NOT LISTED FOR SALE

118 S Bench St Galena, IL 61036

Estimated Value: $176,000 - $235,000

1 Bed
2 Baths
1,262 Sq Ft
$160/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 06, 2014

Last sale price $140,000 $111 Per Sq Ft

Est. 44% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,275/month

49 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Brick or Stone Mason
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Galena Primary School Rated A-
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of November 2014

Known for its etched glass barn owl doors, this circa 1856 Galena brick warehouse was converted into a residence in the 1980's. Over the past 5 years the current owners, one is a Chicago Area Designer, have meticulously remodeled, making this a move in perfect,low maintenance Galena get-away or full-time home. This unique home features reclaimed pine floors, exposed brick and stone walls with a spacious open plan great for entertaining. The charming private back patio with hand stacked native limestone retaining walls is beautifully landscaped. Lower level stone room is currently used as a second bedroom. Property is zoned for both residential and commercial use, which expands possibilities. List of many improvements is available.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Joan Murray

Eagle Ridge Realty License #475131930 Listed on: 08/23/2014

Last Buyer's Agent

Shelly McCoy

Eagle Ridge Realty License #475131143

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,666

Year Built

  • Built in 1800

Lot Details

  • 1,307

Home Design

  • Brick or Stone Mason
  • Shingle Roof
  • Rubber Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Gas Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom located in the basement
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Basement

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

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Schools

  • Galena Elementary And Middle School
  • Galena High School

Utilities

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

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,666

Year Built

Built in 1800

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Road Frontage: City/Town
  • Electric: Circuit Breaker
  • Additional Room 6: M - entry
  • Additional Room 7: L - stone
  • Appliances That Stay or Are Included: Disposal, Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop
  • Class: HOUSE
  • Estimated Above Grade Sq Ft: 711
  • Estimated Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 551
  • Front: 25
  • General Features: Deck, Laundry Basement
  • Grid: Galena
  • Side 1: 53
  • Type: House
  • Agent Only_ L A1 User Code: F_136
  • Elementary School: Galena
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 1262
  • Garage Type Driveway: None
  • Pertinent Facts: Known for its etched glass barn owl doors, this circa 1856 Galena brick warehouse was converted into a residence in the 1980's. Over the past 5 years the current owners, one is a Chicago Area Designer, have meticulously remodeled, making this a move in perfect,low maintenance Galena get-away or full-time home. This unique home features reclaimed pine floors, exposed brick and stone walls with a spacious open plan great for entertaining. The charming private back patio with hand stacked native limestone retaining walls is beautifully landscaped. Lower level stone room is currently used as a second bedroom. Property is zoned for both residential and commercial use, which expands possibilities. List of many improvements is available.
  • Rental License: No
  • Designated Managing Broker Y N: No
  • L O1 Brokerage Number: 477014663
  • S O1 Brokerage Number: 478003777
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Master Bedroom: On Level: Lower
  • Fireplace Type: Gas
  • Basement: Basement Entrance
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Kitchen: On Level: Main
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 1
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 110.94
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick/Stone
  • Roof: Rubber, Shingle

Utilities

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

Schools

  • School District: Galena
  • Elementary School: Galena
  • Middle School: Galena
  • High School: Galena
  • Elementary School #2: Galena

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1800

Tax Info

  • Year: 2013
  • Taxes: 2666

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 2, 2023
Sold by
116 South Bench Llc
Bought by
Galena Paradise Llc
Current Estimated Value
$202,077

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 5, 2018
Sold by
Hess Richard T
Bought by
116 South Bench Llc
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Galena Paradise Llc $325,000 Security First Title
116 South Bench Llc -- Attorney Only
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/06/2014 11/06/14 Sold $140,000 +0.4% $111 / Sq Ft
10/11/2014 10/11/14 Pending -- -- --
08/23/2014 08/23/14 For Sale $139,400 -- $110 / Sq Ft
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

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 $6,620 $85,852 $3,333 $82,519
2023 $4,072 $51,708 $2,909 $48,799
2022 $4,072 $43,632 $2,455 $41,177
2021 $3,449 $40,196 $2,262 $37,934
2020 $3,296 $37,319 $2,100 $35,219
2019 $4,077 $46,460 $2,089 $44,371
2018 $4,096 $47,803 $2,149 $45,654
2017 $1,917 $46,609 $2,095 $44,514
2016 $1,876 $46,609 $2,095 $44,514
2015 $1,886 $33,770 $2,095 $31,675
2014 $2,666 $33,770 $2,095 $31,675
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • J

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Joan Murray

    Eagle Ridge Realty

    (815) 541-2885

    32 in this area

    45 Total Sales

    Joan Murray
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  • Shelly McCoy

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Shelly McCoy

    Eagle Ridge Realty

    (815) 238-5676

    44 in this area

    112 Total Sales

    Shelly McCoy
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Map

Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 114830

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®

APN: 22-100-060-03

Illinois Jo Daviess County Galena 61036

118 S Bench St, Galena, IL

This home is located at 118 S Bench St, Galena, IL 61036 since 23 August 2014 and is currently estimated at $202,077, approximately $160 per square foot. This property was built in 1800. 118 S Bench St is a home located in Jo Daviess County with nearby schools including Galena Primary School, Galena Middle School, and Galena High School.

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