Discover the perfect setting for your dream home or getaway on this beautiful 2.08-acre wooded lot! Ideally located along Route 71 with additional access from E. 1251st Road, this unique L-shaped property offers peaceful surroundings, scenic views of the Illinois River, and plenty of room to bring your vision to life. Enjoy the feeling of being tucked away in nature while remaining just minutes from everything the area has to offer. Catlin Park is approximately 1.2 miles away, with the Illinois Canyon Trailhead, Ottawa Canyon Trailhead, and Lone Point Boat Ramp & Shelter just 1.4 miles away! Starved Rock State Park's main entrance is approximately 6.6 miles away, and Matthiessen State Park is just a 12-minute drive. Downtown Ottawa's restaurants, shopping, and amenities are also conveniently located just 5 miles away. Whether you're dreaming of a full-time residence, a private second home, or exploring the potential for a vacation getaway near some of Illinois' most popular outdoor destinations, this property offers an exciting opportunity. With no HOA or minimum building requirements, you have the flexibility to explore the possibilities for your ideal home and outbuilding. Buyers should contact LaSalle County to verify zoning, building requirements, permitted uses, and any other applicable restrictions. A rare opportunity to enjoy space, nature, and convenience all in one location!
Vacant landProperty Type
2.08 acresLot Size
$28,654Price/Acres
Listed by George Shanley• Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
1,638 sq ft lot • 2 parking spots • Community pool
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Deer Park Child Care Elementary School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 4.0mi
9/10
Ottawa Township High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.5mi
3/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Property details
Exterior
Exterior features
Level, wooded land
City street and county road frontage
Asphalt and gravel road surfaces
Home design
Land
Utilities
Electricity nearby
Natural gas nearby
Sale and tax history for 0000 E IL ST RT 71
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12803195
Nov 10, 2026
Listed (Active)
$59,600
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,103 (+3.2%)
$16,976
2024
$1,069 (+3.5%)
$16,976
2023
$1,033 (+6.2%)
$15,646
2022
$973 (+5.9%)
$14,388
2021
$919 (+5.5%)
$13,136
2020
$871 (+2.2%)
$12,316
2019
$853 (−1.7%)
$11,743
2018
$867 (+3.5%)
$11,390
2017
$838 (−4.6%)
$11,099
2016
$878
$10,858
Public record
Public record
Zoning
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Lot size
2.08 Acres
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Year built
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Style
Vacant Land
County
LaSalle County
APN
22-19-415-000
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Last updated by owner on Sep 16, 2026.
A-1
Agriculture District
The A-1 Agriculture District is designed to encourage farming practices and related agricultural uses on those lands which are uniquely situated for farming uses due to type of soils, location and/or topography.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Greenhouse / nursery
Housing-Single unit
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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Historical weather
Ottawa, IL • 61350
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Sun exposure
100/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 4% for direct sun exposure in Ottawa. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.4 hrs
6.3 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 0000 E IL ST RT 71
We cannot show automated home-value estimates for this home.
Nearby homes have recently sold between $60,000 and $164,500.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $60K to $165K.