$178,600
SOLD JAN 17, 2025

215 E Allen St Ottawa, IL 61350

2 Beds
1 Bath
896 Sq Ft
6,098 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$199 Per Sq Ft

4% Above List Price

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Laundry Room
  • 4-minute walk to Kiwanis Park

About This Home

As of January 2025

*** Multiple offers received, seller is requesting best and final offers by Sunday, December 15th at 4pm. Seller reserves the right to accept an outstanding offer at any time. *** Welcome to this beautifully renovated 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom ranch-style home located on Ottawa's desirable south side! This charming home offers modern updates throughout including flooring, replacement windows, newer hot water heater, updated appliances and renovated kitchen and bathrooms. Step inside to an enclosed front porch, perfect for enjoying your morning coffee or relaxing with a good book. The large living room flows seamlessly into the dining room, creating an open and airy space for entertaining. The completely updated kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, brand-new cabinetry, and stunning quartz countertops. The main floor features two comfortable bedrooms and a shared, updated bathroom with stylish finishes. The lower level offers even more living space, including a finished living room, a walk-in closet, a dedicated laundry room, and additional storage in the utility room. Outside, you'll find a generously sized yard and a large 2-car detached garage, providing plenty of space for vehicles, tools, or hobbies. This move-in ready home is the perfect blend of comfort and modern style-don't miss your chance to make it yours!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

George Shanley

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group License #475092481 Listed on: 12/10/2024

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group

Last Buyer's Agent

Jennifer Slown

Keller Williams Infinity License #475166347

Keller Williams Infinity

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,762

Year Built

  • Built in 1928 | Remodeled in 2014

Lot Details

  • 6,098 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 61x101
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Level Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 896 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Laminate Flooring

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Potential Bedrooms
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Recreation or Family Area in Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Enclosed Patio or Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,762

Year Built

Built in 1928 | Remodeled in 2014

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Ranch
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1 Story
  • Year Built: 1928
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2014
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Renovated: 2014

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Wood Laminate Floors, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Full Bath
  • LivingArea: 896
  • Room Type: Enclosed Porch
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished,Rec/Family Area
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Square Footage Comments: All information deemed highly reliable but not guaranteed, buyer to verify all information.
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Wood Laminate
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Foundation Details: Other
  • Lot Features: Level, Partial Fencing
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Off Street, Driveway
  • ParkingTotal: 8
  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage,Space/s
  • Parking On-Site: Yes
  • Parking Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.14
  • Lot Dimensions: 61X101
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N
  • Zero Lot Line: No

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 10
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3762.14
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: None

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 10, 2024
Closed on
Jan 17, 2025
Sold by
Bgk Properties Llc
Bought by
Rausch Samantha
Seller's Agent
George Shanley
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
Buyer's Agent
Jennifer Slown
Keller Williams Infinity
List Price
$172,500
Sold Price
$178,600
Premium/Discount to List
$6,100
3.54%
Views
43
Current Estimated Value
$190,253

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$11,653
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.36%
Original Mortgage
$163,600
Outstanding Balance
$162,424
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$27,829

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 14, 2021
Sold by
Borrowma Rose A and Harcar Rose A
Bought by
Bgk Properties Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$78,000
Interest Rate
2.67%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 28, 2012
Closed on
Jul 19, 2013
Sold by
Lacoax Vicky L and Lacoax Lester S
Bought by
Harcar Rose A
Seller's Agent
Kimberly Kettman
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
Buyer's Agent
Kimberly Kettman
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
List Price
$68,000
Sold Price
$32,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$35,100
-51.62%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
15.26%
Original Mortgage
$26,320
Interest Rate
5.73%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 31, 2005
Sold by
Koch Richard A and Koch Joyce E
Bought by
Lacoax Vicky L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$92,500
Interest Rate
5.82%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $179,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $60,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $32,900 None Available
Warranty Deed $92,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $163,600 New Conventional
Previous Owner $78,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $26,320 New Conventional
Previous Owner $92,500 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
01/17/2025 01/17/25 Sold $178,600 +3.5% $199 / Sq Ft
12/17/2024 12/17/24 Pending -- -- --
12/10/2024 12/10/24 For Sale $172,500 +424.3% $193 / Sq Ft
07/30/2013 07/30/13 Sold $32,900 -30.7% $37 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/04/2013 03/04/13 Pending -- -- --
02/25/2013 02/25/13 Price Changed $47,500 -30.1% $53 / Sq Ft
11/28/2012 11/28/12 For Sale $68,000 -- $76 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $4,004 $38,731 $6,764 $31,967
2023 $3,762 $35,618 $6,220 $29,398
2022 $3,478 $32,519 $6,172 $26,347
2021 $3,281 $30,489 $5,787 $24,702
2020 $2,470 $29,071 $5,518 $23,553
2019 $2,456 $28,197 $5,352 $22,845
2018 $2,375 $27,477 $5,215 $22,262
2017 $2,300 $26,881 $5,102 $21,779
2016 $2,202 $25,922 $4,920 $21,002
2015 $1,036 $24,809 $4,709 $20,100
2012 -- $25,293 $4,801 $20,492
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12223457

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 22-14-242008