Date
Details
Price
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Source
5/29/2026
Listed
$350,000
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Property Description & Video
401 E Prospect Avenue, Ottawa, ILVideo Tour of 401 E Prospect Avenue, Ottawa, IL.
Step into timeless elegance with this spacious historic Victorian home offering 5 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and beautiful character throughout. Situated on a corner lot with a fully fenced backyard, this stately residence makes a lasting first impression with its striking curb appeal and expansive covered front porch welcoming you home. Inside, the grand foyer showcases a stunning staircase and sets the tone for the craftsmanship and charm found throughout. The inviting living room features an original stained glass window and pocket doors, while the formal dining room flows seamlessly into the updated kitchen complete with included appliances, maple cabinetry with leaded glass accents, granite countertops, and a beautiful tin ceiling. Just off the dining room, a cozy family room or den with a wood-burning fireplace offers flexible living space and could also serve as a potential main-floor bedroom. The main level also includes a full bathroom with tub/shower combo, a spacious walk-in pantry, and access to a private balcony area. Upstairs, you'll find five generously sized bedrooms and a beautifully appointed full bathroom featuring a separate shower, jetted tub, double vanity, and stunning windows that fill the space with natural light. Outside, the paver patio and fully fenced backyard create the perfect setting for entertaining, relaxing, kids, or pets. A detached 2-car garage with a floored loft provides excellent additional storage, along with an attached shed for even more functionality. This remarkable home offers the perfect blend of historic charm, spacious living, and thoughtful updates-all in a beautiful setting ready for its next chapter.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 401 E Prospect Ave
General
- Price: $350,000
- Taxes: $8,790 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12662005
- Updated: 6/4/2026
- Added to Site: 8 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Unfinished
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath, Historic/Period Mlwk, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Master Bedroom
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 6
- Parking Features: Concrete, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Unassigned, Off-Street, Driveway, Owned, Garage
Location
- Area: Danway / Dayton / Naplate / Ottawa / Prairie Center
- County: LaSalle
- Township: South Ottawa
- Driving Directions: South Side of Ottawa. Route 23 South to First Ave. Take left on First Ave. to E. Prospect
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: Window Unit(s)
- Heating Type: None
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Victorian
- Architectural Style: Victorian
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 2,862
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1887
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.18
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 60 x 135 x 60 x 135
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1887
- Tax Amount: $8,790.64
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 2212335005
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Schools
Schools serving 401 E Prospect Ave
| 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 | 0.4 mi |
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Price & Sales History for 401 E Prospect Ave
Tax History
Tax History for 401 E Prospect Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$8,791
—
$104,204
9%
2024
$8,791
1%
$96,040
9%
2023
$8,695
100%
$88,321
10%
2022
-100%
$80,637
7%
2021
$7,491
6%
$75,602
5%
2020
$7,074
—
$72,084
3%
2019
$7,073
—
$69,916
3%
2019
$7,073
112%
$68,131
2%
2017
$3,340
4%
$66,651
4%
2016
$3,220
—
$64,273
4%
2016
$3,220
—
$61,511
—
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401 E Prospect Avenue, Ottawa, IL 61350 (MLS# 12662005) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 401 E Prospect Avenue is currently listed for $350,000 and was received on May 29, 2026. Want to learn more about 401 E Prospect Avenue? 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.