IL
LaSalle
Ottawa
61350
542 Chapel Street
542 Chapel Street, Ottawa, IL 61350
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Listing Type
Single Family
Listing Status
contingent
47
$436,900

Home Details for 542 Chapel Street

Price
$436,900
Type
Residential
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
4.0
Square feet
2526
Year built
1900
Lot size acres
0.27
County
LaSalle
Total rooms
12
Garage
2
Basement
Partially Finished, Exterior Entry, Walk-Out Access
Days on site
25
MLS Listing#
12490497
Property Description

Experience riverfront living at its finest on Ottawa's Historic East Side , the Town Of Two Rivers and Starved Rock Country! This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2 full and 2 half-bathroom home combines timeless character with modern comfort and stunning panoramic views of the Fox river. From the moment you arrive, the inviting front porch sets the tone for this charming property. Inside, the living room offers a peaceful retreat, leading to a gorgeous formal dining room that truly serves as the heart of the home-perfectly connecting the main floor bedroom, kitchen, and full bathroom. The updated cook's kitchen features soapstone countertops and backsplash, rich cabinetry, and a thoughtful layout ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. A sun-filled back sunroom/river room steals the show with dramatic windows that showcase breathtaking river views and offers additional space for dining or relaxing. Just off this area, you'll find a flexible room that can serve as a den, office, or guest bedroom with its own private half bathroom. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite offers built-in storage, generous closet space, and a full bathroom for added comfort. The walk-out lower level provides even more living space, including a family room, laundry area, multiple flex rooms, a half bathroom, and direct access to a patio overlooking the river-perfect for enjoying tranquil sunsets over the water. Step outside to discover your own fenced private retreat, complete with multiple decks overlooking the river, with a private side yard, and a screened-in porch attached to the two-car garage-ideal for relaxing with a view. Recent updates include a new A/C unit (2023), fence installation (2024), washer and dryer (2025), and a new Thor oven (2025). Conveniently located within walking distance to Ottawa's vibrant downtown restaurants, shops, the new YMCA, and the scenic riverwalk, this home offers the perfect balance of small-town charm and peaceful waterfront living. Don't miss your chance to own one of Ottawa's most special riverfront homes!

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Property Features
  • Parking
    • Asphalt
    • Garage Door Opener
    • On Site
    • Detached
    • Off Street
    • Driveway
    • Garage
  • Heating Information
    • Natural Gas
    • Electric
    • Steam
    • Baseboard
  • Basement
    • Partially Finished
    • Exterior Entry
    • Walk-Out Access
  • Waterfront and Water Access
    • River Front
    • Waterfront
  • Cooling Information
    • Central Air
  • Water Features
    • Public
  • House Interior
    • Entrance Foyer
School Information
School Information for 542 Chapel Street, Ottawa, IL 61350
Elementary School
Jefferson Elementary: K-4th Grad
Middle School
Shepherd Middle School
High School
Ottawa Township High School
Listing Courtesy: Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group - 815-433-5501
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Last Updated: 2025-10-23 08:45:27
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1275 E. Butterfield Rd Suite 200, Wheaton, IL 60189
Roger Jenisch
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630 480 4555
Agent
773 682 8771
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