Charming South Side cottage-style Cape Cod filled with character throughout! Step inside the welcoming foyer featuring beautiful hardwood floors, a classic staircase, and an arched doorway leading into the spacious L-shaped living room. A large, double-depth coat closet tucked beneath the staircase offers built-in shelving and ample hanging space. The inviting living room features a wood-burning fireplace accented by built-in display nooks, large windows that fill the space with natural light, and plenty of room for relaxing or entertaining. The charming kitchen offers classic black-and-white checkered flooring, white cabinetry, dark countertops, stainless steel appliances, and abundant natural light. Just off the kitchen are a spacious formal dining room and an inviting screened porch. The dining room showcases beautiful hardwood floors, a stylish light fixture, and a large window, while the screened porch is surrounded by windows offering peaceful views of the backyard. Upstairs, you'll find two spacious bedrooms and a full bathroom. Both bedrooms feature beautiful hardwood floors, charming architectural details, and cozy window nooks. One bedroom also showcases rich wood trim and a built-in dresser. The hallway between the bedrooms features built-in bookshelves and cabinetry, adding even more character and convenient storage. The full, partially finished basement provides additional versatile space with a cozy office nook, recreation area, storage room, workshop, laundry area, and convenient toilet. Step outside to a spacious, deep backyard offering a peaceful, park-like setting surrounded by mature trees and lush landscaping. Enjoy outdoor living with a private patio, charming stepping-stone pathways, a fire pit, and a garden bench nestled among the greenery. The expansive yard provides plenty of space for entertaining, gardening, or simply relaxing and enjoying the natural surroundings. A storage shed offers additional space for lawn equipment and outdoor essentials. This character-filled home offers a wonderful blend of classic charm, inviting living spaces, and a beautiful backyard retreat! Attached one car garage.
Single-familyProperty Type
1936Year Built
0.26 acresLot Size
$132Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by George Shanley• Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
1,638 sq ft lot • 2 parking spots • Community pool
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Central Intermediate School
Public 5-6 • Assigned • 1.0mi
5/10
Shepherd Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
4/10
Ottawa Township High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
3/10
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About South
Ottawa
South Ottawa, located between the Illinois River and U.S. Route 6, is a residential and river-adjacent Ottawa neighborhood with a bluff-lined shoreline and a grid of older streets. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Ottawa Riverfront and the junction of LaSalle Street and Madison Street, where storefronts, patios, and civic buildings set a steady downtown rhythm. Historic brick and frame homes mix with small apartment buildings, and the terrain shifts toward river overlooks and park paths. Washington Square Park frames community gatherings, while the Ottawa Township High School campus anchors daily routines. The Reddick Mansion and the historic downtown theater scene add cultural weight without feeling formal. Trails and river views keep the pace grounded in the landscape.
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Market insights
750 Guthrie St · $186,900
DAYS ON MARKET
2 days
The average home goes pending in 60 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
97.3%
Most homes are selling 3% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$186,900
Median sale price in this area is $178,418. (5% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
18% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Separate dining room
Sun room
Sitting room
Recreation room
Workshop
Foyer
Storage
Unfinished partial basement
Radon mitigation system
Wood-burning fireplace in the living room
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Primary bedroom on the second floor
Second bedroom on the second floor
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom
Kitchen
Range, microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer
Flooring
Hardwood flooring
Carpet
Vinyl flooring
Other flooring
Heating & cooling
Forced-air heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Patio
Mature trees
Home design
Detached home
1.5 stories
Parking
Attached garage with one space
Garage door opener
Concrete parking
Construction
Cedar construction
Asphalt roof
Built 81–90 years ago
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
HOA & community
Homeowners association not required
Community features include curbs, street lights, and paved streets
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Character throughout in this south side cottage style Cape Cod home proudly sitting at the top of Guthrie St. The Kitchen features stainless steel appliances. 3 season room 12x20 off Kitchen. L-shaped Living room has builtin China cabinet and wood burning fireplace. 1st floor formal Dining room. The upper level has 2 bedrooms one being the Master and a full bath. Possible hardwood floors under carpet. The lower level has a 1/2 bath, laundry and room previously used as the 3rd bedroom 10x13 Deep lot mature trees. Seller will provide HMS Home Warranty.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,461 (+6.7%)
$11,527 + $48,695
$60,222
2024
$5,117 (+7.6%)
$11,527 + $48,695
$60,222
2023
$4,758 (+9.6%)
$10,624 + $44,880
$55,504
2022
$4,342 (+7.0%)
$9,770 + $41,273
$51,043
2021
$4,057 (+6.3%)
$7,061 + $39,541
$46,602
2020
$3,817 (+31.9%)
$6,620 + $37,072
$43,692
2019
$2,893
$6,312 + $35,347
$41,659
2018
$2,891 (+0.4%)
$6,122 + $34,284
$40,406
2017
$2,879 (−16.4%)
$5,966 + $33,409
$39,375
2016
$3,442 (+5.7%)
$5,836 + $32,683
$38,519
2015
$3,256 (+34.9%)
$5,628 + $31,517
$37,145
2013
$2,413
$5,274 + $29,537
$34,811
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.26 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
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Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,104
Year built
1936
Style
Single Family Residential
County
LaSalle County
APN
22-14-239-027
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 16, 2026.
A-2
Single Family And Two-Family Residence District
The A-2 single-family and two-family residence district is principally for detached single-family dwellings and two-family dwellings and related educational, religious and recreational facilities.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Ottawa, IL • 61350
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22
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Sun exposure
90/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Ottawa. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.9 hrs
5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 750 Guthrie St
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $170,000 and $221,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $170K to $221K.