NOT LISTED FOR SALE

225 E Prospect Ave Ottawa, IL 61350

Estimated Value: $298,000 - $551,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
3,048 Sq Ft
$136/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 02, 2012

Last sale price $270,000 $89 Per Sq Ft

Est. 53% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,621/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Victorian Architecture
  • Den
  • Wood Flooring
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Walk-In Pantry

About This Home

As of April 2012

Vintage 2 story Home overlooking the town and 2 rivers. Many recent updates. Great room affords panoramic views of the rivers and features fireplace. Newer Cooks Kitchen w/cherry cabinets, solid maple floors, granite counter tops and SS appliances. Updated Master Suite w/dressing area and luxurious master bath. Updated 2 HVAC units and MUCH MORE. (See List of improvements).

Last Agent to Sell the Property

George Shanley

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group License #475092481 Listed on: 03/01/2012

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group

Last Buyer's Agent

George Shanley

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group License #475092481 Listed on: 03/01/2012

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,512

Year Built

  • 1890

Lot Details

  • Fenced Yard
  • Landscaped Professionally

Parking

  • Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • Victorian Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Den
  • Wood Flooring
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Partial Basement

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Dual Sinks
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Separate Shower

Outdoor Features

  • Porch

Utilities

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,512

Year Built

1890

Lot Details

0

Parking

4

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 1
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 2.1
  • Style Of House: Victorian
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Estimated Year Built: 1890
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1890

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors
  • Number Of Rooms: 9
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 16X29, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: All
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Equipment: Water-Softener Owned, TV-Cable, Ceiling Fan
  • Fireplace Details: Gas Logs
  • Attic: Interior Stair, Unfinished
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Basement: Partial
  • Basement: Unfinished
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 4
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool, Separate Shower, Double Sink, Soaking Tub
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 4
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 14X16, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: All
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 14X24, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: All
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry-Walk-in
  • Additional Rooms: Den
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 14X29, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: All
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Den, Dimensions: 12X13, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: All
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 13X13, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: All
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 14X15, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: All
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 9X14, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: All
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 3048
  • Dining Room Type: Separate
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 14X14, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: All

Exterior Features

  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Frame
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)
  • Exterior Property Features: Porch
  • Acreage: 0.26

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 4
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Attached, Detached
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 4
  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Electricity: Circuit Breakers
  • Air Conditioner: Central Air, Zoned
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Gas, Forced Air, Zoned

Schools

  • School District: 140
  • Elementary School: MCKINLEY ELEMENTARY: K-4TH GRADE
  • Middle School: SHEPHERD MIDDLE SCHOOL
  • High School: OTTAWA TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL
  • Junior High Dist: 141
  • Other Public School District: 513
  • Other Public School: IVCC
  • Elementary School #2: CENTRAL ELEMENTARY: 5TH AND 6TH

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 60X190
  • Lot Description: Fenced Yard, Landscaped Professionally
  • Parcel Identification Number: 2211427008

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 9740

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 1, 2012
Closed on
Apr 10, 2012
Sold by
Strow Thomas
Bought by
Strow Thomas M and Strow Morgan K
Seller's Agent
George Shanley
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
Buyer's Agent
George Shanley
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
List Price
$280,000
Sold Price
$270,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-3.57%
Current Estimated Value
$414,203

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$144,203
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.04%
Original Mortgage
$216,000
Interest Rate
3.95%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 1, 2012
Closed on
Mar 26, 2012
Sold by
Reed Michael A and Reed Ann H
Bought by
Strow Thomas
Seller's Agent
George Shanley
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
Buyer's Agent
George Shanley
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
List Price
$280,000
Sold Price
$270,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-3.57%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$216,000
Interest Rate
3.95%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Strow Thomas M -- None Available
Strow Thomas $280,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Strow Thomas M $195,548
Closed Strow Thomas $216,000
Previous Owner Reed Michael A $100,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/02/2012 04/02/12 Sold $270,000 -3.6% $89 / Sq Ft
03/07/2012 03/07/12 Pending -- -- --
03/01/2012 03/01/12 For Sale $280,000 -- $92 / 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 $12,512 $127,036 $13,170 $113,866
2023 $11,706 $116,825 $12,111 $104,714
2022 $10,765 $106,660 $19,115 $87,545
2021 $10,117 $100,000 $17,921 $82,079
2020 $10,935 $108,150 $17,087 $91,063
2019 $10,944 $104,898 $16,573 $88,325
2018 $10,639 $102,220 $16,150 $86,070
2017 $10,352 $100,000 $15,799 $84,201
2016 $8,265 $80,780 $20,872 $59,908
2015 $7,858 $77,309 $19,975 $57,334
2012 -- $78,816 $20,364 $58,452
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD08007319

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 22-11-427008