1237 Illinois Ave, Ottawa, IL 61350
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OFF MARKET

$217,900

Trulia Estimate
  • 5 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,485 sqft

1237 Illinois Ave, Ottawa, IL 61350

Est. Refi. Payment $1,610/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jan 22, 2025 for $196,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$218K
Since last month
Increased$4K (+1.9%)
Since last year
Increased$11K (+5%)
Since last sale
Increased$23K (+11.8%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +100% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$219K
July 2026$215K
June 2026$219K
May 2026$217K
April 2026$216K
March 2026$217K
February 2026$215K
January 2026$215K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
130 Riverview Dr, Ottawa, IL
0.15
Single-Family Home
$220,000
06/30/26
3
1.5
1,297
1307 W Washington St, Ottawa, IL
0.51
Single-Family Home
$199,900
04/30/26
5
2
1,292
1322 W Madison St, Ottawa, IL
0.26
Single-Family Home
$275,000
11/05/25
3
2
1,298
906 W Madison St, Ottawa, IL
0.32
Single-Family Home
$212,000
09/18/25
4
1.5
2,052
1503 Ottawa Ave, Ottawa, IL
0.36
Single-Family Home
$214,900
09/16/25
3
2
1,791
1610 Huron St, Ottawa, IL
0.34
Single-Family Home
$185,000
04/13/26
4
2
1,100
1601 W Jefferson St, Ottawa, IL
0.43
Single-Family Home
$230,000
07/15/26
3
1
1,368
226 Clay St, Ottawa, IL
0.36
Single-Family Home
$260,000
06/15/26
4
2
2,064
1000 Douglas St, Ottawa, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$216,000
02/23/26
3
2.5
1,288

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
Address Not Disclosed, Ottawa, IL 61350
0.04
$172,000
6
3
-
Recently Sold
1227 Illinois Ave, Ottawa, IL 61350
0.03
$200,300
2
1
1,076
Off Market
1265 Illinois Ave, Ottawa, IL 61350
0.05
$176,600
6
3
-
Off Market
1238 Douglas St, Ottawa, IL 61350
0.10
$153,000
2
1
1,008
Off Market
317 Saint James St, Ottawa, IL 61350
0.07
$91,600
2
1
893
Off Market
203 Leland St, Ottawa, IL 61350
0.11
$141,600
2
1
1,028
Off Market
1307 Illinois Ave, Ottawa, IL 61350
0.08
$250,000
2
2
1,425
Recently Sold
1235 Phelps St, Ottawa, IL 61350
0.07
$125,400
3
1
1,273
Off Market
415 Leland St, Ottawa, IL 61350
0.09
$166,100
2
1
1,137
Off Market
1007 Ottawa Ave, Ottawa, IL 61350
0.14
$227,100
3
1.5
1,600
Off Market
130 Riverview Dr, Ottawa, IL 61350
0.15
$220,000
3
1.5
1,297
Recently Sold

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1946
Living Area
1,485 sqft
Price/Sqft
$147
Parking
Garage
HOA
None

About this House

Beautifully maintained 5-bedroom, 1.1-bathroom, 1.5-story home blends timeless charm with modern convenience. Step inside to an inviting enclosed front porch, perfect for relaxing. The main level features a spacious living and formal dining area (combined dimensions of 11x25), showcasing original natural hardwood floors and woodwork. The eat-in kitchen offers ample cabinetry and includes appliances for your convenience. Two main-floor bedrooms and a full bathroom with a tub/shower combo complete the level. Upstairs, you'll find three additional bedrooms, one with attic dormer storage for added functionality. The lower level provides extra living space with a rec room featuring a vintage bar, a half bath, and a laundry area complete with the original laundry chute. The outdoor space includes a private, partially fenced backyard with a patio, perfect for entertaining or relaxing. The detached 2-car garage, built in 2012, includes 220V service, ideal for electric vehicles or hobby projects. This home is a perfect blend of vintage charm and thoughtful updates-don't miss it!
1237 Illinois Ave, Ottawa, IL 61350 is a 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,485 sqft single-family home built in 1946. It last sold for $196,000 on Jan 22, 2025 (2% below the $199,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $217,900, with a rent estimate of $2,429/month.
Last check for updates: about 23 hours ago
Listed by George Shanley, (815) 228-1859
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
Bought with: Alan Holtz, (815) 592-2255, VYLLA Home
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12213599

Home Details for 1237 Illinois Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partially Finished,Rec/Family Area,FullNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Dining Room, Enclosed Porch, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1485 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, WasherRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
No Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood
View
No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 5Parking: Concrete,Garage Door Opener,On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Off Street,Driveway,Owned,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1946
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Bungalow
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, BrickNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 2110427006

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $199,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Dec 09 2024Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Ottawa
School Information
Elementary School District: 141Jr High / Middle School District: 141High School District: 140

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6908.616 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12213599

Additional Information

Source Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jan 22, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12213599
Sold
$196,000
Dec 9, 2024
Source: Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group #12213599
Pending
$199,000
Dec 9, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12213599
Contingent
$199,000
Dec 2, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12213599
Listed For Sale
$199,000
Oct 18, 2019
Source: N/A
Sold
$120,000

Market trends in Ottawa

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$192K
$4.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.6%
Price per sq ft
$157
$11MoM
Available listings
101
10MoM

Around this home

What Locals Say about Ottawa

At least 136 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 87 % Say car is needed

  • 87 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 82 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 81 % Say parking is easy

  • 78 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 78 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 71 % Say it's quiet

  • 70 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 68 % Say kids play outside

  • 58 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 55 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 55 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 52 % Say there's wildlife

  • 49 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 46 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 35 % Say there are community events

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  • Megan Tamblyn
    "One of us is 5 minutes away, the other works from home. Our home is 5-10 minutes from many restaurants and stores. "
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  • Dread27
    "Need a vehicle to access most areas of Ottawa. Walking is an option, due to many sidewalks. Ottawa is limited because of only one bridge crossing the Illinois River. The Northeast side of town (where the High School located) is also limited because of only 2 ways in and out. Currently it has only 1 way due to construction. "
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  • Meredith Martin Olsen
    "Small local business and lots of churches to pick from based on your religious beliefs. Neighborhood is quite "
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  • Jessica W.
    "Every Christmas Eve the neighborhood lights luminaries. We are a close knit community. Neighbors are very gracious to one another."
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  • Tenaisha K.
    "It’s Quiet peaceful and relaxing with vibrant ad outgoing people whom relax and never causes Trouble "
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  • Lisa C.
    "we have neighborhood bbqs, the town has family friendly events most weekends, lots of parks, family restaurants"
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  • Jess M.
    "Sometimes there’s a festival or an event that blocks off roads and sometimes you don’t know when they’re happening so it’s a major inconvenience when you try to get to work and there’s a lot of traffic and no one moving. "
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  • Kendra S. M.
    "Close knit community. Lots of festivals throughout the year. Wonderful local restaurants. Friendly city! "
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  • Jess M.
    "There’s a lot of other dogs so if your dog doesn’t like other dogs just be careful. Everyone picks up after there animals pretty well and most of the dogs are nice. A lot of them end up being aggressive with your dog but other than that it’s a lovely place for your dog. "
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  • Charity P.
    "Fireworks show is the best in state of Illinois for the Fourth of July everyone pitches in for the show to be better each year "
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  • Crashdummy
    "nice and quiet great place to start a family. close to schools and pharmacy friendly people in the neighbor hood"
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  • Mrsjackson09
    "South bluff neighborhood. Close to river, river views & assorted wildlife that passes through the bluff. "
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  • Brandi M. B.
    "i live here and everyone is nice and knows eachother and works together if needed so ive never had a problem with the current neiborhood im living in at this moment."
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  • Kristine M.
    "I have been living here for the past 14 years. It is the closest thing to country living. Anything you want is nearby. Raised the kids and grandchildren out here and feel like we made the best decision by moving to this area."
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  • Felix A. L. O.
    "Location cannot be beat. Lovely area filled with unique styles of homes. Not a cookie-cutter development. Quiet, peaceful and friendly. Great mix of people of all ages. Well maintained homes make the North side a sought after location. Believe it or not, there are people who actually did not know this area of Ottawa exists. Close enough to the downtown area if you choose to take a nice walk to the riverfront. Good caring neighbors. Cannot emphasize enough how nice and tranquil it is in this area. Great School District, close to all churches and Ottawa Regional Hospital and Medical Center. Definately a lovely place to live. "
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Frequently asked questions about 1237 Illinois Ave

  • What is 1237 Illinois Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1237 Illinois Ave in Ottawa, IL is $217,900.
  • What is the price history for 1237 Illinois Ave?
    1237 Illinois Ave in Ottawa, IL last sold for $196,000 in January 2025.
  • Is Ottawa a buyer's or seller's market?
    Ottawa is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Ottawa?
    The median sale price in Ottawa is $192K. That is up $4.67K from the prior month.
  • Does 1237 Illinois Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1237 Illinois Ave in Ottawa, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 1237 Illinois Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1237 Illinois Ave in Ottawa, IL has laundry facilities.

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