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Seller's Agent in 2025
James Hillis
DC Rise Real Estate
(610) 329-4041
2 in this area
11 Total Sales
115 N Bench St Galena, IL 61036
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,047
Sq Ft
3,049
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Victorian Architecture
- Formal Dining Room
- Laundry Room
- Galena Primary School Rated A-
- Living Room
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
About This Home
As of December 2025Welcome to your storybook two-bedroom, two-bathroom Victorian cottage, nestled in the heart of Galena's Historic District, beautifully maintained, brimming with original woodwork and timeless character. The inviting main floor offers a warm entryway, comfortable living and dining areas, and a thoughtfully designed kitchen. Pour your morning coffee and enjoy sunshine on the new rear deck-or invite friends over to enjoy golden-hour evenings as the stars appear! Upstairs, you'll find two comfortable bedrooms and a full bath, each filled with natural light and charm. There is ample storage in the closets and basement. The flat rear yard space offers room to play or garden with minimal upkeep. Just moments from Galena's shops, restaurants, and historic attractions, this home is move-in ready, ideal for everyday living or as a special retreat.
Last Buyer's Agent
Non Member
NON MEMBER
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,468
Year Built
- Built in 1907
Lot Details
- 3,049 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 33x45x2x26x37x71
Home Design
- Victorian Architecture
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,047 Sq Ft Home
- 1.5-Story Property
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry Room
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Potential Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 12, 2015
Closed on
Dec 4, 2015
Sold by
Scoles Jon S and Scoles Laura E
Bought by
Mcmahon Alice A
Seller's Agent
Shelly McCoy
COLDWELL BANKER NETWORK REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Joan Murray
Eagle Ridge Realty
List Price
$129,000
Sold Price
$90,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$39,000
-30.23%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.12%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $90,000 | Attorney Only |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | $82,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/12/2025 12/12/25 | Sold | $190,000 | -23.4% | $181 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/26/2025 11/26/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/13/2025 10/13/25 | Price Changed | $248,000 | -4.6% | $237 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/13/2025 08/13/25 | For Sale | $260,000 | +188.9% | $248 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/10/2015 12/10/15 | Sold | $90,000 | -30.2% | $86 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 10/31/2015 10/31/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/12/2015 02/12/15 | For Sale | $129,000 | -- | $123 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,468 | $38,006 | $3,333 | $34,673 |
| 2023 | $2,536 | $38,200 | $2,909 | $35,291 |
| 2022 | $2,536 | $32,234 | $2,455 | $29,779 |
| 2021 | $2,033 | $29,695 | $2,262 | $27,433 |
| 2020 | $1,905 | $27,569 | $2,100 | $25,469 |
| 2019 | $2,130 | $30,278 | $2,089 | $28,189 |
| 2018 | $2,669 | $31,153 | $2,149 | $29,004 |
| 2017 | $2,052 | $30,375 | $2,095 | $28,280 |
| 2016 | $2,008 | $30,375 | $2,095 | $28,280 |
| 2015 | $3,027 | $36,545 | $2,095 | $34,450 |
| 2014 | $2,885 | $36,545 | $2,095 | $34,450 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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James Hillis
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Buyer's Agent in 2025
Non Member
NON MEMBER
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Shelly McCoy
Seller's Agent in 2015
Shelly McCoy
COLDWELL BANKER NETWORK REALTY
(815) 238-5676
41 in this area
109 Total Sales
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J
Buyer's Agent in 2015
Joan Murray
Eagle Ridge Realty
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12445057
APN: 22-100-088-00
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