Downtown Ottawa, IL homes for sale & real estate

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$270,000

3 beds2 baths2,300 sq ft

1009 Paul St, Ottawa, IL 61350

Alley access • Central a/c • First-floor laundry

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Downtown Ottawa, IL Homes for Sale
Attention Owners/Investors, Don't miss out on this 6400 sq ft 2 story building investment opportunity in historical downtown Ottawa and located one block from the courthouse and in the Heart of Strarved Rock Country. The first floor is 3200 sq ft and is currently vacant. Offering lots of large offices, soaring ceilings, conference room, entryway for that perfect greeter. Bathrooms and kitchen all on the first floor. A little elbow grease and some cosmetic work will have potential tenants knocking down the door. The second floor is 3200 sq ft and is fully leased at. After your facelift of the first floor, the building value and income will increase. There is an elevator servicing both first

$510,000

— beds— baths6,400 sq ft

227 W Madison St, Ottawa, IL 61350

Entryway • Soaring ceilings • Conference room

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Downtown Ottawa, IL Homes for Sale
This is the former Carson Pirie Scott building in its central downtown Ottawa location. This 3 story structure has approximately 42,032+/- sq. ft. , including the basement. There is approximately one hundred feet of frontage on LaSalle Street. There are three spacious occupied store fronts on the ground level. There is a four story elevator that will require upgrading. There is a three story winding staircase. The roof needs replacement. Funds may be available from several programs, i. e. the TIF District, Enterprise Zone, Facade Improvement Program, and Historic Restoration Project. It is estimated that it will cost close to $1,600,000 to finish all of the necessary updating for this buil

$449,900

— beds— baths42,032 sq ft

814 - 820 Lasalle St, Ottawa, IL 61350

Four story elevator • 0.3 acre lot • Built 1960

$103,000

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806 Fulton St, Ottawa, IL 61350

Listed 62 days

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Downtown Ottawa, IL Homes for Sale
1+ acre lot in upscale northside subdivision. Phase I of Shadow Ridge Subdivision Close to town. Located in desired Wallace School district.

$59,900

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2950 E 1479 Rd, Ottawa, IL 61350

Upscale subdivision • 1 acre lot • Listed 419 days

Property at 2954 E 1479th Rd, Ottawa, IL 61350

$59,900

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2954 E 1479th Rd, Ottawa, IL 61350

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ABOUT THIS HOME
Downtown Ottawa, IL Homes for Sale
This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers solid bones and beautiful hardwood floors throughout. The layout includes a spacious living area, a 1-car garage, and a fully fenced backyard. Perfect for buyers or investors looking for a project with some of the work already started it just needs finished to your liking. Bring your ideas and make this home your own! SOLD AS-IS

$114,900

3 beds2 baths1,288 sq ft

522 E Superior St, Ottawa, IL 61350

Spacious living area • Hardwood floors • 4,400 sq ft lot

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Downtown Ottawa, IL Homes for Sale
Two story 2 unit building ~ Unit A offers (main floor) a covered front porch, spacious living room and dining room with hardwood floors, updated kitchen; including a dishwasher & microwave and has laundry accommodations. The second level offers two bedrooms with hardwood floors and a full bathroom. Off street parking ~ Unit B offers (main floor) a covered side porch, living room, dining room, updated kitchen and closet laundry. The second level offers two bedrooms with hardwood floors and a full bathroom ~ Off street parking with alley access ~ Full, unfinished basement with exterior access ~ Separate gas and electric ~ Tenant pays electric and gas

$169,000

4 beds2 baths— sq ft

1116 Paul St, Ottawa, IL 61350

Covered front porch • Off street parking • Updated kitchen

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Downtown Ottawa, IL Homes for Sale
Old world charm in this two unit brick bungalow ~ Covered front porch that leads into the inviting foyer to gain entry to both units ~ Unit A (main floor) offers a kitchen, living room, dining room, 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with built-in's and pocket doors. Access to the full basement. Washer and Dryer on site ~ Unit B (2nd floor) offers a kitchen, living room, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. Laundry on site ~ Separate electric and gas meters ~ Separate furnaces and hot water heaters

$169,000

3 beds2 baths— sq ft

1125 Paul St, Ottawa, IL 61350

Covered front porch • Inviting foyer • Separate gas meters

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Downtown Ottawa, IL Homes for Sale
This recently remodeled two-story Eastside home with FOUR lots offers the perfect blend of history and modern comfort-plus a front-row view of Ottawa's softball field. A new concrete front porch and ramp (2023) lead into a bright, open-concept layout designed for everyday living and entertaining. The main floor features an updated kitchen (2023) with newer appliances that flows seamlessly into a spacious great room, complete with a convenient half bath for guests. The first-floor primary suite provides a private retreat with a beautifully updated ensuite featuring ceramic tile, heated floors, and a smart toilet, along with a stunning cedar walk-in closet added in 2024. Upstairs, you'll find

$629,000

4 beds2.5 baths2,773 sq ft

527 E Main St, Ottawa, IL 61350

Front row view • Spacious great room • Remodeled two story

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ABOUT THIS HOME
Downtown Ottawa, IL Homes for Sale
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 highlig

$276,900

5 beds1.5 baths2,830 sq ft

326 Congress St, Ottawa, IL 61350

Brick lined street • 12 foot ceilings • 10 foot ceilings

Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of Wed Dec 10 2025. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.

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