536 Fort St

Ottawa, IL 61350

$165,300
Last Sold Price
2
Beds
1,275 Sq. Ft.
$130 / Sq. Ft.
1,275
Sq. Ft.
$130
per Sq. Ft.
Closed 10/30/25
Closed 10/30/25
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Description

Welcome to 536 Fort Street, a charming and well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home offering approximately 1,275 square feet of living space on a quiet street in Ottawa. This home features numerous updates completed in 2017, including a new roof, siding, Andersen brand windows and doors, a new furnace, and a professionally installed drain tile system in the basement. The central air conditioning unit was replaced in 2018, and the basement has been reinforced for added peace of mind. Inside, you'll...Welcome to 536 Fort Street, a charming and well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home offering approximately 1,275 square feet of living space on a quiet street in Ottawa. This home features numerous updates completed in 2017, including a new roof, siding, Andersen brand windows and doors, a new furnace, and a professionally installed drain tile system in the basement. The central air conditioning unit was replaced in 2018, and the basement has been reinforced for added peace of mind. Inside, you'll find original hardwood flooring in the bedrooms, a cozy wood-burning fireplace in the living room, and newer stainless steel appliances in the kitchen. This property combines classic charm with modern functionality and is conveniently located less than 5 minutes from downtown Ottawa, under 2 miles from Ottawa Township High School, and close to area parks, restaurants, and shopping. Whether you're a first-time buyer or looking to downsize, this home is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy comfort and convenience in a move-in ready space.
  1. Listed by Jacob Tazelaar • RE/MAX Ultimate Professionals
    P: (815)-566-2700 C: (815)-566-2700 Jaketazelaar@remax.net
  2. Listed by Tara Davies • Re/Max Ultimate Professionals
    P: (815)-274-2369 C: (815)-274-2369 taradaviesrealtor@gmail.com

Sold By Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group

Property Details for 536 Fort Street

Area
Danway / Dayton / Naplate / Ottawa / Prairie Cent
Township
Ottawa
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
1.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
1.0
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas
LISTING UPDATED: 11/01/2025 03:38 AM

Property Details for 536 Fort Street

StatusClosed
MLS #12473314
Days on Market6
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 1 Story
Year Built1955
Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,500 SF
CountyLaSalle County

Location

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Building Information for 536 Fort Street

Stories-Year Built1955Building Size-Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,500 SF

Payment Calculator

$817 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$817

Property Taxes

$0

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 536 Fort 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: On Site, Attached, Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 5
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Basement Type: Unfinished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 2
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
Exterior Features
  • Type: 1 Story
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 61-70 Years
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 100x75
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Vinyl Siding
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Living Area Source: Landlord/Tenant/Seller
  • Assessor Square Footage: 1267
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 3
  • Document Date: 2025-09-18T18:02:10
  • Photos Count: 30
  • 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 Dimensions: 14X13
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 11X13
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 9X13
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 10X11
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Laundry
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 9X13

Property History for 536 Fort Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 30, 2025

Sold

MRED #12473314

$165,300—
Oct 27, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1921533068

$165,500

+10.4% / yr

Sep 21, 2025

Pending

MRED #12473314

—
Sep 21, 2025

Contingent

MRED #12473314

—
Sep 16, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12473314

$165,000—
Dec 18, 2012

Sold

MRED #08209209

$46,000—
Nov 14, 2012

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1119237673

$46,000

-9.4% / yr

Nov 12, 2012

Pending

MRED #08209209

—
Oct 26, 2012

Listed (Active)

MRED #08209209

$49,900—
Jul 12, 2008

Sold

MRED #6967435

—
Jul 12, 2008

Pending

MRED #6967435

—
Mar 4, 2008

Sold

MRED #6967435

$74,700—
Dec 10, 2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1116962041

$74,700—
Aug 17, 2007

Listed (Active)

MRED #6967435

$76,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/30/2025

Sold

MRED #12473314

$165,300
10/27/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1921533068

$165,500

+10.4% / yr

09/21/2025

Pending

MRED #12473314

—
09/21/2025

Contingent

MRED #12473314

—
09/16/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12473314

$165,000
12/18/2012

Sold

MRED #08209209

$46,000
11/14/2012

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1119237673

$46,000

-9.4% / yr

11/12/2012

Pending

MRED #08209209

—
10/26/2012

Listed (Active)

MRED #08209209

$49,900
07/12/2008

Sold

MRED #6967435

—
07/12/2008

Pending

MRED #6967435

—
03/04/2008

Sold

MRED #6967435

$74,700
12/10/2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1116962041

$74,700
08/17/2007

Listed (Active)

MRED #6967435

$76,000

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

Public Records for 536 Fort Street

Taxable ValueLand$7,444Additions$34,894Total$42,338
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,267 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,267 SqFtStories1Lot Size7,405 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1955CountyLASALLEAPN22-14-110-014Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 536 Fort Street

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

Shepherd Middle School
Public7 to 8

Ottawa Township High School
Public9 to 12

Mckinley 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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