$260,000

115 N Bench St Galena, IL 61036

Estimated payment $1,623/month

Total Views 517
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,047 Sq Ft
$248 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Very Popular Property
  • Deck
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Galena Primary School Rated A-
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Wood Siding

About This Home

Welcome to your storybook 2 bedroom, 2 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. 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.

Listing Agent

James Hillis

Eagle Ridge Realty License #475205723 Listed on: 08/13/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,468

Year Built

  • Built in 1907

Home Design

  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Window Treatments

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry in Basement

Schools

  • Galena Elementary And Middle School
  • Galena High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Electric Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • 3,049 Sq Ft Lot

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,468

Year Built

Built in 1907

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fans/Remotes, Window Treatments
  • Road Frontage: City/Town
  • Type: City/Town
  • Electric: Circuit Breaker
  • Additional Room 5: Parlor, Dimensions: 12.5x9.5, On Level: Main
  • Appliances That Stay or Are Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop, Washer
  • Class: HOUSE
  • Estimated Above Grade Sq Ft: 698
  • Exemptions: Owner
  • General Features: Deck, Laundry Basement
  • Grid: Galena
  • Legal Description: ORIGINAL LOTS PT LOTS 47 & 48 (from the tax bill)
  • Lot Acreage: 0.07
  • Lvt Date: 08/13/2025
  • Number of Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Number of Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Stove Range Fuel: Electric
  • Style: 1.5 Story
  • Type: House
  • Agent Only_ L A1 User Code: 111058
  • Egress: No
  • Elementary School: Galena
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 1047
  • Estimated Upper Sq Ft: 349
  • Garage Type Driveway: None
  • Hold Earnest Money Y N: Yes
  • Pertinent Facts: Welcome to your storybook 2 bedroom, 2 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. 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.
  • Rental License: No
  • Designated Managing Broker Y N: No
  • Estimated Above Grade Sq Ft: 1047
  • L O1 Brokerage Number: 477014663
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 13x12.7, On Level: Upper
  • Basement: Partial Exposure
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 9.5x8.8, On Level: Upper
  • Dining Room: Yes, On Level: Main, Dimensions: 12.5x11.3
  • Family Room: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: 13x9.9, On Level: Main
  • Living Room: Yes, On Level: Main, Dimensions: 16.6x9.8
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 248.33
  • Recreation Room: No
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Siding, Wood
  • Roof: Shingle

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Sewer: City/Community
  • Water: City/Community
  • Water Heater: Electric

Schools

  • School District: Galena
  • Elementary School: Galena
  • Middle School: Galena
  • High School: Galena

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1907

Tax Info

  • Year: 2024
  • Taxes: 2468

MLS Schools

  • HighSchool: Galena
  • School District: Galena
  • Middle School: Galena

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Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
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
10/31/2015 10/31/15 Pending -- -- --
02/12/2015 02/12/15 For Sale $129,000 -- $123 / Sq Ft
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®

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

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Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 202504859

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®

APN: 22-100-088-00