NOT LISTED FOR SALE

300 Congress St Ottawa, IL 61350

Ottawa Area

Estimated Value: $369,000 - $594,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,186 Sq Ft
$135/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 4, 2017

Last sale price $315,000 $99 Per Sq Ft

Est. 25% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,044 / mo

389 Days on Market

Highlights

  • River Front
  • Marble Flooring
  • Play Room
  • Deck
  • Home Office
  • Formal Dining Room

About This Home

As of May 2017

RIVER FRONT PROPERTY INCLUDED! Walk out your back door to enjoy boating, fishing, water sports or just enjoy your beautiful acreage along the Fox River. Boat dock ready with electric and water service waiting on you. Property is one of the last of its kind within the city limits. Historical home included with 4-5 beds, 2 1/2 baths, home has been completely restored inside & out. Professionally landscaped, 2 car garage w/loft. Balcony veranda for outdoor dining. This home offers throughout exquisite stained glass windows, doors & lighting, raw marble gas fireplace, gourmet kitchen with commercial grade appliances, hardwood oak flooring & wood work, & quarter sawn Red Oak Cabinetry. Outside offers brick exterior, copper gutters & down spouts, tile roof with breathtaking water views. Electrical updates, 320 amp meter & square D panels. Inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright style. Come see this home and all it has to offer!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mary Wiesbrock

Windsor Realty License #475141837 Listed on: 02/22/2016

Last Buyer's Agent

Doug Carroll

RE/MAX 1st Choice

RE/MAX 1st Choice
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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,080

Year Built

  • Built in 1914 | Remodeled in 2016

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 60x120
  • River Front

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Tile Roof
  • Radon Mitigation System
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 3,186 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Play Room
  • Water Views
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • High End Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Marble

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 5 Potential Bedrooms

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Stamped Concrete Patio
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • 200+ Amp Service

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,080

Year Built

Built in 1914 | Remodeled in 2016

Lot Details

7,405 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1914
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Historical District
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2016
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Renovated: 2016

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Double Oven, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Basement: Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Starter
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Hardwood Floors
  • LivingArea: 3186
  • Other Equipment: CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Radon Mitigation System
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Office, Play Room
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 1
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Attic: Interior Stair
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Appraiser

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Patio, Porch, Stamped Concrete Patio
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Lot Features: River Front, Water View
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch
  • Roof: Tile
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • ParkingTotal: 8
  • Driveway: Asphalt,Side Drive
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(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, 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Steam
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Master Association Fee: No

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Dimensions: 60X120
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 18
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 7079.86
  • Tax Year: 2015
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 22, 2016
Closed on
May 4, 2017
Sold by
Mustered Paul
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Mary Wiesbrock
Windsor Realty
Buyer's Agent
Doug Carroll
RE/MAX 1st Choice
List Price
$399,900
Sold Price
$315,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$84,900
-21.23%
Current Estimated Value
$392,259

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$77,259
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.41%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 26, 2005
Sold by
Shostrom Gane V
Bought by
Shostrom Catherine Mary Fettes
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$315,000 --
Shostrom Catherine Mary Fettes -- None Available
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner $50,000
Previous Owner Mustered Paul S $156,085
Previous Owner Mustered Paul S $268,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/02/2017 08/02/17 Off Market $315,000 -- --
05/04/2017 05/04/17 Sold $315,000 -4.0% $99 / Sq Ft
03/17/2017 03/17/17 Pending -- -- --
03/02/2017 03/02/17 Price Changed $328,000 -3.5% $103 / Sq Ft
12/09/2016 12/09/16 Price Changed $340,000 -5.5% $107 / Sq Ft
10/03/2016 10/03/16 Price Changed $359,900 -5.3% $113 / Sq Ft
05/18/2016 05/18/16 Price Changed $379,900 -5.0% $119 / Sq Ft
02/22/2016 02/22/16 For Sale $399,900 -- $126 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History

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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
2025 $10,682 $117,487 $8,377 $109,110
2024 $9,831 $106,458 $7,591 $98,867
2023 $8,877 $95,281 $6,794 $88,487
2022 $8,058 $86,477 $9,923 $76,554
2021 $7,532 $81,055 $9,301 $71,754
2020 $7,059 $76,997 $8,835 $68,162
2019 $7,215 $76,212 $8,745 $67,467
2018 $7,005 $74,382 $8,535 $65,847
2017 $7,939 $72,104 $8,274 $63,830
2016 $6,963 $69,012 $7,919 $61,093
2015 $7,080 $70,289 $9,738 $60,551
2012 -- $76,840 $10,645 $66,195
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 09146561

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 21-11-251005

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