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ActiveMLS #: 126753691 / 484 Beds · 2.5 Baths · 2,718 sq ft
$245,000
508 Pearl Street, Ottawa IL, 61350
Est. payment: $2,054/mo · 20% down, 30-year fixed at 6.95%, principal, interest, and taxes per the listing
Price per sq ft
$90
Built in
1902
Property size
2,718 sq ft
Lot size
0.165 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
Own a piece of Ottawa history with this remarkable 1902 Shingle Style home, ideally located on the city's historic east side. Enjoy close proximity to both the Illinois and Fox Rivers, downtown Ottawa's shops and restaurants, and convenient interstate access for commuters. Rich in architectural character, this home showcases timeless details including hardwood floors, leaded glass windows, pocket doors, a stunning curved staircase, and a distinctive turret that enhances its impressive curb appeal. The expansive front porch, featuring new composite decking, provides the perfect place to relax and enjoy the neighborhood. The welcoming foyer is flanked by a cozy library/family room and an elegant formal living room centered around a beautiful fireplace. Pocket doors lead to the formal dining room, while an adjacent office offers a private workspace with access to the backyard. The spacious kitchen provides abundant cabinetry and workspace and is complemented by a butler's pantry and convenient half bath. Upstairs, you'll find four generously sized bedrooms, including a primary suite with three closets and a private ensuite bath. A second full bathroom serves the additional bedrooms. The finished third level offers exceptional flexibility as a recreation room, guest suite, fifth bedroom, or hobby space. The basement provides ample storage and additional recreation potential. Outside, the fully fenced backyard is designed for entertaining, featuring an in-ground pool with a new liner in 2026, diving board, and a gradual depth reaching approximately 9.5 feet. Additional updates include a roof replacement in 2020. Blending historic craftsmanship, architectural charm, and modern conveniences, this one-of-a-kind home offers a rare opportunity to own a true Ottawa landmark.
Location
508 Pearl Street, Ottawa IL, 61350
- Township
- Ottawa
- County
- LaSalle
- Area
- Danway / Dayton / Naplate / Ottawa / Prairie Center
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Half bathrooms
- 1
- Total rooms
- 10
- Living area
- 2,718 sq ft (Assessor)
- Square footage notes
- All information deemed highly reliable but not guaranteed, buyer to verify all information.
- Appliances
- Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
- Basement
- Unfinished, Full
- Cooling
- Central Air, Wall Unit(s), Zoned
- Heating
- Natural Gas, Electric
- Electric
- Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Exterior and lot
- Style
- Shingle
- Construction
- Wood Siding, Shingle
Listing details
- MLS number
- 12675369
- Status
- Active
- Property type
- Detached Single
- Year built
- 1902
- Town
- Ottawa
- ZIP
- 61350
- Updated
- Sep 1, 2026
Estimate your payment
Term, years
Your monthly payment will be
$2,054
Principal, interest, and estimated taxes.
Loan $196,000 Down $49,000
- Principal and interest
- $1,297
- Property taxes (2025, per the listing)
- $757
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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