Size7,405 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900CountyLASALLEAPN21-11-251-009

Schools near 326 Congress Street

This home is within Ottawa Esd 141 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Jefferson Elementary School
Public - PK to 4
Shepherd Middle School
Public - 7 to 8
Ottawa Township High School
Public - 9 to 12
Lincoln Elementary School
Public - PK to 4
Rating
School
Distance
Jefferson Elementary School
PublicPK to 4

Shepherd Middle School
Public7 to 8

Ottawa Township High School
Public9 to 12

Lincoln Elementary School
PublicPK to 4

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 326 Congress Street, Ottawa, IL 61350

326 Congress Street is a single family home for sale in Ottawa, IL 61350. This property was listed for sale on September 5, 2025 by Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group, it's currently listed at $276,900. This listing's school districts are Ottawa Esd 141 School District, Ottawa Twp Hsd 140 School District. Nearby schools include Jefferson Elementary School, Shepherd Middle School and Ottawa Township High School. 326 Congress Street is a 5-bed, 2-bath, 2,830 sqft single family home built in 1900.

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