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ActiveMLS #: 124780211 / 433 Beds · 2.5 Baths · 2,183 sq ft
$599,000
1522 E State Route 71, Ottawa IL, 61350
Est. payment: $3,902/mo · 20% down, 30-year fixed at 6.95%, principal, interest, and taxes per the listing
Price per sq ft
$274
Built in
2006
Property size
2,183 sq ft
Lot size
2.2 acres
Property type
Detached Single
Listed by George Shanley with Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
Questions about this home: Nick Rife, Rife Realty, (815) 258-1471 or Nick@RifeRealty.com
Overview
Discover a truly rare retreat where rustic character, natural beauty, and modern convenience come together just minutes from town. Located approximately 5 minutes from downtown Ottawa's dining and shopping and just 10 minutes from the trails of Starved Rock State Park, this custom-built A-frame offers an extraordinary lifestyle on a scenic 2+ acre setting with direct access to the Illinois River. Lovingly maintained by its original owner, this distinctive 3-4 bedroom, 2-bath home is filled with warmth, character, and thoughtful details throughout. The breathtaking great room is the heart of the home, featuring a soaring 24-foot knotty pine cathedral ceiling, floor-to-ceiling Wisconsin river rock fireplace with a cedar split-log mantle, and a striking elk antler chandelier imported from Montana. Walls of windows and sliding doors fill the space with natural light while opening to the expansive wraparound deck, creating an incredible setting for entertaining or simply enjoying the peaceful surroundings. The inviting eat-in kitchen features hickory cabinetry, a hammered copper sink, included appliances, and direct access to the deck for effortless indoor-outdoor dining. Two main-level bedrooms offer cherry hardwood flooring and double closets, along with a full bathroom featuring a tub/shower combination. Upstairs, the private primary suite provides a peaceful escape with a spacious bedroom, generous closet space, and a cozy reading or office nook. The beautifully appointed primary bath features stone accents, a jetted tub, and separate shower. The lower level adds even more versatility with a large flex room, plus unfinished space with an egress window and plumbing rough-in for a future bathroom-offering excellent potential for additional living space. New furnace September 2026. Outside, the property truly sets itself apart. A 40x40 outbuilding built in 2007 features 8-inch-thick concrete floors and a half bath, while a dedicated concrete pad with two RV hookups provides convenient space for recreational vehicles or boats. Additional amenities include a shed, aviary, and chicken coop and pond in front of the home with new stock tank 2026. And then there's the river. Enjoy your own private riverfront setting with a deck overlooking the water and dock access, creating endless opportunities for fishing, boating, relaxing, and enjoying the tranquility of the Illinois River. A one-of-a-kind property offering the rare combination of a distinctive home, acreage, riverfront access, and exceptional outbuildings-all while remaining close to town and some of the area's most treasured natural attractions. This isn't simply a home; it's a place to slow down, gather, explore, and enjoy the lifestyle you've been looking for. *** Showings by appointment only.
Location
1522 E State Route 71, Ottawa IL, 61350
- Township
- South Ottawa
- County
- LaSalle
- Area
- Danway / Dayton / Naplate / Ottawa / Prairie Center
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Half bathrooms
- 1
- Total rooms
- 7
- Living area
- 2,183 sq ft (Plans)
- Square footage notes
- All information deemed highly reliable but not guaranteed, buyer to verify all information.
- Interior features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
- Appliances
- Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Flooring
- Hardwood
- Fireplaces
- 1 (Living Room)
- Basement
- Partially Finished, Bath/Stubbed, Egress Window, Concrete, Full
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Listing details
- MLS number
- 12478021
- Status
- Active
- Property type
- Detached Single
- Year built
- 2006
- Town
- Ottawa
- ZIP
- 61350
- Updated
- Sep 21, 2026
Estimate your payment
Term, years
Your monthly payment will be
$3,902
Principal, interest, and estimated taxes.
Loan $479,200 Down $119,800
- Principal and interest
- $3,172
- Property taxes (2024, per the listing)
- $730
Ballpark estimated payments for planning. Not a quote or a preapproval.
What this estimate includes
Principal, interest, and property taxes: the listing's reported bill when MRED has one, otherwise an estimate from typical corridor rates. Insurance and any PMI are not included, and this is not an offer of credit. Your real number depends on your credit, the lender, and the property.
Talk to Nick and he will connect you with one of his preferred lenders for a real figure.
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