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Ottawa, IL is a small town situated near the Illinois River in the north-central part of the state. It is known for its natural beauty and its rich history as one of the oldest communities in Illinois. With an array of activities to do around town, such as visiting historical sites, golfing, cycling, and exploring nature trails and parks, Ottawa has something to offer everyone. The city also hosts a variety of festivals throughout the year which attract thousands of visitors annually.
Reviews of Ottawa are overwhelmingly positive - with people praising its friendly atmosphere as well as the great selection of activities available in and around town. Visitors also appreciate that Ottawa is quiet and peaceful but still close to larger cities like Chicago if they want more diverse entertainment options. People come away from their visits with fond memories from Ottawa's unique attractions such as its historic downtown area and its 19th-century architecture. In addition, many people love that it's easy to access outdoor activities right outside their front door or within a short drive away.
based on 6 ReviewsGet to know Ottawa with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Ottawa
Radiation - 5/31/2017
Have all of the radiation sites been cleaned up? If not, did the tornado stir up and blast some radiation from these sites to other
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Quality of life - 2/1/2014
Good location with low cost of living and close enough to Chicago and suburbs to take advantage of their
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Taxes are a killer - 1/30/2010
Although Ottawa is a very nice place to live, living here is becoming rediculous...as taxes go. I bought a house less then four years ago and my taxed went from approaximately $1300.00 to $4020.00. That is over a 300% tax raise. I feel as if the city/State is trying to get ride of the middle class. I am seriously contiplating moving. Enough is
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Taxes - 12/31/2008
The propetry taxes on the south side of the river are 10-10 times higher thatn the North. Therre is no retail business to produce tax dollars and it more costly to live on that side. It is the most desirable areas to live
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You get what you see. - 11/25/2007
I moved to Ottawa 6 months ago, I like it. Sure Ottawa is not full of culture and recreational things to do, but who moves to Ottawa for that????? Its geographical location to Chicago is what sold me. Moving from Orland Park I have found the relaxed, laid back lifestyle of Ottawa comforting. Working in Joliet I have a traffic free commute of 35 minutes. On the weekends I can be downtown Chicago in an hour. Affordable housing, nice people(big drinkers), a classic river city downtown, I am staying for a while
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