326 Congress St, Ottawa, IL

Name: 326 Congress St, Sold in Ottawa - eXp Realty
Brand: Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
SKU: 12463885
Price: 276900 USD

House

Sold

Listed price in listed location currency (USD).

$256,000

$276,900

525

MLS® 12463885

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Key Facts

Type Single Family Residence

Levels Residential

Size 2830 sqft

Garage Yes

Taxes $2,456

Lot Size 0.17 acres

Approx. Age 1900

Avg. Price Per Sqft $97

MLS® Number 12463885

Property Address: 326 Congress St, Ottawa, IL, 61350-3012

Average square foot calculated using Size range provided by listing agent.

Description

Proudly situated on Ottawa's East Side Historic District, this timeless home combines rich character with an unbeatable location. Just steps from the Fox and Illinois Rivers, walking distance to downtown restaurants, shopping, and the new YMCA, and only a short drive to Starved Rock and Matthiessen State Parks with easy interstate access for commuters, this home offers the perfect blend of charm and convenience. The exterior welcomes you with its stately presence, original paver sidewalks, and a brick-lined street that sets the tone for the history within. Inside, soaring 12-foot ceilings on the main level and 10-foot ceilings upstairs create a grand sense of space. A gracious foyer highlights a dramatic staircase and stunning original woodwork. Flanking the foyer, the living and family rooms showcase the same exquisite craftsmanship, each anchored by a marble wood-burning fireplace and both featuring hidden bookshelves. Off the living room, the formal dining room features ornate hardwood floors, two built-ins, and dual access to the kitchen-one through a guest hallway and another via a walk-through butler's pantry lined with cabinetry for storage. The spacious kitchen includes an eating area, main-floor laundry, and direct access to a private screened porch as well as a second staircase to the upper level. A main-floor bedroom (or ideal for a study/den) features a walk-in closet and the oversized half bathroom offers flexibility, with potential to be converted into a full bathroom if desired. The home is brimming with historic details, from ornate door handles and decorative ceiling medallions to the unique front double doors that make a lasting first impression. Upstairs, you'll find four large bedrooms and a full bathroom, each space echoing the character and charm that defines this home. Loaded with historic detail, original features, and endless potential, this property is ready for its next chapter. If you've dreamed of living in a historic home within walking distance of downtown, this is the one.

MLS® Number12463885

Laundry LevelMain Level, In Unit, In Kitchen

Central VacNo

FireplaceNo

Acreage0.17

Exterior

GarageYes

Approx. Age1900

BasementUnfinished, Partial

DrivewayConcrete, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Off Street, Driveway, Owned, Garage

Garage Spaces1

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Price History

Jan 19, 2026End Date

$256,000Sold Price

Sold

Sep 5, 2025List Date

$276,900List Price

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