402 E Van Buren St, Ottawa, IL 61350
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SOLD
OCT 10, 2025

402 E Van Buren St
Ottawa, IL 61350

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,550 sqft (on 0.28 acres)

$215,000

Last Sold: Oct 10, 2025
6% below list $230K
$139/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,572/mo*
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$215,000

Last Sold: Oct 10, 2025
6% below list $230K
$139/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,572/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,550 sqft
(on 0.28 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Step into timeless charm with this beautifully maintained Victorian-era home in Ottawa, offering 2 spacious bedrooms, 2 full baths, and over 1,500 sq ft of character-rich living space. From the gleaming hardwood floors and updated windows, electrical, and plumbing, every detail blends classic elegance with modern comfort. Enjoy a bright and functional kitchen featuring solid-surface counters, stainless steel appliances, and a convenient breakfast bar perfect for casual meals or morning coffee. The main level also offers a dedicated dining room, ideal for hosting gatherings, and a spacious living room that welcomes natural light. Upstairs, retreat to a cozy family room that provides a flexible space for relaxing, working, or unwinding at the end of the day. Both bedrooms are generously sized, with hardwood and luxury vinyl plank flooring, and the home includes a full bath on each level for added convenience. Thoughtful touches like first-floor laundry, a mud room, and updated lighting and fixtures add to the home's comfort and functionality. Situated on a corner lot, this fenced yard is an entertainer's dream! Featuring a raised wood deck off the backdoor, coming down to an expansive concrete patio with a meticulously maintained above-ground pool, alongside the inviting stamped concrete patio featuring a fire pit with built-in seating area-And there's still plenty of green space for recreation or gardening! With a full basement, detached garage, and nearby proximity to parks, schools, downtown and more-this home is a rare find for those seeking charm, space, and lifestyle versatility.
402 E Van Buren St, Ottawa, IL 61350 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,550 sqft single-family home built in 1893. It last sold for $215,000 on Oct 10, 2025 (6% below the $229,900 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate rent is $998/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Patio, Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$139/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 402 E Van Buren St

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,FullNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Breakfast Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Sitting Room, Storage, Work Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1550 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Freezer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)DishwasherLaundry: Main LevelMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
No Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Replacement WindowsFlooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood, Carpet, Wood
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: Deck, PatioFencing: FencedExterior: Fire Pit
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Gravel,On Site,Detached,Off Alley,Garage
Pool
Pool: Above Ground
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1893
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Victorian
Building
Construction Materials: Wood SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 2212335020

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $229,900Price Per Sqft: $139/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Sep 08 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

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

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2402 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Paved

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.28 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12429392Attic: Pull Down Stair

Additional Information

SidewalksStreet PavedSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Will Hornsby, (815) 474-6167
Century 21 Coleman-Hornsby
Bought with: Ryan Behrens, (815) 791-1715, Re/Max Ultimate Professionals
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12429392

Price History for 402 E Van Buren St

DatePriceEventSource
10/10/2025$215,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12429392
09/08/2025$229,900ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12429392
08/14/2025$229,900Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12429392

Market trends in Ottawa

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2016
Tax$3,100
Assessment$34,052
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 402 E Van Buren St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
602 5th Ave, Ottawa, IL
0.34
Single-Family Home
$237,500
09/05/25
3
2
1,344
500 Catherine St, Ottawa, IL
0.20
Single-Family Home
$221,000
05/15/26
3
2.5
1,264
409 3rd Ave, Ottawa, IL
0.06
Single-Family Home
$165,000
07/14/25
3
1
1,519
634 1st Ave, Ottawa, IL
0.33
Single-Family Home
$212,000
03/04/26
3
2
2,020
411 1st Ave, Ottawa, IL
0.12
Single-Family Home
$220,000
08/01/25
3
1
1,332
407 4th Ave, La Salle, IL
0.10
Single-Family Home
$229,000
12/19/25
4
2.5
2,062

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Ottawa

At least 136 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 87 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 87 % Say car is needed

  • 82 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 81 % Say parking is easy

  • 78 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 77 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 71 % Say it's quiet

  • 70 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 68 % Say kids play outside

  • 58 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 56 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 55 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 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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    "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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    "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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    "Every Christmas Eve the neighborhood lights luminaries. We are a close knit community. Neighbors are very gracious to one another."
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    "we have neighborhood bbqs, the town has family friendly events most weekends, lots of parks, family restaurants"
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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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