$139,900
$17K PRICE DROP

905 E Center St Ottawa, IL 61350

Estimated payment $1,021/month

Total Views 6,705
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,035 Sq Ft
$135 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Popular Property
  • Traditional Architecture
  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch

About This Home

Nestled near the end of a quiet street, this charming 2-bedroom home offers peaceful surroundings with scenic views of a park-like setting across the way. A welcoming front porch with low-maintenance composite decking sets the tone for the character found throughout. Step inside to a warm and inviting foyer featuring a built-in bench and coat closet, leading to a stunning staircase and spacious formal living/dining room. Beautiful pocket doors, large windows, and abundant natural light create an airy feel while showcasing the serene views outside. The main level also features a comfortable family room with a gas fireplace, flowing seamlessly into the updated kitchen complete with a breakfast bar and access to the rear composite deck-perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs, you'll find two generously sized bedrooms and a tastefully updated full bathroom with a walk-in shower. Additional highlights include a detached one-car garage with alley access and a spacious yard offering plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors.

Listing Agent

George Shanley

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group License #475092481 Listed on: 04/10/2026

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,292

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • 8,712 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 136x67

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Off Alley Parking
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,035 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Partial Basement
  • Laundry Room

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Potential Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch

Schools

  • Mckinley Elementary: K-4Th Grade
  • Shepherd Middle School
  • Ottawa Township High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,292

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

8,712 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 1.5 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Traditional
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1.5 Story
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Price Change
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: Unfinished, Partial
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
  • LivingArea: 1035
  • Room Type: Foyer, Enclosed Porch
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Square Footage Comments: All information deemed highly reliable but not guaranteed, buyer to verify all information.
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Wood Laminate

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Off Alley, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Off Street, Owned, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 5

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • 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

Schools

  • Elementary School: Mckinley Elementary: K-4th Grade
  • High School: Ottawa Township High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Shepherd Middle School

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2
  • Lot Dimensions: 136X67
  • 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: 3291.84
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

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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
2025 $3,292 $41,061 $8,851 $32,210
2024 $3,292 $37,845 $8,158 $29,687
2023 $3,042 $34,803 $7,502 $27,301
2022 $2,757 $31,775 $9,189 $22,586
2021 $2,561 $29,791 $8,615 $21,176
2020 $2,398 $28,405 $8,214 $20,191
2019 $2,385 $27,551 $7,967 $19,584
2018 $483 $26,848 $7,764 $19,084
2017 $1,681 $26,265 $7,595 $18,670
2016 $1,584 $25,328 $7,324 $18,004
2015 $1,459 $24,239 $7,009 $17,230
2012 -- $24,711 $7,145 $17,566
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/07/2026 05/07/26 Price Changed $139,900 -6.4% $135 / Sq Ft
04/29/2026 04/29/26 Price Changed $149,500 -4.7% $144 / Sq Ft
04/10/2026 04/10/26 For Sale $156,900 +112.0% $152 / Sq Ft
08/10/2022 08/10/22 Sold $74,000 +1.4% $71 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/23/2022 06/23/22 Pending -- -- --
06/23/2022 06/23/22 For Sale $73,000 0.0% $71 / Sq Ft
06/14/2022 06/14/22 Pending -- -- --
06/11/2022 06/11/22 For Sale $73,000 -- $71 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $74,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12614668

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 22-13-113003

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