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Property Description
Step into timeless charm with this beautifully maintained Victorian-era home in Ottawa, offering 2 spacious bedrooms, 2 full baths, and over 1,500 sq ft of character-rich living space. From the gleaming hardwood floors and updated windows, electrical, and plumbing, every detail blends classic elegance with modern comfort. Enjoy a bright and functional kitchen featuring solid-surface counters, stainless steel appliances, and a convenient breakfast bar perfect for casual meals or morning coffee. The main level also offers a dedicated dining room, ideal for hosting gatherings, and a spacious living room that welcomes natural light. Upstairs, retreat to a cozy family room that provides a flexible space for relaxing, working, or unwinding at the end of the day. Both bedrooms are generously sized, with hardwood and luxury vinyl plank flooring, and the home includes a full bath on each level for added convenience. Thoughtful touches like first-floor laundry, a mud room, and updated lighting and fixtures add to the home's comfort and functionality. Situated on a corner lot, this fenced yard is an entertainer's dream! Featuring a raised wood deck off the backdoor, coming down to an expansive concrete patio with a meticulously maintained above-ground pool, alongside the inviting stamped concrete patio featuring a fire pit with built-in seating area-And there's still plenty of green space for recreation or gardening! With a full basement, detached garage, and nearby proximity to parks, schools, downtown and more-this home is a rare find for those seeking charm, space, and lifestyle versatility.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 402 E Van Buren St
General
- Sold For: $215,000
- Taxes: $5,203 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12429392
- Added to Site: 155 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bath, Replacement Windows
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Freezer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Fire Pit
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Gravel, On Site, Detached, Off-Alley, Garage
- Parking On-Site: Yes
Location
- Area: Danway / Dayton / Naplate / Ottawa / Prairie Cent
- County: LaSalle
- Driving Directions: From I-80, take Exit 90 on the right, then turn left going South on IL-23/Columbus Street, then after nearly 3 miles turn left going East on Van Buren Street. Home will be down this street on the left.
School Information
- School District: 141
- Midd School District: 141
- 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
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Victorian
- Construction: Wood Siding
- Exterior Const.: Wood Siding
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
- Roof: Asphalt
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Wood
- Square Feet: 1,550
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1893
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.28
- Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 90 x 135
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Corner Lot
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1893
- Tax Amount: $5,203.58
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 2212335020
Listed by Century 21 Coleman-Hornsby
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Schools
Schools serving 402 E Van Buren St
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
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 402 E Van Buren St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/10/2025
Sold
$215,000
-6.48%
MLS
8/14/2025
Listed
$229,900
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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.
402 E Van Buren Street, Ottawa, IL 61350 (MLS# 12429392) is a Single Family property that was sold at $215,000 on October 10, 2025. Want to learn more about 402 E Van Buren 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.

