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$229,900

For Sale - Active
402 E Van Buren St, Ottawa, IL 61350
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,550 Square Feet
0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1893
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 20 hours ago
Updated: Aug 25, 2025 at 06:31PM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$349
Cap Rate
3.9%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-7.9%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.68
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-3.7%

Property Description


0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1893
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

Step into timeless charm with this beautifully maintained Victorian-era home in Ottawa, offering 2 spacious bedrooms, 2 full baths, and over 1,500 sq ft of character-rich living space. From the gleaming hardwood floors and updated windows, electrical, and plumbing, every detail blends classic elegance with modern comfort. Enjoy a bright and functional kitchen featuring solid-surface counters, stainless steel appliances, and a convenient breakfast bar perfect for casual meals or morning coffee. The main level also offers a dedicated dining room, ideal for hosting gatherings, and a spacious living room that welcomes natural light. Upstairs, retreat to a cozy family room that provides a flexible space for relaxing, working, or unwinding at the end of the day. Both bedrooms are generously sized, with hardwood and luxury vinyl plank flooring, and the home includes a full bath on each level for added convenience. Thoughtful touches like first-floor laundry, a mud room, and updated lighting and fixtures add to the home's comfort and functionality. Situated on a corner lot, this fenced yard is an entertainer's dream! Featuring a raised wood deck off the backdoor, coming down to an expansive concrete patio with a meticulously maintained above-ground pool, alongside the inviting stamped concrete patio featuring a fire pit with built-in seating area-And there's still plenty of green space for recreation or gardening! With a full basement, detached garage, and nearby proximity to parks, schools, downtown and more-this home is a rare find for those seeking charm, space, and lifestyle versatility.

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Property Details


Parking

  • Details: Gravel, On Site, Detached, Garage
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Spaces Total: 3

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 2

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 2
  • # of Baths (Total): 2.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 9
  • # of Stories: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Unfinished, Full

Exterior Features

  • Roof Material: Asphalt

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential
  • Land Use Subtype: Single Family Residential (Assumed)

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 2212335020
  • Lot Size: 0 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Victorian
  • Year Built: 1893

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $5,203

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air

Location

  • County: La Salle

Listing Details


Listed by:
William Hornsby
Century 21 Coleman-Hornsby
(815) 474-6167

Source:
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS#: 12429392
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$349
Cap Rate
3.9%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-7.9%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.68
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-3.7%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$229,900
Amount financed:
-$183,920
Down payment:
$45,980
Closing costs:
$6,897
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$52,877
Square feet:
1,550
Cost per square foot:
$148
Monthly rent per square foot:
$1.10

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$183,920
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$1,088
Property tax:
$434
Insurance:
$119
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$1,641

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$1,700 $20,400
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$102 -$1,224
Operating income:
$1,598 $19,176

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (26%)
26%-$434-$5,204
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$119-$1,428
Property management: (8%)
8%-$136-$1,632
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$85-$1,020
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$85-$1,020
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (51%)
51%-$859-$10,304

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$739 $8,868
Mortgage payments:
-$1,088 -$13,056
Cash flow:
$349 $4,188