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Property Description
Well-maintained and move-in ready, this 2 bedroom, 1 bath ranch on Ottawa's south side offers an affordable path to homeownership or a strong addition to an investment portfolio. The home features durable vinyl plank flooring, a comfortable living space, and a practical layout with a kitchen, dining room, and a dedicated laundry/utility area. The detached 1-car garage adds storage, while the manageable yard keeps upkeep simple. Located close to schools, parks, shopping, and daily amenities, this property fits today's demand for a quality, low-maintenance home. Whether you're a first-time buyer ready to build equity or an investor looking for a dependable rental, this is a smart opportunity at an approachable price point. Schedule your showing and see the value for yourself.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1187 Catherine St
General
- Price: $125,000
- Taxes: $3,036 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12579964
- Updated: 2/28/2026
- Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Crawl Spac
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Yes, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: Danway / Dayton / Naplate / Ottawa / Prairie Cent
- County: LaSalle
- Township: South Ottawa
- Driving Directions: IL 23 to Erickson St., west to Catherine. NW Corner of Catherine and Erickson
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, Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding
- Exterior Const.: Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Crawl Space
- Square Feet: 850
- Sq. Ft. Source: Taped
- Year Built: 1920
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 64.5 x 97.5
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1920
- Tax Amount: $3,036
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 2214420014
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Schools
Schools serving 1187 Catherine St
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Mckinley Elementary School, Ottawa, IL 1320 State Street, Ottawa, IL 61350 | K-4 | 0.2 mi |
Shepherd Middle School, Ottawa, IL 701 East McKinley Road, Ottawa, IL 61350 | 7-8 | 0.5 mi |
Ottawa Township High School 211 East Main Street, Ottawa, IL 61350 | 9-12 | 1.2 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 1187 Catherine St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/28/2026
Listed
$125,000
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MLS
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 1187 Catherine St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$3,036
6%
$29,370
9%
2023
$2,853
100%
$27,010
10%
2022
-100%
$24,660
7%
2021
$2,488
5%
$23,120
5%
2020
$2,360
—
$22,044
3%
2019
$2,366
—
$21,381
44%
2019
$2,366
658%
$14,821
27%
2017
$312
-81%
$11,669
-45%
2016
$1,684
—
$21,233
4%
2016
$1,684
—
$20,320
—
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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Estimate the Cost for 1187 Catherine St
1187 Catherine Street, Ottawa, IL 61350 (MLS# 12579964) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 1187 Catherine Street is currently listed for $125,000 and was received on February 28, 2026. Want to learn more about 1187 Catherine 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.

