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Property Description
Welcome to 500 Catherine Street in Ottawa-an absolutely move-in ready solid brick two-story home located in the heart of South Ottawa. This beautifully maintained property features brand new windows throughout the entire home, along with fresh paint, new carpet, a newer boiler system, and a newer roof. The home offers 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, including a master bedroom bath, a second full bathroom upstairs, and a powder room on the main floor. Did I mention that the master bath features heated floors? The main level offers a spacious living room and formal dining room featuring wood laminate flooring. The back of the home includes a small enclosed porch currently used as a mudroom. Enjoy a large patio and a huge backyard. You will love the front porch for your rainy summer days! Located in a stellar setting just across the bridge from downtown Ottawa, you'll enjoy easy access to local restaurants, shops, the summer farmers market and winter Kris Kringle Market, along with seasonal wine and beer fests, and just 15 minutes from Starved Rock and Matthiessen State Parks, with quick access to Route 6 and I-80 for convenient commuting. This home is maintenance-free and truly move-in ready, and it qualifies for multiple down payment assistance programs, including 100% financing and USDA loan options. Call for details.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 500 Catherine St
General
- Sold For: $221,000
- Taxes: $4,429 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12619628
- Added to Site: 58 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Open Floorplan
- Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Flooring: Laminate, Carpet
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Parking
- Total Spaces: 4
- Parking Features: Concrete, Yes, Owned
Location
- Area: Danway / Dayton / Naplate / Ottawa / Prairie Center
- County: LaSalle
- Driving Directions: Rt. 23 to southside of Ottawa, turn left on Center Street to Catherine St. Home is on the corner
School Information
- School District: 141
- Midd School District: 141
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Wall Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Steam
Utilities
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Sub-Flooring: Laminate, Carpet
- Square Feet: 1,264
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1925
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.19
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 60 x 143 x 60 x 143
- Lot Features: Corner Lot
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1925
- Tax Amount: $4,429.64
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 2214219001
Listed by Apex Real Estate Brokerage Inc
Sold by Keller Williams Infinity
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Schools
Schools serving 500 Catherine St
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Mckinley Elementary School, Ottawa, IL 1320 State Street, Ottawa, IL 61350 | K-4 | 0.8 mi |
Shepherd Middle School, Ottawa, IL 701 East McKinley Road, Ottawa, IL 61350 | 7-8 | 1 mi |
Ottawa Township High School 211 East Main Street, Ottawa, IL 61350 | 9-12 | 0.6 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 500 Catherine St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/15/2026
Sold
$221,000
2.79%
MLS
4/15/2026
Listed
$215,000
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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.
500 Catherine Street, Ottawa, IL 61350 (MLS# 12619628) is a Single Family property that was sold at $221,000 on May 15, 2026. Want to learn more about 500 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.

