Charming 1.5-story bungalow style-home nestled in prime location near downtown Ottawa parks, restaurants, and shopping. 1208 Lafayette Street is a charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offering a perfect blend of comfort and character. The main level features a well-designed floor plan, a large living room with fireplace and beamed ceilings, a separate dining room with sunroom area, and dining room which opens to a spacious kitchen with eating area and peninsula for a breakfast bar. The main level also features a main floor bedroom and a full bathroom with walk-in shower for added accessibility. The second level features 2 additional bedrooms, both with walk-in closets, and a second full bathroom. The basement surprises with additional living spaces, perfect for rec room or family room, and a convenient laundry area. A 1-car detached garage with alley access adds practicality to this cozy abode. Enjoy the warmth of beautiful woodwork and distinct architectural character throughout.
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$172,500
1208 W Lafayette St, Ottawa, IL 61350
3beds
2,564sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1926
6,969 Square Feet Lot
$219,400 Zestimate®
$67/sqft
$2,214 Estimated rent
Home value
$219,400
$204,000 - $237,000
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Beamed ceilingsAlley accessSpacious kitchenAdditional living spacesBreakfast barSeparate dining roomRec room
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Listed by:
George Shanley 815-228-1859,
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
Bought with:
Cortney Kaufman
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 11968201
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Foyer, Recreation Room, Family Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 260 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X20
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 348 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X29
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 18 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 3X6
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X14
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 435 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X29
Recreation room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X14
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Historic/Period Mlwk, Beamed Ceilings, Separate Dining Room
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,564
- Total interior livable area: 2,564 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Off Street, Driveway, Alley Access, Owned, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1.5
Lot
- Size: 6,969 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50X142.2
Details
- Parcel number: 2110213009
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1926
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Ottawa
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $67/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $176,187
- Annual tax amount: $1,789
- Date on market: 1/27/2024
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/21/2024 | Sold | $172,500-1.4%$67/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11968201 Report a problem | ||
| 2/21/2024 | Pending sale | $175,000$68/sqft |
Source:  Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group #11968201 Report a problem | ||
| 2/21/2024 | Contingent | $175,000$68/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11968201 Report a problem | ||
| 2/19/2024 | Listed for sale | $175,000$68/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11968201 Report a problem | ||
| 2/4/2024 | Pending sale | $175,000$68/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group #11968201 Report a problem | ||
| 2/4/2024 | Contingent | $175,000$68/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11968201 Report a problem | ||
| 1/27/2024 | Listed for sale | $175,000$68/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11968201 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,430 +207.6% | $58,729 +11.7% |
| 2023 | $1,766 -1.3% | $52,564 +10.2% |
| 2022 | $1,790 -0.7% | $47,707 +6.7% |
| 2021 | $1,803 | $44,716 +5.3% |
| 2020 | -- | $42,477 +1% |
| 2019 | $1,855 | $42,044 +2.5% |
| 2018 | $1,855 +0.5% | $41,035 +3.2% |
| 2017 | $1,846 -0.4% | $39,778 +4.5% |
| 2016 | $1,853 | $38,072 +4.8% |
| 2015 | $1,853 +6.5% | $36,317 -8.5% |
| 2012 | $1,740 | $39,702 -6.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $42,358 -7.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $45,718 |
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Neighborhood: 61350
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Lincoln Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.3 mi
- 4/10Shepherd Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 2.4 mi
- 3/10Ottawa Township High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Ottawa Township High School
- District: 141
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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