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Property Description
UPDATED BRICK BEAUTY IN THE HEART OF OTTAWA - with major improvements completed and more on the way! This spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath two story offers ~2,300 sq ft of light filled living with high ceilings, a separate dining room, and the convenience of a main level full bath plus main level laundry. The 2025 refresh delivers the big-ticket updates buyers want: brand new ProVia windows, updated 200+ amp electrical service, central A/C, fresh neutral paint, stylish flooring, and an updated kitchen featuring quartz countertops and stainless appliances. Outside, enjoy a classic intown setting near Ottawa's shops, dining, parks, and riverfront-plus a short stroll to Washington Park. The seller is finishing the interior of the attached 2car garage (alley access) and installing a NEW privacy fence prior to closing-creating the turnkey garage + backyard package that's hard to find at this size and location. A full unfinished basement adds excellent storage and future potential. Nearby schools include McKinley Elementary (K-4), Central Elementary (5-6), and Ottawa Township High School, with Marquette Academy just steps away. Don't miss this opportunity to own an updated, move in ready home in one of Ottawa's most convenient neighborhoods-schedule your showing today!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1009 Paul St
General
- Price: $325,000
- Taxes: $1,581 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12550251
- Updated: 1/25/2026
- Added to Site: 6 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Unfinished
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: Danway / Dayton / Naplate / Ottawa / Prairie Cent
- County: LaSalle
- Township: Ottawa
- Driving Directions: From Interstate 80 (East or West) Take Exit 90 for IL-23/Columbus Street toward Ottawa Downtown. At the end of the exit ramp, turn south (right) onto IL-23/Columbus Street. Continue straight as Columbus Street becomes LaSalle Street through downtown. Turn right onto W Main Street. Turn left onto Paul Street. 1009 Paul St will be on your right. (House is near downtown Ottawa and close to Ottawa Township High School.) From Downtown Ottawa Head north on LaSalle Street toward W Main Street. Turn right onto W Main Street. Turn left onto Paul Street. 1009 Paul St will be on your right.
School Information
- School District: 141
- Elem School District: 141
- Midd School District: 141
- High School District: 140
- High School: Ottawa Township High School
- Private School: Ottawa Township High School
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: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
- Square Feet: 2,328
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1888
- Built Before 1978: Yes
- Remodeled/Updated: 2025
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.166
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 60 x 120
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1888
- Tax Amount: $1,581
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 2111227012
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Schools
Schools serving 1009 Paul St
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Jefferson Elementary School, Ottawa, IL 1709 Columbus Street, Ottawa, IL 61350 | K-4 | 0.5 mi |
Shepherd Middle School, Ottawa, IL 701 East McKinley Road, Ottawa, IL 61350 | 7-8 | 1.9 mi |
Ottawa Township High School 211 East Main Street, Ottawa, IL 61350 | 9-12 | 0.4 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 1009 Paul St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/23/2026
Listed
$325,000
30%
MLS
1/02/2026
Sold
$250,000
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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 1009 Paul St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$1,581
17%
$23,853
12%
2023
$1,353
100%
$21,349
10%
2022
-100%
$19,377
7%
2021
$1,039
11%
$18,162
5%
2020
$936
-3%
$17,252
1%
2019
$961
—
$17,076
2%
2019
$961
-14%
$16,666
-37%
2017
$1,119
-47%
$26,325
4%
2016
$2,121
—
$25,196
5%
2016
$2,121
—
$24,035
—
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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1009 Paul Street, Ottawa, IL 61350 (MLS# 12550251) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 1009 Paul Street is currently listed for $325,000 and was received on January 23, 2026. Want to learn more about 1009 Paul Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Ottawa? You can browse all Ottawa real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

