318 E Prospect Avenue, Ottawa, IL 61350 - Photo 1

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$407,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
4 Beds
2 Full Baths
1 Partial Bath
3,376 Sq. Ft.
2 Car Garage
Updated 3 days ago

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Property Description

Don't miss this opportunity to own one of Ottawa's premier riverfront estates, where historic charm meets riverfront luxury. Offering quintessential panoramic views of the waterfront, the property combines history, character and comfort in one exceptional setting. Outdoors, the estate's expansive patio and gardens echo its storied past, providing a setting for both peaceful tranquility of the riverfront, serenity as well as offer the perfect space for lively entertaining. Inside you'll find a spacious layout and flow, as the gracious entryway welcomes family and guests. The main level features a large living room with fireplace, a formal dining room with built ins, charming arched doorways, a cozy office with cabinetry, card room and 1/2 bath. At the heart of the home, the kitchen(Miele ovens, Subzero refrigerator, cooktop island with stainless hood) opens to the adjacent family room, offering wooden beams, cozy fireplace, wet bar and floor to ceiling windows and slider, to capture the ever changing riverfront views. The second floor offers 4 bedrooms, to include a large primary bedroom which opens to a smaller bedroom which could serve as a nursery, or become a custom wardrobe closet or ensuite primary bathroom. Two additional bedrooms, one with attached full bath, ensure ample space and functionality for family and guests. The main full bath offers tub/shower and river views. "Casa Godfrey" as it's been known for many generations, is a riverfront gem, walking distance to Charming Historic Ottawa, with its wonderful selection of shopping and dining, the greater Starved Rock Country, area, home to gorgeous state parks for hiking, the I & M Canal hiking/biking trail and much much more. Schedule your tour today!

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 318 E Prospect Ave

General

Sold For: $407,000
Taxes: $15,153 (2024)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MRED
MLS ID: 12449452
Added to Site: 116 day(s) ago

Interior

Interior Features: Wet Bar, Built-in Features, Beamed Ceilings, Separate Dining Room
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace(s): Family Room, Living Room, Wood-Burning
Appliances: Double Oven, Dishwasher, High-End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Range Hood, Electric Cooktop, Oven
Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 3
Full Bathrooms: 2
Half Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 4

Additional Information

Other Features: School Bus Service

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Total Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Concrete, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage

Location

Area: Danway / Dayton / Naplate / Ottawa / Prairie Cent
County: LaSalle
Driving Directions: South Side of Ottawa. Route 23 South to First Ave. Take left on First Ave. to E. Prospect. Take right. Home is on left side of Street.

School Information

School District: 141
Midd School District: 141
Elementary School: Mckinley Elementary: K-4th Grade
Middle School: Shepherd Middle School
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: Forced Air, Steam, Sep Heating Systems - 2+

Utilities

Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Georgian
Construction: Brick
Exterior Const.: Brick
Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
Foundation: Block, Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Asphalt
Windows: Skylight(s)
Sub-Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
Square Feet: 3,376
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
Year Built: 1929
Built Before 1978: Yes

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.69
Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
Lot Dimensions: 117 x 298 x 117 x 305
Lot Features: Mature Trees, Views

Water Features

Water Front: Yes
Water Front Desc.: River Front, Waterfront
Water Front View: Back of Property

Financial Considerations

Assessment Year: 1929
Tax Amount: $15,153.92
Tax Year: 2024

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Property ID: 2212334007

Listed by Homesmart Realty Group IL
Sold by Heritage Select Realty

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Schools

Schools serving 318 E Prospect Ave

School Districts:Ottawa Township High School District 140, Ottawa Elementary School District 141

Name	Grades	Distance
Mckinley Elementary School, Ottawa, IL 1320 State Street, Ottawa, IL 61350	K-4	1 mi
Shepherd Middle School, Ottawa, IL 701 East McKinley Road, Ottawa, IL 61350	7-8	1.2 mi
Ottawa Township High School 211 East Main Street, Ottawa, IL 61350	9-12	0.3 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 318 E Prospect Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

1/12/2026

Sold

$407,000

-18.44%

MLS

11/10/2025

Price Reduced

$499,000

-9.27%

MLS

10/28/2025

Price Reduced

$550,000

-9.09%

MLS

10/11/2025

Price Reduced

$605,000

-3.2%

MLS

9/21/2025

Listed

$625,000

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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.

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