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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Dishwasher
- In-unit laundry
Location
224 1/2 W Madison St, Ottawa, IL 61350, USA
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Property Overview
224 1/2 West Madison St earns strong marks overall, with a 8.5/10 expert rating supported by excellent price, amenities, and location scores. It offers dishwasher and in-unit laundry, 19 photos for a helpful preview, and stands out for its value per square foot. It’s also noted for nearby pet grooming and pet supply services.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
More space- High school nearby
- Eco-friendly trash disposal
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 224 1/2 West Madison St - 1 | 1 bed | 1 bath | 950 sqft | Large, Beautifully remodeled, Queen Anne unit right in the heart of downtown Ottawa. Shops, bars and restaurants line the streets in the shopping district, with coffee shops and ice cream parlors for dessert. This upstairs unit quietly sits above the bustle below. 5 min to St. Elizabeth Medical center, and 2 blocks to Washington Square Park. Unit has designated parking spot behind building. Heat, Gas, Water, Trash all included in rent In-Unit Laundry and Dishwasher Tenant pays electric Smaller pets allowed for an additional fee |
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Amenities for 224 1/2 West Madison St
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Aircon |
| Gas Utilities | Heat |
| Hot Water | Trash Included |
| Utilities/Sewer |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Storage |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time.
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OPTIONAL FEES
Dog Policy
Allowed
Limit1
Cat Policy
Allowed
Limit1
Cat
Pet Terms
1 cat max.
Dog
Pet Terms
1 dog max.
Building details
Property details
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About 224 1/2 West Madison St
Large, Beautifully remodeled, Queen Anne unit right in the heart of downtown Ottawa. Shops, bars and restaurants line the streets in the shopping district, with coffee shops and ice cream parlors for dessert. This upstairs unit quietly sits above the bustle below. 5 min to St. Elizabeth Medical center, and 2 blocks to Washington Square Park. Unit has designated parking spot behind building. Heat, Gas, Water, Trash all included in rent In-Unit Laundry and Dishwasher Tenant pays electric Smaller pets allowed for an additional fee
224 1/2 West Madison St is great for:
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 224 1/2 West Madison St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 949 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.2 miles away
- Eco-friendly trash disposal
- This property has recycling pickup
- Extra storage
- In-unit features
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this property
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building
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Median rents as of Oct 31 2026.
Ottawa
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | $1,400 |
| August 2025 | $1,257 |
| September 2025 | $1,200 |
| October 2025 | $1,414 |
| November 2025 | $1,500 |
| December 2025 | $1,500 |
| January 2026 | $1,400 |
| February 2026 | $1,442 |
| March 2026 | $1,450 |
| April 2026 | $1,500 |
| May 2026 | $1,500 |
| June 2026 | $1,500 |
| July 2026 | $1,493 |
| August 2026 | $1,500 |
| September 2026 | $1,475 |
| October 2026 | $1,490 |
Schools near 224 1/2 West Madison St
Lincoln Elementary School
1110 w main st
ottawa, IL, 61350
PK, K-4Public
B-
Jefferson Elementary School
1709 columbus st
ottawa, IL, 61350
PK, K-4Public
B
McKinley Elementary School
1320 state st
ottawa, IL, 61350
PK, K-4Public
B+
Rutland Elementary School
3231 n il route 71
ottawa, IL, 61350
PK, K-8Public
Grand Ridge School
400 w main st
grand ridge, IL, 61325
PK, K-8Public
B+
Getting around Ottawa near 224 1/2 W Madison St
Walking
6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Points of interest for 224 1/2 W Madison St, Ottawa
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Nightlife
7/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk
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