$445,000

244 Blackhawk Trace Galena, IL 61036

Estimated payment $2,809/month

Total Views 800
4 Beds
4.5 Baths
2,926 Sq Ft
$152 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Popular Property
  • Deck
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • River Ridge Middle School Rated 9+
  • Wooded Lot
  • Whirlpool Bathtub

About This Home

Spacious & Stylish Living in The Galena Territory! Experience the ease of main-floor living in this beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom home boasting nearly 3,000 square feet of well-designed space, abundant storage, and four walk-in closets. Nestled on the front of a serene wooded lot, this property combines comfort, functionality, and exceptional spaces for entertaining. Enter a grand living room with rich hardwood floors, cathedral ceilings, and a dramatic two-story limestone fireplace—perfect for cozy evenings or gathering with guests. The adjacent formal dining room offers picturesque wooded views, flowing seamlessly into the remodeled (2019) kitchen, which features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry with glass doors, a trash compactor, and tile flooring—a true delight with direct access to the screened-in porch. The main-floor primary suite is a private retreat with direct access to the large deck, connecting to the screened-in porch—ideal for morning coffee or evening relaxation. The ensuite bath, fully remodeled in January 2025, features granite countertops, a double-sink vanity, and tasteful finishes. A half bath and laundry area complete the main level. Upstairs, you’ll find a spacious bedroom, full bath, and a loft area overlooking the living room—perfect for a home office, library, or reading nook. The lower level is made for entertaining, with a large family room featuring a floor-to-ceiling oak fireplace with brick surround, an adjoining game or lounge space, and two additional bedrooms, each with its own private bath. Recent updates include a new furnace/HVAC and water heater (2020), replaced front bay of and side windows (Nov 2024), new stairway banisters (2024), and new porch screens and panels (Feb 2025). A 2-car attached garage rounds out this impressive offering. Don’t miss your chance to own this gem in The Galena Territory!

Last Listed By

Mark Sumpter

EAGLE RIDGE REALTY License #471021332 Listed on: 05/26/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,012

Year Built

  • Built in 1996

Lot Details

  • 0.71 Acre Lot
  • Property fronts a county road
  • Wooded Lot

HOA Fees

  • $113 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Shingle Roof
  • Siding
  • Cedar

Interior Spaces

  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Screened Porch

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Whirlpool Bathtub

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

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

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Schools

  • River Ridge Elementary And Middle School
  • River Ridge High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank
  • Septic System

Community Details

  • Association fees include pool access, water access, clubhouse, garbage
  • The community has rules related to covenants

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,012

Year Built

Built in 1996

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$113 per month

Listing Details

  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fans/Remotes, Ceiling-Vaults/Cathedral, Countertop-Granite, Walk-In Closet, Whirlpool Tub, Window Treatments
  • Road Frontage: County/City Road, Hard Surface Road
  • Type: Wooded, Covenants, Restrictions
  • Electric: Circuit Breaker
  • Additional Room 5: Loft, Dimensions: 15'x10'2, On Level: Walk Out
  • Appliances That Stay or Are Included: Disposal, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop, Washer, LP Gas Tank
  • Class: HOUSE
  • Estimated Above Grade Sq Ft: 1139
  • Estimated Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1139
  • Exemptions: Owner, Senior, Senior Freeze
  • Fee Includes: Pool Access, Water Access, Clubhouse, Garbage
  • General Features: Deck, Full Exposure, Laundry 1st Floor, Main Floor Primary, Deck-Leveled, Porch Covered, Porch Screened
  • Grid: Galena Territory
  • Hoa Fee Frequency: Yearly
  • Legal Description: THE GALENA TERRITORY SHENANDOAH UNIT 9 LOT 12 (from the tax bill)
  • Lot Acreage: 0.71
  • Lvt Date: 05/26/2025
  • Number of Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Number of Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Number of Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Number of Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Stove Range Fuel: Gas
  • Style: 1.5 Story
  • Type: House
  • Agent Only_ L A1 User Code: F_1237
  • Egress: Yes
  • Elementary School: River Ridge
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 2926
  • Estimated Upper Sq Ft: 648
  • Garage Type Driveway: Asphalt, Attached, Garage Remote/Opener
  • Hold Earnest Money Y N: Yes
  • Pertinent Facts: Spacious & Stylish Living in The Galena Territory! Experience the ease of main-floor living in this beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom home boasting nearly 3,000 square feet of well-designed space, abundant storage, and four walk-in closets. Nestled on the front of a serene wooded lot, this property combines comfort, functionality, and exceptional spaces for entertaining. Enter a grand living room with rich hardwood floors, cathedral ceilings, and a dramatic two-story limestone fireplace—perfect for cozy evenings or gathering with guests. The adjacent formal dining room offers picturesque wooded views, flowing seamlessly into the remodeled (2019) kitchen, which features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry with glass doors, a trash compactor, and tile flooring—a true delight with direct access to the screened-in porch. The main-floor primary suite is a private retreat with direct access to the large deck, connecting to the screened-in porch—ideal for morning coffee or evening relaxation. The ensuite bath, fully remodeled in January 2025, features granite countertops, a double-sink vanity, and tasteful finishes. A half bath and laundry area complete the main level. Upstairs, you’ll find a spacious bedroom, full bath, and a loft area overlooking the living room—perfect for a home office, library, or reading nook. The lower level is made for entertaining, with a large family room featuring a floor-to-ceiling oak fireplace with brick surround, an adjoining game or lounge space, and two additional bedrooms, each with its own private bath. Recent updates include a new furnace/HVAC and water heater (2020), replaced front bay of and side windows (Nov 2024), new stairway banisters (2024), and new porch screens and panels (Feb 2025). A 2-car attached garage rounds out this impressive offering. Don’t miss your chance to own this gem in The Galena Territory!
  • Rental License: No
  • Designated Managing Broker Y N: Yes
  • Estimated Above Grade Sq Ft: 1787
  • L O1 Brokerage Number: 478027388
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 17'x11'6", On Level: Main
  • Fireplace Type: Gas
  • Basement: Basement Entrance, Full Exposure, Finished
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 20'4x15', On Level: Upper
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 14'x11'10", On Level: Lower
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 13'9x12'6, On Level: Lower
  • Dining Room: Yes, On Level: Main, Dimensions: 15'x9'8
  • Family Room: Yes, On Level: Lower, Dimensions: 16'10x14'
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: 17'x12'8, On Level: Main
  • Living Room: Yes, On Level: Main, Dimensions: 17'6x14'
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 2
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 152.08
  • Recreation Room: Yes, On Level: Lower, Dimensions: 14'6x11'6
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.5
  • Basement: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Siding, Cedar
  • Roof: Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: 2

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 1360

Schools

  • School District: River Ridge
  • Elementary School: River Ridge
  • Middle School: River Ridge
  • High School: River Ridge

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1996

Tax Info

  • Year: 2024
  • Taxes: 4012

MLS Schools

  • HighSchool: River Ridge
  • School District: River Ridge
  • Middle School: River Ridge

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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 $4,012 $137,337 $1,705 $135,632
2023 $4,374 $120,029 $1,490 $118,539
2022 $4,374 $89,574 $1,112 $88,462
2021 $5,486 $82,622 $1,031 $81,591
2020 $5,533 $81,285 $933 $80,352
2019 $5,424 $79,926 $917 $79,009
2018 $5,346 $80,905 $928 $79,977
2017 $5,254 $80,905 $928 $79,977
2016 $5,155 $80,894 $6,767 $74,127
2015 $5,127 $80,894 $6,767 $74,127
2014 $5,057 $86,266 $7,217 $79,049
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/26/2025 05/26/25 For Sale $445,000 +29.7% $152 / Sq Ft
06/14/2021 06/14/21 Sold $343,000 -7.3% $110 / Sq Ft
04/29/2021 04/29/21 Pending -- -- --
03/02/2021 03/02/21 For Sale $369,900 -- $119 / Sq Ft
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Closed $276,000 Construction
Source: Public Records

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Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 202502732

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®

APN: 08-109-012-00