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Property Description
Charming 2-Bedroom Home with Large Yard & Walk-Out Basement. Welcome to this well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath home conveniently located near shopping and with easy access to Interstate 88. Recent updates include new windows in 2024, and a new wastewater line in 2023-offering peace of mind for years to come. This home features a spacious walk-out basement, perfect for storage or future finishing. Step outside to enjoy the expansive yard and concrete patio-ideal for entertaining, relaxing, or creating your own outdoor retreat. Currently, the property is occupied by conscientious and reliable tenants who wish to remain, making this an excellent opportunity for those seeking a turn-key income property. With its prime location, thoughtful updates, and strong rental potential, this home is a smart choice for homeowners and investors alike.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1216 S Ottawa Ave
General
- Price: $99,999
- Taxes: $1,290 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12525610
- Updated: 12/29/2025
- Added to Site: 46 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Unfinished
- Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Parking
- Total Spaces: 6
- Parking Features: Gravel, Driveway, Yes, Owned
Location
- Area: Dixon / Nelson
- County: Lee
- Township: Dixon
- Driving Directions: S Galena Ave, E on Division St, N onto Ottawa Ave- house will be on the right.
School Information
- School District: 170
- Elem School District: 170
- Midd School District: 170
- High School District: 170
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full, Walk-Out Access
- Roof: Asphalt
- Square Feet: 1,000
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1927
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.18
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 60 x 132
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1927
- Tax Amount: $1,290.28
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: Exceptions-Call List Office
- Property ID: 7080431301000
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Schools
Schools serving 1216 S Ottawa Ave
School District:Dixon Unit School District 170
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Madison School, Dixon, IL 618 Division Street, Dixon, IL 61021 | 4-5 | 0.3 mi |
Washington Elementary School, Dixon, IL 703 East Morgan Street, Dixon, IL 61021 | PK-1 | 1.4 mi |
Lincoln Elementary School, Dixon, IL 800 4th Avenue, Dixon, IL 61021 | 2-3 | 1.6 mi |
Reagan Middle School 620 Division Street, Dixon, IL 61021 | 6-8 | 0.2 mi |
Dixon High School 300 Lincoln Statue Drive, Dixon, IL 61021 | 9-12 | 1 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1216 S Ottawa Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/01/2025
Listed
$99,999
334.78%
MLS
9/27/2006
Sold
$23,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 1216 S Ottawa Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$1,290
145%
$13,792
9%
2021
$526
—
$12,653
11%
2021
$526
30%
$11,399
8%
2020
$404
-59%
$10,554
5%
2019
$977
4%
$10,052
3%
2018
$942
—
$9,759
2%
2018
$942
-2%
$9,568
4%
2017
$961
3%
$9,200
-3%
2016
$937
4%
$9,503
—
2015
$900
—
$9,503
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1216 S Ottawa Avenue, Dixon, IL 61021 (MLS# 12525610) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 1216 S Ottawa Avenue is currently listed for $99,999 and was received on December 01, 2025. Want to learn more about 1216 S Ottawa Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Dixon? You can browse all Dixon real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

