$327,500
SOLD JUN 20, 2025

228 Leeward Way Ottawa, IL 61350

1 Bed
1 Bath
760 Sq Ft
2,614 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$431 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

44 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Boat Dock
  • River Front
  • Clubhouse
  • Rutland Elementary School Rated A-
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Deck

About This Home

As of June 2025

Welcome to your dream getaway in the heart of Heritage Harbor! This fully furnished, turnkey waterfront cottage offers the perfect blend of comfort, charm, and resort-style amenities. Nestled along a scenic 32-acre marina, this cozy retreat is ideal as a personal escape, investment opportunity, or both. Step inside to discover a thoughtfully designed interior featuring granite countertops, a built-in banquette dining area, and a beautifully tiled full bathroom with walk-in shower. The main floor includes a private bedroom, while the second level features two built-in bunk beds-perfect for guests or little adventurers. The living room offers a pull-out sofa to comfortably accommodate extra visitors. Enjoy your morning coffee or evening sunsets on the back deck overlooking the tranquil marina. Just outside your door, Heritage Harbor offers resort-style amenities including a waterfront walking path, sand volleyball court, dog park, pickleball courts, and an on-site restaurant. The community sits parallel to the 63-mile I&M Canal bike trail and is just 3 miles from downtown Ottawa and only 15 minutes from four breathtaking state parks. This cottage includes one assigned parking space and the opportunity to join an optional on-site rental program-making ownership as effortless as it is enjoyable. Whether you're looking for a relaxing retreat or an investment with income potential, this charming cottage checks all the boxes. Come experience the best of waterfront living at Heritage Harbor!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tammy Barry

Homesmart Realty Group IL License #475168055 Listed on: 04/07/2025

Homesmart Realty Group IL

Last Buyer's Agent

Alyssa Westman

Heritage Select Realty License #475196382

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,391

Year Built

  • Built in 2017

Lot Details

  • 2,614 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 28 x 103
  • River Front
  • Landscaped Professionally

HOA Fees

  • $176 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 760 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Loft
  • Laminate Flooring
  • Water Views

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Potential Bedroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level

Parking

  • 1 Parking Space
  • Parking Included in Price

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near park

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include parking, clubhouse, pool, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal
  • Fraze And Company Association, Phone Number (815) 434-0393
  • Heritage Harbor Subdivision
  • Property managed by Fraze and Company

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Boat Dock
  • Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,391

Year Built

Built in 2017

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$176 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 1.5 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple w/ HO Assn.
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1.5 Story
  • Subdivision Name: Heritage Harbor
  • Year Built: 2017
  • Age: 6-10 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Interstate Access
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Full Bath
  • LivingArea: 760
  • Room Type: Loft, Deck, Other Room
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Wood Laminate

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Other
  • Lot Features: Landscaped
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • View: Water
  • Waterfront Features: River Front
  • Waterfront: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: On Site
  • ParkingTotal: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 176
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Community Features: Clubhouse, Park, Pool, Dock, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Management Company: Fraze and Company
  • Management Contact Name: Fraze and Company
  • Management Phone: 815-434-0393

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Parking, Clubhouse, Pool, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.06
  • Lot Dimensions: 28 X 103
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

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

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 7390.88
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: None

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 7, 2025
Closed on
Jun 20, 2025
Sold by
Bobik Joan M and Bobik Family Trust Bobik Family Trust
Bought by
Cardell Lisa M
Seller's Agent
Tammy Barry
Homesmart Realty Group IL
Buyer's Agent
Alyssa Westman
Heritage Select Realty
List Price
$339,000
Sold Price
$327,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$11,500
-3.39%
Views
27
Current Estimated Value
$336,052

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$8,552
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.39%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 1, 2022
Sold by
Osullivan Michael and Osullivan Anna
Bought by
Bobik Family Trust

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 11, 2020
Closed on
Apr 30, 2021
Sold by
Heritage Harbor Ottawa Homes Llc
Bought by
Osullivan Michael and Osullivan Anna
Seller's Agent
Tammy Barry
Homesmart Realty Group IL
Buyer's Agent
Tammy Barry
Homesmart Realty Group IL
List Price
$249,900
Sold Price
$237,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$12,900
-5.16%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.65%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 4, 2018
Sold by
Heritage Harbor Development Llc
Bought by
Heritage Harbor Development Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,151,520
Interest Rate
4.5%
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
Trustee Deed $327,500 Wheatland Title Co
Warranty Deed $275,000 Wheatland Title
Warranty Deed $237,000 Wheatland Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $1,151,520 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/20/2025 06/20/25 Sold $327,500 -3.4% $431 / Sq Ft
05/21/2025 05/21/25 Pending -- -- --
04/07/2025 04/07/25 For Sale $339,000 +43.0% $446 / Sq Ft
04/30/2021 04/30/21 Sold $237,000 -5.2% $312 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/25/2021 03/25/21 Pending -- -- --
04/11/2020 04/11/20 For Sale $249,900 -- $329 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

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 $8,039 $85,468 $26,127 $59,341
2023 $7,391 $76,929 $23,517 $53,412
2022 $8,349 $85,644 $22,169 $63,475
2021 $7,958 $80,660 $20,879 $59,781
2020 $7,603 $77,685 $20,109 $57,576
2019 $7,528 $76,199 $19,724 $56,475
2018 $105 $1,076 $1,076 $0
2017 $103 $1,050 $1,050 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12332021

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 15-44-402006