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!
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$327,500
228 Leeward Way, Ottawa, IL 61350
1beds
760sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2017
2,613.6 Square Feet Lot
$348,400 Zestimate®
$431/sqft
$1,316 Estimated rent
Home value
$348,400
$321,000 - $383,000
$1,316/mo
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Waterfront cottagePrivate bedroomThoughtfully designed interiorBuilt-in banquette dining areaGranite countertopsBuilt-in bunk bedsWalk-in shower
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Listing courtesy of:
Tammy Barry 815-252-3113,
Homesmart Realty Group IL
Bought with:
Alyssa Westman, RSPS
Heritage Select Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12332021
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X13
Deck
- Level: Main
- Area: 112 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X16
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 20 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4X5
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X13
Loft
- Level: Second
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X14
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 36 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4X9
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Full Bath
- Flooring: Laminate
- Basement: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 760 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Back of Property
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Back of Property
- Waterfront features: River Front
Lot
- Size: 2,613 sqft
- Dimensions: 28 X 103
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 1544402006
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Other
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2017
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Clubhouse, Park, Pool, Dock, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Location
- Region: Ottawa
- Subdivision: Heritage Harbor
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $176 monthly
- Services included: Parking, Clubhouse, Pool, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple w/ HO Assn.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/20/2025 | Sold | $327,500-3.4%$431/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12332021 Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/2025 | Contingent | $339,000$446/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12332021 Report a problem | ||
| 4/8/2025 | Listed for sale | $339,000+23.3%$446/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12332021 Report a problem | ||
| 7/7/2022 | Sold | $275,000+16%$362/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2021 | Sold | $237,000-4.8%$312/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10688317 Report a problem | ||
| 4/20/2020 | Listing removed | $249,000$328/sqft |
Source: Heritage Harbor Ottawa Report a problem | ||
| 3/21/2020 | Listed for sale | $249,000-0.4%$328/sqft |
Source: Heritage Harbor Ottawa Report a problem | ||
| 2/2/2020 | Listing removed | $249,900$329/sqft |
Source: HomeSmart Realty Group #10429259 Report a problem | ||
| 6/25/2019 | Listed for sale | $249,900+4.2%$329/sqft |
Source: HomeSmart Realty Group #10429259 Report a problem | ||
| 1/1/2019 | Listing removed | $239,900$316/sqft |
Source: HomeSmart Realty Group #09819690 Report a problem | ||
| 7/3/2018 | Listed for sale | $239,900$316/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8,039 +8.8% | $85,468 +11.1% |
| 2023 | $7,391 -11.5% | $76,929 -10.2% |
| 2022 | $8,349 +4.9% | $85,644 +6.2% |
| 2021 | $7,958 | $80,660 +3.8% |
| 2020 | -- | $77,685 +2% |
| 2019 | $7,528 | $76,199 +6981.7% |
| 2018 | $7,528 +7225.5% | $1,076 +2.5% |
| 2017 | $103 | $1,050 |
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Neighborhood: 61350
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Rutland Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 4.8 mi
- 3/10Ottawa Township High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 230
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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