1522 E State Route 71, Ottawa, IL 61350
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FOR SALE
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2.2 ACRES

$599,000

  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,183 sqft (on 2.20 acres)

1522 E State Route 71, Ottawa, IL 61350

Est. Mortgage $4,295/mo*
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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
2006
Lot Size
2.2 acres
Price/Sqft
$274
Parking
Garage
HOA
None

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 1522 E State Route 71.
  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

About this House

Discover a rare retreat just minutes from town and nature alike. Located only 5 minutes from Ottawa's vibrant downtown dining and shopping and 10 minutes from the trails of Starved Rock State Park, this custom-built A-frame offers a unique blend of rustic charm and modern convenience on a scenic 2+ acre setting with direct Illinois River access. This 3-4 bedroom, 2-bathroom home has been lovingly maintained by its current and original owner and radiates warmth and character. The show stopping living room features a soaring 24-foot knotty pine cathedral ceiling, accented by a floor-to-ceiling Wisconsin river rock fireplace with authentic cedar split log mantle and an authentic elk horn chandelier imported from Montana. Large windows and sliding doors bathe the space with natural light and open to the wraparound deck-perfect for relaxing or entertaining with sweeping views of the property. The eat-in kitchen features hickory cabinetry, a hammered copper sink, and includes appliances, along with access to the deck for easy outdoor dining. The main level also offers two bedrooms with cherry hardwood flooring and double closets, plus a full bathroom with tub/shower combo. Upstairs, the primary suite is a private retreat, complete with a large bedroom, ample closet space, a cozy reading nook/office nook, and a luxurious bathroom featuring stone details, a jetted tub, and a separate shower. The lower level includes a large flex room and unfinished space with an egress window and rough-in for a future bathroom, allowing endless possibilities for expansion. Beyond the home, the property delivers exceptional amenities: a 40x40 outbuilding (built in 2007) with 8-inch thick concrete floors and half bathroom, a concrete pad for RV/boats, two RV hook-ups, an additional shed, an aviary, and a chicken coop. Enjoy riverfront living with a private deck overlooking the water and dock access-ideal for fishing, boating, or simply taking in the serene surroundings. With its ideal location, breathtaking natural setting, and rare combination of home, land, and amenities, this is more than just a property-it's a lifestyle.
Last check for updates: about 20 hours ago
Listing courtesy of: George Shanley, (815) 228-1859
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12478021
Also Listed on MRED as distributed by MLS GRID.

Home Details for 1522 E State Route 71

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partially Finished,Bath/Stubbed,Egress Window,Concrete,FullNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bonus Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Walk In Closet
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2183 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Wood Burning, Heatilator, Living RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood
View
Has a ViewView: Water, Front of Property

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltOther Structures: Workshop, Outbuilding, Poultry Coop, RV/Boat StorageFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 8Number of Covered Spaces: 8Has a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 18Parking: Gravel,Garage,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Driveway,Owned
Frontage
WaterfrontWaterfront: River FrontOn Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic Tank

Days on Market

Days on Market: 180+

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2006
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: A-Frame
Building
Construction Materials: Cedar, StoneNot a New ConstructionHas Additional Parcels
Property Information
Usage of Home: HorsesParcel Number: 2215315000Additional Parcels Description: 2215308000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $599,000Price Per Sqft: $274
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

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Location

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

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 12478021

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 3076 Square Feet

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: NoneHOA Fee: No HOA Fee

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2.2 Acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12478021Water ViewWater View: Water, Front of Property

Additional Information

Source Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD IDX Comments Reviews: NoMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD Address On VOW Display: YesMRD AVM On IDX Display: NoMRD Price History On IDX Display: YesMRD Market Time On IDX Display: YesMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address DisplayMRD Remarks On VOW Display: Yes

Around this home

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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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • 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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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

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$573K
Since last month
Increased$7K (+1.2%)
Since last year
Decreased$52K (-8.4%)
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 decreased by -8% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$573K
August 2026$560K
July 2026$566K
June 2026$566K
May 2026$588K
April 2026$590K
March 2026$593K
February 2026$590K
January 2026$584K
2025

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
1403 Shaws Ln, Ottawa, IL
0.32
Single-Family Home
$520,000
11/14/25
3
3.5
2,288
2658 E 1559th Rd, Ottawa, IL
0.61
Single-Family Home
$559,000
04/10/26
4
3
2,696
2669 E 1545th Rd, Ottawa, IL
0.49
Single-Family Home
$487,500
06/18/26
4
3.5
3,175
1239 Tower Dr, Ottawa, IL
0.42
Single-Family Home
$385,000
04/17/26
4
3.5
2,130
1235 Edna Cir, Ottawa, IL
0.57
Single-Family Home
$385,000
02/20/26
4
3
1,909
1415 Shaws Ln, Ottawa, IL
0.41
Single-Family Home
$350,000
01/16/26
4
3
1,737
1415 Dairy Ln, Ottawa, IL
0.85
Single-Family Home
$332,500
03/31/26
3
2.5
1,808
1001 4h Rd, Ottawa, IL
0.85
Single-Family Home
$257,000
03/23/26
3
2
1,833
309 19th Ave, Naplate, IL
0.61
Single-Family Home
$210,000
06/08/26
3
2
936

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
1403 Shaws Ln #12, Ottawa, IL 61350
0.32
-
-
-
-
Off Market
1403 Shaws Ln, Ottawa, IL 61350
0.32
$520,000
3
3.5
2,288
Recently Sold
1249 Tower Dr, Ottawa, IL 61350
0.34
$40,900
-
-
-
For Sale
1242 Tower Dr #8, Ottawa, IL 61350
0.38
-
-
-
-
Off Market
1401 Shaws Ln, Ottawa, IL 61350
0.39
$40,900
-
-
-
For Sale
1402 Shaws Ln #37, Ottawa, IL 61350
0.39
$40,900
-
-
-
For Sale
1405 Shaws Ln, Ottawa, IL 61350
0.39
$40,900
-
-
-
For Sale
1403 Walter Way #47, Ottawa, IL 61350
0.39
-
-
-
-
Off Market
1422 Shaws Ln, Ottawa, IL 61350
0.41
$40,900
-
-
-
For Sale
1415 Shaws Ln, Ottawa, IL 61350
0.41
$350,000
4
3
1,737
Recently Sold
1410 Shaws Ln, Ottawa, IL 61350
0.42
$426,600
4
2.5
2,625
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jun 11, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12478021
PriceChange
$599,000
Price decreased by 4%
Sep 25, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12478021
Listed For Sale
$625,000

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

George Shanley, Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
Agent Phone: (815) 228-1859
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Frequently asked questions about 1522 E State Route 71

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 1522 E State Route 71?
    Based on a $599,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 1522 E State Route 71 in Ottawa, IL is approximately $4,369 (about $3,166 principal & interest, $1,128 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 1522 E State Route 71 compare to homes in Ottawa?
    1522 E State Route 71 in Ottawa, IL is listed at $599,000, about 212% above the $192K median sale price in Ottawa.
  • What do residents say about Ottawa?
    Residents describe Ottawa, IL as dog-friendly, well-kept, and easy to park in. Most residents say you need a car. See homes for sale in Ottawa, IL.
  • What are the closest schools to 1522 E State Route 71?
    The closest schools to 1522 E State Route 71 in Ottawa, IL are Central Intermediate School (Elementary, rated 5/10), Mckinley Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 7/10), Ottawa Township High School (rated 3/10).
  • Does 1522 E State Route 71 have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1522 E State Route 71 in Ottawa, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 1522 E State Route 71 have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1522 E State Route 71 in Ottawa, IL has in-unit laundry.
1522 E State Route 71, Ottawa, IL 61350 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,183 sqft single-family home built in 2006. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MRED as distributed by MLS GRID on Sep 25, 2025. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 12478021.