$255,000
SOLD OCT 10, 2025

290 Blackhawk Trace Galena, IL 61036

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,660 Sq Ft
55,321 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$154 Per Sq Ft

12% Below List Price

49 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Countryside Views
  • Deck
  • Ranch Style House
  • River Ridge Middle School Rated 10
  • Wooded Lot
  • Granite Countertops

About This Home

As of October 2025

This is a well maintained 2-bedroom ,2-bathroom ranch style house located in The Galena Territory, Galena, IL. If you love nature and wildlife this house is for you. It is located on over an acre lot with many mature trees and wildlife all around but has easy access to all the amenities of The Galena Territory. Many nice upgrades have been made to this cozy home. Upgrades include hickory cabinets, sink and granite countertops and stain steel appliances in the galley type kitchen. The kitchen also features a skylight for plenty of natural light. The spacious dining/living combination has hard wood floors with a floor to ceiling stone wood burning fireplace. The patio doors off the living room take you to an elevated deck that gives you the overlook of the backyard and the wooded area for the look and feel of being one with nature. The main floor bedroom has a walk-in closet for convenience and easy access. Vinyl flooring has been installed throughout the lower level. The family room in the lower level also has another set of patio doors that leads to a large wooden patio deck for entertaining large groups or for your own enjoyment. The lower level also has a bonus room that could be used as a den or recreation room and does have a closet. This house is equipped with an active radon system.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

SCOTT ETTLEMAN

CHOICE REALTY License #475130158 Listed on: 07/10/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Shawn Vanderpool

CHOICE REALTY OF GALENA License #475207876

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,598

Year Built

  • Built in 1984

Lot Details

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

HOA Fees

  • $113 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • Paved Parking

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Shingle Roof
  • Active Radon Mitigation
  • Cedar

Interior Spaces

  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Screened Porch
  • Countryside Views

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

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

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Gas Tank Leased
  • 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

$3,598

Year Built

Built in 1984

Lot Details

1.27 Acres

HOA Fees

$113 per month

Listing Details

  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Countertop-Granite, Radon Mitigation Active, Walk-In Closet, Window Treatments
  • Road Frontage: County/City Road, Hard Surface Road
  • Type: Wooded, Country View, Covenants, Restrictions, Subdivision
  • Electric: Circuit Breaker
  • Additional Room 5: SCR Prch, Dimensions: 11.2x9.6, On Level: Main
  • Additional Room 6: Deck, Dimensions: 34x14, On Level: Lower
  • Additional Room 7: Den / Rec, Dimensions: 11x8.4, On Level: Lower
  • Appliances That Stay or Are Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop, Washer, LP Gas Tank, LP Gas Tank Rented
  • Class: HOUSE
  • Estimated Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 740
  • Exemptions: Owner
  • Fee Includes: Pool Access, Water Access, Clubhouse, Garbage
  • General Features: Basement Entrance, County Taxes, Deck, L.L. Finished Space, Main Floor Primary, Skylight(s), Deck-Leveled, Laundry Basement, Porch 3 Season, Porch Enclosed, Porch Screened
  • Hoa Fee Frequency: Yearly
  • Legal Description: THE GALENA TERRITORY SHENANDOAH UNIT 16 LOT 5
  • Lot Acreage: 1.27
  • Lvt Date: 07/10/2025
  • Number of Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Number of Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Stove Range Fuel: Gas
  • Style: Ranch
  • Type: House
  • Agent Only_ L A1 User Code: F_3173
  • Egress: Yes
  • Elementary School: River Ridge
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 1660
  • Garage Type Driveway: Asphalt, None
  • Hold Earnest Money Y N: Yes
  • Pertinent Facts: This is a well maintained 2-bedroom ,2-bathroom ranch style house located in The Galena Territory, Galena, IL. If you love nature and wildlife this house is for you. It is located on over an acre lot with many mature trees and wildlife all around but has easy access to all the amenities of The Galena Territory. Many nice upgrades have been made to this cozy home. Upgrades include hickory cabinets, sink and granite countertops and stain steel appliances in the galley type kitchen. The kitchen also features a skylight for plenty of natural light. The spacious dining/living combination has hard wood floors with a floor to ceiling stone wood burning fireplace. The patio doors off the living room take you to an elevated deck that gives you the overlook of the backyard and the wooded area for the look and feel of being one with nature. The main floor bedroom has a walk-in closet for convenience and easy access. Vinyl flooring has been installed throughout the lower level. The family room in the lower level also has another set of patio doors that leads to a large wooden patio deck for entertaining large groups or for your own enjoyment. The lower level also has a bonus room that could be used as a den or recreation room and does have a closet. This house is equipped with an active radon system.
  • Rental License: No
  • Designated Managing Broker Y N: No
  • Estimated Above Grade Sq Ft: 920
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 13.4x11.6, On Level: Main
  • Fireplace Type: Wood
  • Basement: Basement Entrance, Finished
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 11x10.4, On Level: Lower
  • Dining Room: Yes, On Level: Main, Dimensions: 14x12
  • Family Room: Yes, On Level: Walk Out, Dimensions: 201x11.5
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: 8.6x8, On Level: Main
  • Living Room: Yes, On Level: Main, Dimensions: 21x13.7
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 1
  • Recreation Room: No
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Cedar
  • Roof: Shingle

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 1360

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1984

Tax Info

  • Year: 2024
  • Taxes: 3598

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 10, 2025
Closed on
Oct 10, 2025
Sold by
Harmet Andrew M and Harmet Cynthia A
Bought by
222 Properties Llc
Seller's Agent
SCOTT ETTLEMAN
CHOICE REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Shawn Vanderpool
CHOICE REALTY OF GALENA
List Price
$289,000
Sold Price
$255,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$34,000
-11.76%
Views
92
Current Estimated Value
$256,636

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,636
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.40%
Original Mortgage
$226,000
Outstanding Balance
$223,713
Interest Rate
0.62%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Estimated Equity
$32,923

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 15, 2012
Closed on
May 26, 2015
Sold by
Leahy Brien J and Leahy Lauri J
Bought by
Harmet Andrew M and Harmet Cynthia A
Buyer's Agent
CAROL SCHWERDTFEGER
KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY SIGNATURE
List Price
$184,900
Sold Price
$135,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$49,900
-26.99%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.32%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $254,667 Attorney Only
Grant Deed $135,000 Attorney Only
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $226,000 Construction
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/10/2025 10/10/25 Sold $255,000 -5.4% $154 / Sq Ft
08/28/2025 08/28/25 Pending -- -- --
07/22/2025 07/22/25 Price Changed $269,500 -6.7% $162 / Sq Ft
07/10/2025 07/10/25 For Sale $289,000 +114.1% $174 / Sq Ft
05/28/2015 05/28/15 Sold $135,000 -27.0% $81 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/29/2015 04/29/15 Pending -- -- --
08/15/2012 08/15/12 For Sale $184,900 -- $111 / Sq Ft
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®

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 $3,598 $81,463 $3,048 $78,415
2023 $3,351 $71,197 $2,664 $68,533
2022 $3,351 $53,132 $1,988 $51,144
2021 $2,873 $49,274 $1,844 $47,430
2020 $2,665 $47,470 $1,668 $45,802
2019 $2,606 $46,676 $1,640 $45,036
2018 $2,573 $47,248 $1,660 $45,588
2017 $2,529 $47,248 $1,660 $45,588
2016 $2,776 $49,566 $12,104 $37,462
2015 $3,142 $49,566 $12,104 $37,462
2014 $3,099 $52,857 $12,908 $39,949
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 202503995

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®

APN: 08-116-005-00

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