Beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2-bath townhouse in Ottawa featuring an attached 2-car garage, full basement, newer deck, and extensive updates throughout. Step inside to a bright, inviting interior featuring beautiful hardwood flooring and a comfortable, functional layout. The updated kitchen offers white cabinetry, stainless-steel appliances, gray tile backsplash, generous counter space, and modern fixtures, with an open connection to the living and dining areas. The spacious living room provides plenty of room for relaxing or entertaining, while the adjoining dining area offers direct access to the newer deck—perfect for grilling, entertaining, or enjoying the outdoors. Both bathrooms have been beautifully updated. One of the home’s standout features is the custom tiled walk-in shower with glass enclosure, rainfall-style shower system, handheld sprayer, built-in tiled niche, and pebble-style shower floor. The additional bathroom features an updated tiled tub/shower surround with glass enclosure, updated vanity, and modern fixtures. Upstairs you’ll find two spacious bedrooms with generous closet space and plenty of natural light. The full basement provides valuable additional space for storage, a home gym, workshop, recreation area, or future finishing possibilities. Outside, enjoy established landscaping, the newer deck, private driveway, and attached 2-car garage providing convenient parking and additional storage. With updated bathrooms and kitchen, hardwood flooring, full basement, newer deck, attached 2-car garage, and move-in-ready condition, 853 W McKinley Rd offers a great combination of modern updates, comfortable living space, and low-maintenance townhouse living in Ottawa.
South Ottawa, located between the Illinois River and U.S. Route 6, is a residential and river-adjacent Ottawa neighborhood with a bluff-lined shoreline and a grid of older streets. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Ottawa Riverfront and the junction of LaSalle Street and Madison Street, where storefronts, patios, and civic buildings set a steady downtown rhythm. Historic brick and frame homes mix with small apartment buildings, and the terrain shifts toward river overlooks and park paths. Washington Square Park frames community gatherings, while the Ottawa Township High School campus anchors daily routines. The Reddick Mansion and the historic downtown theater scene add cultural weight without feeling formal. Trails and river views keep the pace grounded in the landscape.
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Market insights
853 W McKinley Rd · $247,000
DAYS ON MARKET
37 days
The average home goes pending in 34 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
100.0%
Most homes are selling 0% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$247,000
Median sale price in this area is $189,676. (23% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
5% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Exterior
Property Features
Year Built: 1996
Living Area: 988
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Finished Sq. Ft.: —
Unfinished Sq. Ft.: —
Total Sq. Ft.: 988
Stories: —
Lot Size: 6,534 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 1996
Year Renovated: —
County: LaSalle County
APN: 22-23-100-024
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 23, 2026
Sale and tax history for 853 W McKinley Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12792127
Oct 23, 2026
Listed (Active)
$235,000
$238/sq ft
+18
Welcome to 853 W McKinley Rd., in Ottawa! This two-story, 2-bedroom, 2-bath half duplex combines an inviting layout with modern updates throughout. A dramatic two-story foyer and open oak staircase welcome you inside, where exotic hardwood flooring and modern lighting create a stylish, warm atmosphere. The kitchen features a stainless steel appliance package and an adjoining dining area, perfect for everyday meals and entertaining. A beautifully updated bathroom showcases a ceramic tile walk-in shower, adding a touch of luxury to your daily routine. Step outside onto the large deck to relax or enjoy outdoor dining. A full basement offers valuable storage and potential for additional living space, while the attached two-car garage adds everyday convenience. Schedule your private showing today!
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Sep 20, 2026
Listed
$247,000
$250/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10611537
Jun 13, 2020
Listing Removed
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Apr 21, 2020
Listing Removed
—
Public Records
Dec 4, 2018
Sold
$119,000
$120/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 15, 2017
Sold
$80,000
$81/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 1, 2005
Sold
$108,000
$109/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 31, 2002
Sold
$90,000
$91/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,081 (+6.8%)
$9,999 + $46,449
$56,448
2024
$4,758 (+7.6%)
$9,999 + $46,449
$56,448
2023
$4,420 (+9.7%)
$9,216 + $42,810
$52,026
2022
$4,028 (+7.1%)
$8,475 + $39,369
$47,844
2021
$3,761 (+6.3%)
$7,500 + $36,167
$43,667
2020
$3,536 (+0.3%)
$7,032 + $33,909
$40,941
2019
$3,526 (+3.2%)
$6,705 + $32,331
$39,036
2018
$3,416 (−14.1%)
$6,503 + $31,359
$37,862
2017
$3,975 (+3.3%)
$6,337 + $30,558
$36,895
2016
$3,847 (+4.8%)
$6,199 + $29,894
$36,093
2015
$3,670 (+10.0%)
$5,978 + $28,827
$34,805
2013
$3,336
$5,602 + $27,014
$32,616
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
6,534 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
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Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
988
Year built
1996
Style
Townhouse
County
LaSalle County
APN
22-23-100-024
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 23, 2026.
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Single Family, Two-family And Multifamily Residence District.
This district is principally for detached single-family dwellings, two-family dwellings and multifamily dwellings.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Park & open space
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
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Redfin Estimate for 853 W McKinley Rd
$245,835
$1,165 under list price of $247K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $253K to $327K.