211 E  Ottawa St, Sycamore, IL 60178
PENDING

211 E Ottawa St
Sycamore, IL 60178

  • 4 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,980 sqft

$308,000

Est. Mortgage $2,211/mo*

$308,000

Est. Mortgage $2,211/mo*
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,980 sqft

Local Information

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Description

Offer verbally accepted. Paperwork pending PRICE IS SHORT SALE APPROVED BY THE BANK! Wonderful home in a fantastic location-this move-in-ready gem is a must-see! Just a short walk to downtown Sycamore, this charming 2-story home with a welcoming front porch offers 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. You'll love the newer vinyl plank flooring throughout most of the main level and the fresh carpet on the stairs, plus several recently painted rooms. The kitchen features solid-surface counters, an electric stove, a new counter-depth stainless steel fridge (2023), and a Bosch dishwasher. A convenient first-floor laundry room includes a sink and exterior access. The cozy family room has a wood-burning fireplace, and the separate dining room, complete with a pocket door to the kitchen, is perfect for family dinners. There's even a custom doggy door for the little pups in the dining room! Upstairs, you'll find 4 bedrooms with hardwood floors. The hall bath was updated in 2014 with new flooring, vanity, and tub/shower inlay. The primary suite features an updated bath (2021) with new flooring and a dual-sink vanity, plus a spacious 7x6 walk-in closet. The full basement includes a finished rec room with a dry bar, workroom space, and plenty of storage. The oversized 2-car garage has a handy kick-out and an extra door for convenience. Enjoy the fully fenced backyard with a storage shed and a 23x14 concrete patio-ideal for relaxing or entertaining. The backyard is very easy to maintain and there is great front yard with a lot of green space. Major updates include: Roof, windows, and siding (2010), new sewer main (2014), new boiler motor (2024), and some newer light fixtures (2024). Location, updates, and space-this home checks all the boxes! Don't miss this opportunity to live in a large home close to downtown Sycamore. SHORT SALE - SOLD AS-IS, WHERE IS.

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Car Garage
Outdoor
Patio
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$156
Listed
36 days ago

Home Details for 211 E Ottawa St

Active Status

MLS Status: Pending

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,FullNumber of Rooms: 10Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Game Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Work Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1980 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal, Water Softener Rented, Gas Water HeaterDishwasherDisposalLaundry: Main Level,SinkMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Steam,Baseboard,ZonedHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Steam
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Wood Burning, Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Living RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Screens, DrapesFlooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood
View
No View
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: PatioFencing: FencedOther Structures: Shed(s)Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Asphalt,Concrete,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (below surface): 580 Square Feet

Days on Market

Days on Market: 36

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1965
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, BrickNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 0632434012

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $308,000Price Per Sqft: $156
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri May 01 2026Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Sycamore
School Information
Elementary School District: 427Jr High / Middle School District: 427High School: Sycamore High SchoolHigh School District: 427

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 12624872

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 3066 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5227.2 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Short Sale

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12624872Attic: Dormer

Additional Information

CurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet PavedSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD IDX Comments Reviews: NoMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD AVM On IDX Display: NoMRD Address On VOW Display: YesMRD Price History On IDX Display: YesMRD Market Time On IDX Display: YesMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address DisplayMRD Remarks On VOW Display: Yes
Last check for updates: about 18 hours ago
Listing courtesy of: Maria Pena-Graham, ABR,GRI, (815) 756-2557
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12624872

Price History for 211 E Ottawa St

DatePriceEventSource
05/29/2026$308,000PendingMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12624872
05/01/2026$308,000ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12624872
04/28/2026$308,000PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12624872
01/13/2026$332,950PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12532853
12/30/2025$333,450PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12532853
12/15/2025$333,950Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12532853
12/15/2025$334,450ListingRemovedMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12502323
12/09/2025$334,450PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12502323
12/02/2025$334,950PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12502323
11/21/2025$335,450PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12502323
11/12/2025$335,950PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12502323
11/04/2025$336,450PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12502323
10/23/2025$336,950Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12502323
10/23/2025$337,450ListingRemovedMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12450916
10/14/2025$337,450PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12450916
09/20/2025$337,950PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12450916
09/08/2025$338,700PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12450916
08/28/2025$339,700PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12450916
08/20/2025$339,800Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12450916
08/19/2025$339,900ListingRemovedMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12429932
08/11/2025$339,900ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12429932
08/06/2025$339,900PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12429932
07/25/2025$350,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12429932
11/16/2023$295,415Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11906336
10/20/2023$290,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11906336

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$7,157
Assessment$276,267
Home facts updated by county records

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Sycamore

At least 178 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 95 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 94 % Say car is needed

  • 90 % Say parking is easy

  • 87 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 82 % Say kids play outside

  • 80 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 80 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 73 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 69 % Say it's quiet

  • 66 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 61 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 61 % Say there's wildlife

  • 60 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 57 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 39 % Say there are community events

  • 27 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Tgt7yrt746
    "Good place to live. Friendly neighborhood and good food. Lots of shops and restaurants, low crime and good schools"
  • B W
    "Too many off leash dogs. Our dog got bit when another jumped the fence because it was about 24 inches tall for a giant dog. No one cleans up anything. "
  • Faith_sandy
    "Great school district and a charming downtown with great community events. It is an extremely safe area and many wonderful people."
  • Kristen N.
    "I used to live out here in sycamore Illinois, it's a very friendly neighborhood. Would love to live here again. "
  • Tlmcd
    "We have lived in Sycamore for 10 years now. We love it! Great schools with awesome teachers. Quaint downtown area with beautiful courthouse. Pumpkin fest is the best time of the year. "
  • Scheenc
    "Go to pumpkin fest! The heron creek neighborhood is relatively quiet, which is welcome if you ask me. "
  • Taylour F. B.
    "Sycamore is small town living , everyone knows everybody. It’s peaceful and being here in the Fall is traditionally beautiful."
  • Shellgardner
    "They would like the accessibility to dog area, there is a dog park nearby as well. It is administered by the park district. "
  • Lee T. .
    "Good schools. Low crime. Nice downtown. Variety of restaurants and bars. Close to shopping. Splash pad for the kiddos, our own fitness center. There’s an older community pool also. Parks and walking trails are nice. "
  • Jordan K.
    "We have pumpkin fest every year during Halloween which is super fun and it is a very community-oriented family friendly town"
  • Manny M. D.
    "Sycamore schools are great From all elementary schools to Middle/High school are great and they are safe "
  • Allym7226
    "Not a lot of rental units willing to work with dogs. There is a great shelter in the area for those into rescue animals like we are. "
  • Motivateu
    "Great schools and parks. Shopping and restaurants. Community pool, gym, forest preserve. Small town feel "
  • Rdquick
    "Good schools, safe for kids and walks, great walking trails and park close by. Don’t have to worry about crime. "
  • Jordan K.
    "Sycamore is very safe and very community oriented, great town to grow up in. A little far from things to do but pretty cheap to live. "
  • friendly neighbor
    "In the summer , most of the neighbors gather and sit and chat amongst one another several times a week. Friendly neighborhood "
  • Abby S.
    "Nice well lit sidewalks and safe to walk at any time of day. No real cons for living in this area. Pet friendly area. "
  • Dekff558
    "nice neighborhood. everyone is friendly and the area is safe. good schools and nice downtown. you find people walking and kids playing in the parks or riding bikes "
  • Kindletime923
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for 5 years plus and simply love it! The neighbors are friendly and fun. There is a neighborhood cemetery nearby that is very well kept and everyone walks there. There is an elementary school about a half mile and the high school about the same distance. The downtown is about a half mile in the other direction. There are two parades that are worthy to mention. One is the largest parade in Illinois held in October which is 3 blocks away and the other is the Memorial Day parade that is rather quite small but goes by right in front of the house."
  • Tina e.
    "Our family has lived in Sycamore for 17 years and we believe our neighborhood is the most perfect spot! One half mile to town and one half mile to the river and trails! "
  • Jim L.
    "I've lived in this beautiful neighborhood for nearly 40 years and have no reason to leave. it has everything anyone could ask for."
  • Beth S.
    "It's a quiet and peaceful area. Neighbors tend to keep an eye out for each other. It's within walking distance to a park and both an elementary school and the high school. "

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Maria Pena-Graham, ABR,GRI, Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
Agent Phone: (815) 756-2557
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026. 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. Click here for more information
211 E Ottawa St, Sycamore, IL 60178 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,980 sqft single-family home built in 1965. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MRED as distributed by MLS GRID on Apr 28, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 12624872.