Welcome to your dream Cape Cod Style waterfront retreat in the heart of Heritage Harbor Resort along the picturesque Illinois River. This exceptional home combines timeless design with modern comforts, offering an idyllic blend of elegance and relaxation. As you step inside, you'll immediately be captivated by the charm of this three-bedroom, two and a half bath haven. The first-floor master suite boasts convenience and privacy, providing a serene escape with its double vanity, expansive walk-in shower, and spacious walk-in closet. Hardwood floors guide you through the open-concept living space, where a captivating stone fireplace takes center stage, inviting cozy gatherings and warm moments on chilly evenings. The heart of the home is the thoughtfully designed kitchen adorned with granite counters and stainless steel appliances that effortlessly balance style and functionality. The second floor offers a versatile Flex Room that awaits your creative vision, whether it be a home office, studio, or cozy reading nook. Bask in the tranquility of outdoor living on three levels - a screened-in porch that offers a bug-free sanctuary for dining al fresco, and two additional levels that embrace the scenic views of the surrounding waterfront landscape. Your options for outdoor entertainment are endless, whether you're hosting a BBQ, enjoying morning coffee, or simply relishing the breathtaking sunsets. For water enthusiasts, the convenience of a seasonal boat slip located just behind the home presents a gateway to endless aquatic adventures along the Illinois River. The resort offers jet ski rentals, kayak rentals, pontoon rentals, golf cart and bike rentals as well. The unfinished 9' basement, thoughtfully roughed in for an additional bedroom and bathroom, allows for customization and expansion, catering to your future needs. The attention to detail continues in the garage, where an epoxied floor adds a touch of sophistication, and a screened garage door seamlessly extends your indoor entertainment space to the outdoors. Freshly painted walls exude a renewed sense of elegance and tranquility, while the possibilities are endless with the large attic space - awaiting your creative touch to transform it into a bonus room or private retreat. Nestled within the Heritage Harbor Resort community, you'll find an array of amenities that complement this remarkable home. Enjoy leisurely strolls along scenic walking paths, indulge your furry friend at the dog park, engage in a friendly game of pickleball, or take a refreshing dip in the outdoor pools. Savor culinary delights at the on-site restaurant, sip cocktails at the outdoor bar, and explore the expansive network of bike paths. Throughout the year, a calendar of engaging events adds a vibrant social dimension to life in this exceptional resort. Immerse yourself in the heart of Starved Rock Country, where the natural beauty of the surroundings harmonizes perfectly with the luxury and comfort of your Cape Cod Style waterfront retreat. This property offers not just a home, but a lifestyle of relaxation, adventure, and community.
Single-familyProperty Type
2015Year Built
$363Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Tammy Barry• HomeSmart Realty Group
Bought with Nicole Meyers• @properties Christies International Real Estate
The idyllic riverfront lifestyle you've been dreaming of awaits in this stunning Heritage Harbor home. Spanning three levels and showcasing gorgeous water views, this remarkable residence is designed to delight and is guaranteed to leave you in awe. Built by CL Design-Build, you can rest easy knowing expert craftsmanship and flawless attention to detail are on show throughout your new home. The main level is light-filled and spacious with a generous foyer drawing you through to the open-concept great room, kitchen and dining area. Here, a cozy fireplace, with a stone surround and a wood mantel, ensures a warm and inviting ambience while glass doors open to your screened porch overlooking the water. Hardwood floors flow underfoot and there's also a powder room, two-car attached garage and a luxurious master suite housed on this main floor. Complete with direct access to the porch, a walk-in closet and a well-appointed master bath with a walk-in tiled shower, this sumptuous owner's retreat will be a favorite place to retire at the end of the day. Two additional bedrooms, a full bath and a loft are set on the second floor along with a large deck where you can relax and admire the outlook. A full basement, with external access to a concrete patio, completes the floorplan and adds flexibility to this incredible home. You will live just steps from the water's edge with space to moor your boat and direct access to the Illinois River. The Starved Rock State Park is only minutes away and you're less than 10 minutes from Downtown Ottawa.
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10312285
Jun 7, 2019
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$477,000
$248/sq ft
Mar 19, 2019
Pending (Contingent (Do Not Show))
—
Mar 18, 2019
Listed (New)
$489,000
$255/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08646620
Mar 29, 2015
Listing Removed
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07944892
Apr 9, 2012
Listing Removed
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,056 (+5.6%)
$46,774 + $140,069
$186,843
2024
$16,151 (+8.8%)
$46,774 + $140,069
$186,843
2023
$14,849 (−2.2%)
$42,987 + $128,728
$171,715
2022
$15,184 (+4.9%)
$38,692 + $115,867
$154,559
2021
$14,472 (+4.7%)
$36,474 + $119,280
$155,754
2020
$13,826 (+1.0%)
$34,351 + $112,338
$146,689
2019
$13,690 (+3.7%)
$33,084 + $108,194
$141,278
2018
$13,197 (+2.1%)
$32,451 + $106,125
$138,576
2017
$12,926 (+325.7%)
$31,681 + $103,607
$135,288
2016
$3,036
$30,929 + $101,149
$132,078
Tax history for 14 Waterside Way
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,056 (+5.6%)
$46,774 + $140,069
$186,843
2024
$16,151 (+8.8%)
$46,774 + $140,069
$186,843
2023
$14,849 (−2.2%)
$42,987 + $128,728
$171,715
2022
$15,184 (+4.9%)
$38,692 + $115,867
$154,559
2021
$14,472 (+4.7%)
$36,474 + $119,280
$155,754
2020
$13,826 (+1.0%)
$34,351 + $112,338
$146,689
2019
$13,690 (+3.7%)
$33,084 + $108,194
$141,278
2018
$13,197 (+2.1%)
$32,451 + $106,125
$138,576
2017
$12,926 (+325.7%)
$31,681 + $103,607
$135,288
2016
$3,036
$30,929 + $101,149
$132,078
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
—
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
4,356 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,902
Year built
2015
Style
Single Family Residential
County
LaSalle County
APN
15-44-300-045
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 16, 2026.
C-3
Special Business District
This district is intended for the conduct of specialized businesses, where significant traffic volumes, noise, litter and parking requirements are anticipated.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Automotive sales
Gas station
Bank
Day care facility
Restaurant
Hospital / medical center
Hotel / motel
Office
Post office
Death related/funeral home
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking (Total): 2
Parking: Garage
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Attached
Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
Driveway: Concrete
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Possible: 3
Room Information
Room Type: Loft
Level: Second
Dimensions: 10 x 18
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Walk In Closet
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10 x 6
Room Information
Room Type: Foyer
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10 x 5
Room Information
Room Type: Balcony/Porch/Lanai
Level: Second
Dimensions: 31 x 11
Room Information
Room Type: Screened Porch
Level: Main
Dimensions: 31 x 11
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Dimensions: 13 x 18
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 13 x 18
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 11
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Island,Pantry-Closet,Custom Cabinetry
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10 x 11
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Walkout Basement
Dimensions: 5 x 7
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 23 x 15
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 13
Bath: Full
Additional Rooms Information
Loft, Walk In Closet, Foyer, Balcony/Porch/Lanai, Screened Porch
General Information: School Bus Service,Interstate Access
Parcel Number: 1544300045
Lot Information
Dimensions: 47 X 92 X 52 X 92
Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
WaterfrontYN: Yes
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $15,185
Tax Year: 2022
Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Homeowners Association Information
Association Fee: $184
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Fee Includes: Pool, Scavenger
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 230
Middle Or Junior School District: 230
High School District: 140
High School: Ottawa Township High School
Location Information
Township: Rutland
Corporate Limits: Ottawa
Directions: Take I80 east to Ottawa exit, head south on Rt. 6, left at Old chicago road, left on canal road, go in first heritage harbor entrance, take left on windward, left on port and right on waterside way.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,902
Stories: —
Lot Size: 4,356 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2015
Year Renovated: —
County: LaSalle County
APN: 15-44-300-045
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 16, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: No
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Rutland Elementary School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 4.8mi
8/10
Ottawa Township High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi
3/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Ottawa, IL • 61350
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.2 hours in
June and 3.6 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.2 hrs
3.6 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$662,000 – $801,000
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