Real Estate Investment Properties for Sale in Ottawa, IL

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Investment Property for Sale in Ottawa, IL

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PROPERTY	DETAILS	SALE PRICE	INVESTMENT PERFORMANCE
11 River Row OTTAWA, IL Welcome to your riverside sanctuary in the vibrant marina resort community of Heritage Har...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,785 sq.ft.	$434,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -4.02% Traditional cash on cash: 1.46% Airbnb Rental Income: $702 Traditional Rental Income: $2625 Airbnb ROI: -4.02% Traditional ROI: 1.46%
1014 Walnut Street OTTAWA, IL WELCOME HOME! 2 BEDROOM, 1 BATH AND 2 CAR GARAGE! FRESHLY PAINTED INTERIOR! NEW CARPET! HA...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 986 sq.ft.	$164,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.03% Traditional cash on cash: 5.7% Airbnb Rental Income: $702 Traditional Rental Income: $1456 Airbnb ROI: -1.03% Traditional ROI: 5.7%
119 E Superior St OTTAWA, IL Just became available again as buyer was not able to obtain financing Proud to announ...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| N/A	$285,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.96% Traditional cash on cash: 5.32% Airbnb Rental Income: $702 Traditional Rental Income: $2082 Airbnb ROI: -0.96% Traditional ROI: 5.32%
217 20th Avenue OTTAWA, IL Welcome to this charming and spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bath all-brick bungalow that's ready to...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,102 sq.ft.	$244,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.88% Traditional cash on cash: 8.15% Airbnb Rental Income: $1936 Traditional Rental Income: $2644 Airbnb ROI: 2.88% Traditional ROI: 8.15%
1 Pelican Lndg OTTAWA, IL Located in the resort community of Heritage Harbor Ottawa, this coach house is a perfect s...	1 beds \| 1 baths \| 624 sq.ft.	$288,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -2.44% Traditional cash on cash: 1.32% Airbnb Rental Income: $784 Traditional Rental Income: $1488 Airbnb ROI: -2.44% Traditional ROI: 1.32%
130 Riverview Dr OTTAWA, IL THIS IS A FANNIE MAE HOMEPATH PROPERTY!! COME SEE THIS CUTE 2 STORY THAT HAS BEEN REMODELE...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,297 sq.ft.	$227,500	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.76% Traditional cash on cash: 3.96% Airbnb Rental Income: $1564 Traditional Rental Income: $1588 Airbnb ROI: 1.76% Traditional ROI: 3.96%
32 Waterside Way OTTAWA, IL The "Pilot House" Boat-House offers 1700 square feet in size with two bedrooms, 2 1/2 bath...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,500 sq.ft.	$614,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.33% Traditional cash on cash: 1.61% Airbnb Rental Income: $1936 Traditional Rental Income: $3109 Airbnb ROI: -1.33% Traditional ROI: 1.61%
414 2nd Avenue OTTAWA, IL Modern design meets functional luxury in this stunning new construction farm themed home o...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,842 sq.ft.	$349,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.5% Traditional cash on cash: 6.22% Airbnb Rental Income: $1564 Traditional Rental Income: $2661 Airbnb ROI: 1.5% Traditional ROI: 6.22%
809 E Center St OTTAWA, IL Spectacular 4 bedroom 3 full bath home on over an acre lot. Oversized 3 car heated garage ...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,500 sq.ft.	$415,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.36% Traditional cash on cash: 4.69% Airbnb Rental Income: $1936 Traditional Rental Income: $2719 Airbnb ROI: 1.36% Traditional ROI: 4.69%
100 Great Loop Drive #48 OTTAWA, IL This cottage forms part of our Locktender home series in Navvy Town neighborhood of Herita...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,800 sq.ft.	$385,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.17% Traditional cash on cash: 3.9% Airbnb Rental Income: $1564 Traditional Rental Income: $2100 Airbnb ROI: 1.17% Traditional ROI: 3.9%
2 Pelican Lndg OTTAWA, IL Deemed the Perfect Little Cottage in the marina resort community of Heritage Harbor locate...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,217 sq.ft.	$369,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -3.17% Traditional cash on cash: -0.82% Airbnb Rental Income: $702 Traditional Rental Income: $1212 Airbnb ROI: -3.17% Traditional ROI: -0.82%
4 Pelican Landing OTTAWA, IL	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,033 sq.ft.	$329,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -3.69% Traditional cash on cash: -1.36% Airbnb Rental Income: $702 Traditional Rental Income: $1119 Airbnb ROI: -3.69% Traditional ROI: -1.36%
100 Great Loop Drive #34 OTTAWA, IL Enjoy life in the fullest in Navvy Town community. This three bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,806 sq.ft.	$439,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.74% Traditional cash on cash: 2.53% Airbnb Rental Income: $1564 Traditional Rental Income: $1853 Airbnb ROI: 0.74% Traditional ROI: 2.53%
1638 TIMBER Lane OTTAWA, IL Welcome to this exquisite one-of-a-kind home boasting great craftmanship and stunning cher...	4 beds \| 6 baths \| 4,313 sq.ft.	$725,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.72% Traditional cash on cash: 4.98% Airbnb Rental Income: $1936 Traditional Rental Income: $5950 Airbnb ROI: -1.72% Traditional ROI: 4.98%
1428 W Main St OTTAWA, IL One story, two bedroom with enclosed front porch and attached two car garage. Furnace was ...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,075 sq.ft.	$157,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.25% Traditional cash on cash: 9.08% Airbnb Rental Income: $702 Traditional Rental Income: $1721 Airbnb ROI: 0.25% Traditional ROI: 9.08%
3068 E 1879th Rd OTTAWA, IL Welcome to a realm of unparalleled comfort and elegance in this custom-designed, custom-bu...	6 beds \| 6 baths \| 4,595 sq.ft.	$749,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 7.57% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $7322 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 7.57%
718 Arch Street OTTAWA, IL	6 beds \| 4 baths \| N/A	$347,500	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 3.55% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2242 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 3.55%
12 Redbud Row OTTAWA, IL HERITAGE HARBOR 4 BR NORWAY MODEL PERFECT FOR A WEEKEND RETREAT OR FULL TIME LIVING! Exper...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,770 sq.ft.	$389,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.69% Traditional cash on cash: 4.77% Airbnb Rental Income: $1936 Traditional Rental Income: $2550 Airbnb ROI: 1.69% Traditional ROI: 4.77%
13 River Row OTTAWA, IL This rare three bedroom, turn-key Condo is a great investment opportunity with limited ren...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,785 sq.ft.	$449,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -2.44% Traditional cash on cash: 1.54% Airbnb Rental Income: $1564 Traditional Rental Income: $2790 Airbnb ROI: -2.44% Traditional ROI: 1.54%
3 Dogwood Way OTTAWA, IL 3 BR 2 BATH SYCAMORE MODEL PERFECT FOR A WEEKEND RETREAT OR FULL-TIME LIVING LOCATED IN HE...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,424 sq.ft.	$364,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.33% Traditional cash on cash: 2.97% Airbnb Rental Income: $1564 Traditional Rental Income: $2019 Airbnb ROI: 0.33% Traditional ROI: 2.97%
400 Park Ave OTTAWA, IL 400 Park Ave, OTTAWA, IL 61350 \| Single Family Residential	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,190 sq.ft.	$479,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.97% Traditional cash on cash: 1.57% Airbnb Rental Income: $1564 Traditional Rental Income: $2253 Airbnb ROI: -0.97% Traditional ROI: 1.57%
444 1st Ave OTTAWA, IL 444 1st Ave, OTTAWA, IL 61350 \| Single Family Residential	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,988 sq.ft.	$404,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.26% Traditional cash on cash: 2.89% Airbnb Rental Income: $1936 Traditional Rental Income: $2424 Airbnb ROI: 0.26% Traditional ROI: 2.89%
116 W Prospect Ave OTTAWA, IL 116 W Prospect Ave, OTTAWA, IL 61350 \| Single Family Residential	10 beds \| 8 baths \| 5,638 sq.ft.	$595,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 7.75% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $6207 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 7.75%
3 Beech Tree Pl OTTAWA, IL 3 Beech Tree Pl, OTTAWA, IL 61350 \| Townhouse	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,744 sq.ft.	$769,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.72% Traditional cash on cash: 0.26% Airbnb Rental Income: $1936 Traditional Rental Income: $2842 Airbnb ROI: -1.72% Traditional ROI: 0.26%
1123 Country Oak Dr OTTAWA, IL 1123 Country Oak Dr, OTTAWA, IL 61350 \| Single Family Residential	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,846 sq.ft.	$575,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.77% Traditional cash on cash: 0.65% Airbnb Rental Income: $1936 Traditional Rental Income: $2190 Airbnb ROI: -0.77% Traditional ROI: 0.65%
527 E Main St OTTAWA, IL 527 E Main St, OTTAWA, IL 61350 \| Single Family Residential	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,773 sq.ft.	$550,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.66% Traditional cash on cash: 0.86% Airbnb Rental Income: $1936 Traditional Rental Income: $2207 Airbnb ROI: -0.66% Traditional ROI: 0.86%
1617 Pine Street OTTAWA, IL Charming and move in ready, this cozy 2 bedroom, 1 bath home offers comfort, functionality...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 701 sq.ft.	$145,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.65% Traditional cash on cash: 6.31% Airbnb Rental Income: $702 Traditional Rental Income: $1362 Airbnb ROI: -0.65% Traditional ROI: 6.31%
2011 Caton Rd OTTAWA, IL 2011 Caton Rd, OTTAWA, IL 61350 \| Single Family Residential	5 beds \| 5 baths \| 5,050 sq.ft.	$1,500,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: -0.08% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $4521 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: -0.08%
316 Guthrie St OTTAWA, IL 316 Guthrie St, OTTAWA, IL 61350 \| Single Family Residential	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,274 sq.ft.	$219,500	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.68% Traditional cash on cash: 5.65% Airbnb Rental Income: $1564 Traditional Rental Income: $1939 Airbnb ROI: 1.68% Traditional ROI: 5.65%
1522 E State Route 71 OTTAWA, IL 1522 E State Route 71, OTTAWA, IL 61350 \| Single Family Residential	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,183 sq.ft.	$599,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.43% Traditional cash on cash: 0.12% Airbnb Rental Income: $1564 Traditional Rental Income: $1979 Airbnb ROI: -1.43% Traditional ROI: 0.12%
2951 E 1489th Rd OTTAWA, IL	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 3,800 sq.ft.	$1,350,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -2.2% Traditional cash on cash: -0.78% Airbnb Rental Income: $1936 Traditional Rental Income: $3210 Airbnb ROI: -2.2% Traditional ROI: -0.78%
100 Great Loop Drive #40 OTTAWA, IL 100 Great Loop Drive #40, OTTAWA, IL 61350 \| Townhouse	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,890 sq.ft.	$444,800	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.5% Traditional cash on cash: 1.16% Airbnb Rental Income: $1564 Traditional Rental Income: $2222 Airbnb ROI: -1.5% Traditional ROI: 1.16%
9 Lilac Ln OTTAWA, IL 9 Lilac Ln, OTTAWA, IL 61350 \| Single Family Residential	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,539 sq.ft.	$489,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.51% Traditional cash on cash: 0.3% Airbnb Rental Income: $1564 Traditional Rental Income: $1944 Airbnb ROI: -1.51% Traditional ROI: 0.3%
1845 Lasalle St OTTAWA, IL 1845 Lasalle St, OTTAWA, IL 61350 \| Single Family Residential	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,300 sq.ft.	$339,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.94% Traditional cash on cash: 3.55% Airbnb Rental Income: $1936 Traditional Rental Income: $2258 Airbnb ROI: 0.94% Traditional ROI: 3.55%
100 Great Loop Dr., #60 OTTAWA, IL	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,800 sq.ft.	$377,500	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.95% Traditional cash on cash: 2.48% Airbnb Rental Income: $1564 Traditional Rental Income: $2329 Airbnb ROI: -0.95% Traditional ROI: 2.48%
100 Great Loop Dr #16 OTTAWA, IL 100 Great Loop Dr #16, OTTAWA, IL 61350 \| Single Family Residential	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 966 sq.ft.	$315,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -2.92% Traditional cash on cash: 1.93% Airbnb Rental Income: $702 Traditional Rental Income: $1832 Airbnb ROI: -2.92% Traditional ROI: 1.93%
100 Great Loop Dr #6 OTTAWA, IL	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 966 sq.ft.	$315,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -2.92% Traditional cash on cash: 1.93% Airbnb Rental Income: $702 Traditional Rental Income: $1832 Airbnb ROI: -2.92% Traditional ROI: 1.93%
6 Waterside Way OTTAWA, IL 6 Waterside Way, OTTAWA, IL 61350 \| Single Family Residential	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,402 sq.ft.	$749,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -2.12% Traditional cash on cash: -0.4% Airbnb Rental Income: $1564 Traditional Rental Income: $2315 Airbnb ROI: -2.12% Traditional ROI: -0.4%
The Canopies Plan OTTAWA, IL The Canopies Plan, OTTAWA, IL 61350 \| Single Family Residential	1 beds \| 1 baths \| 966 sq.ft.	$315,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -2.69% Traditional cash on cash: -1.03% Airbnb Rental Income: $784 Traditional Rental Income: $957 Airbnb ROI: -2.69% Traditional ROI: -1.03%
7 Willow Way OTTAWA, IL 7 Willow Way, OTTAWA, IL 61350 \| Single Family Residential	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,993 sq.ft.	$615,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.87% Traditional cash on cash: 0.08% Airbnb Rental Income: $1564 Traditional Rental Income: $2236 Airbnb ROI: -1.87% Traditional ROI: 0.08%

Real Estate investment in Ottawa, IL

There are 135 properties for sale in the city of Ottawa . The median list price in Ottawa is $213,390 and the average price per square foot is $217. In June 2026, the average monthly cash on cash return in Ottawa is 4.00%. The average monthly rental income in Ottawa is $1,637.

Ottawa, IL Real Estate Investing: FAQs for Buyers, Sellers and Investors

There are 135 investment properties available for sale in Ottawa.

In 2026, the best neighborhood to buy investment property is OTTAWA.

The ROI for Long-Term is higher than the Short-Term in Ottawa with average rental income of $1,637.

Your search for investment property begins and ends here

Investment Property for Sale in Ottawa, IL

11 River Row

OTTAWA, IL

2 beds | 2 baths | 1,785 sq.ft.

$434,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -4.02%

Traditional cash on cash: 1.46%

Airbnb Rental Income: $702

Traditional Rental Income: $2625

Airbnb ROI: -4.02%

Traditional ROI: 1.46%

1014 Walnut Street

OTTAWA, IL

2 beds | 1 baths | 986 sq.ft.

$164,900

Airbnb cash on cash: -1.03%

Traditional cash on cash: 5.7%

Airbnb Rental Income: $702

Traditional Rental Income: $1456

Airbnb ROI: -1.03%

Traditional ROI: 5.7%

119 E Superior St

OTTAWA, IL

4 beds | 4 baths | N/A

$285,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.96%

Traditional cash on cash: 5.32%

Airbnb Rental Income: $702

Traditional Rental Income: $2082

Airbnb ROI: -0.96%

Traditional ROI: 5.32%

217 20th Avenue

OTTAWA, IL

4 beds | 2 baths | 2,102 sq.ft.

$244,900

Airbnb cash on cash: 2.88%

Traditional cash on cash: 8.15%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1936

Traditional Rental Income: $2644

Airbnb ROI: 2.88%

Traditional ROI: 8.15%

1 Pelican Lndg

OTTAWA, IL

1 beds | 1 baths | 624 sq.ft.

$288,900

Airbnb cash on cash: -2.44%

Traditional cash on cash: 1.32%

Airbnb Rental Income: $784

Traditional Rental Income: $1488

Airbnb ROI: -2.44%

Traditional ROI: 1.32%

130 Riverview Dr

OTTAWA, IL

3 beds | 1 baths | 1,297 sq.ft.

$227,500

Airbnb cash on cash: 1.76%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.96%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1564

Traditional Rental Income: $1588

Airbnb ROI: 1.76%

Traditional ROI: 3.96%

32 Waterside Way

OTTAWA, IL

4 beds | 3 baths | 2,500 sq.ft.

$614,900

Airbnb cash on cash: -1.33%

Traditional cash on cash: 1.61%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1936

Traditional Rental Income: $3109

Airbnb ROI: -1.33%

Traditional ROI: 1.61%

414 2nd Avenue

OTTAWA, IL

3 beds | 3 baths | 1,842 sq.ft.

$349,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 1.5%

Traditional cash on cash: 6.22%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1564

Traditional Rental Income: $2661

Airbnb ROI: 1.5%