$200,000
SOLD NOV 18, 2021

314 Elk St Galena, IL 61036

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,860 Sq Ft
3,049 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$108 Per Sq Ft

9% Below List Price

55 Days on Market

Highlights

  • <<bathWithWhirlpoolToken>>
  • Granite Countertops
  • Skylights
  • Galena Primary School Rated A-
  • Covered patio or porch
  • Brick or Stone Mason

About This Home

As of November 2021

Charming 2 bed/2 bath brick tastefully updated and ready to enjoy in a location perched above Elk St. convenient to downtown Galena and offering seasonal vistas of Galena and beyond. Main level features generous living room with wide plank pine floors and decorative fireplace, open dining room with more wood floors and pocket doors, stunning kitchen with granite counters, tile backsplash, deep basin sink, luxury vinyl plank flooring and stainless steel appliances, nicely appointed full bathroom, and laundry/mud room with access to rear patio space and parking. Upper level houses spacious master bedroom offering plenty of space to spread out and enjoy beautiful elevated views, older wide plank wood flooring, and it's own mini-split supplemental heater/air conditioner, comfortable family room with unique loft accessible via spiral staircase that makes a great workspace/sitting area/nook, has two skylights and another mini-split heater/air conditioner, updated full bath with tile floors, granite topped vanity and tub/shower with whirlpool, and comfortable guest bedroom with vaulted ceilings and beamed accents. Enjoy the outdoors from either the rear concrete patio, or the large covered front porch with composite flooring and ample space to enjoy the outdoors or entertain. Tiered front yard with concrete sidewalk to Elk St., and parking pad to rear off back alley. Some recent updates include new water heater 2021, dishwasher added to kitchen in 2018, new microwave in 2020 and new sump pump in 2019, Perfect full time residence or vacation retreat in an absolutely beautiful setting!! *Square footage and lot dimensions are approximate. Main level square footage sourced from Jo Daviess County Assessor, and upper level sourced from Assessor with added adjusted square footage for loft and full floor bedroom/bathroom.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Damon Heim

COLDWELL BANKER NETWORK REALTY License #471000758 Listed on: 06/23/2021

COLDWELL BANKER NETWORK REALTY

Last Buyer's Agent

Damon Heim

COLDWELL BANKER NETWORK REALTY License #471000758 Listed on: 06/23/2021

COLDWELL BANKER NETWORK REALTY

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,871

Lot Details

  • 3,049 Sq Ft Lot
  • Historic Home

Home Design

  • Brick or Stone Mason
  • Shingle Roof
  • Rubber Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Skylights
  • Window Treatments
  • Partial Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Gas Range
  • <<microwave>>
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • <<bathWithWhirlpoolToken>>

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Covered patio or porch

Schools

  • Galena Elementary And Middle School
  • Galena High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Electric Water Heater

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,871

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Interior Amenities: Countertop-Granite, Whirlpool Tub, Window Treatments
  • Road Frontage: City/Town
  • Type: City/Town, Panorama
  • Electric: Circuit Breaker
  • Additional Room 6: Main, On Level: Main
  • Additional Room 7: Upper, On Level: Upper
  • Appliances That Stay or Are Included: Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop, Washer
  • Class: HOUSE
  • Estimated Above Grade Sq Ft: 936
  • Exemptions: Owner
  • Front: 25
  • General Features: Laundry 1st Floor, Patio, Skylight(s), Porch Covered
  • Grid: Galena
  • Legal Description: To Follow
  • Lot Acreage: 0.07
  • Number of Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Number of Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Rear: 25
  • Side 1: 145
  • Side 2: 147
  • Stove Range Fuel: Gas
  • Style: Historic
  • Type: House
  • Agent Only_ L A1 User Code: F_530
  • Egress: No
  • Elementary School: Galena
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 1860
  • Estimated Upper Sq Ft: 924
  • Garage Type Driveway: None
  • Hold Earnest Money Y N: Yes
  • Pertinent Facts: Charming 2 bed/2 bath brick tastefully updated and ready to enjoy in a location perched above Elk St. convenient to downtown Galena and offering seasonal vistas of Galena and beyond. Main level features generous living room with wide plank pine floors and decorative fireplace, open dining room with more wood floors and pocket doors, stunning kitchen with granite counters, tile backsplash, deep basin sink, luxury vinyl plank flooring and stainless steel appliances, nicely appointed full bathroom, and laundry/mud room with access to rear patio space and parking. Upper level houses spacious master bedroom offering plenty of space to spread out and enjoy beautiful elevated views, older wide plank wood flooring, and it's own mini-split supplemental heater/air conditioner, comfortable family room with unique loft accessible via spiral staircase that makes a great workspace/sitting area/nook, has two skylights and another mini-split heater/air conditioner, updated full bath with tile floors, granite topped vanity and tub/shower with whirlpool, and comfortable guest bedroom with vaulted ceilings and beamed accents. Enjoy the outdoors from either the rear concrete patio, or the large covered front porch with composite flooring and ample space to enjoy the outdoors or entertain. Tiered front yard with concrete sidewalk to Elk St., and parking pad to rear off back alley. Some recent updates include new water heater 2021, dishwasher added to kitchen in 2018, new microwave in 2020 and new sump pump in 2019, Perfect full time residence or vacation retreat in an absolutely beautiful setting!! *Square footage and lot dimensions are approximate. Main level square footage sourced from Jo Daviess County Assessor, and upper level sourced from Assessor with added adjusted square footage for loft and full floor bedroom/bathroom.
  • Rental License: No
  • Designated Managing Broker Y N: No
  • Estimated Above Grade Sq Ft: 1860
  • L O1 Brokerage Number: 478010163
  • S O1 Brokerage Number: 478010163
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Basement Type: Partial
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 18'x11'2, On Level: Upper
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 11'6x10'8, On Level: Upper
  • Dining Room: On Level: Main
  • Family Room: On Level: Upper
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Kitchen: On Level: Main
  • Living Room: On Level: Main
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 107.53
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Yes

Exterior Features

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

Utilities

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

Schools

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

Tax Info

  • Year: 2020
  • Taxes: 4871

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 31, 2018
Closed on
Aug 3, 2018
Sold by
Lincoln Todd W and Lincoln Jessica M
Bought by
Jeffrey Danna A and Alderman Amy S
Seller's Agent
Damon Heim
COLDWELL BANKER NETWORK REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Damon Heim
COLDWELL BANKER NETWORK REALTY
List Price
$174,900
Sold Price
$165,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,900
-5.66%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.36%
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $165,000 Attorney Only
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $100,000 Construction
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/10/2025 07/10/25 For Sale $269,000 +34.5% $145 / Sq Ft
11/18/2021 11/18/21 Sold $200,000 -2.4% $108 / Sq Ft
08/17/2021 08/17/21 Pending -- -- --
07/15/2021 07/15/21 Price Changed $204,900 -6.8% $110 / Sq Ft
06/23/2021 06/23/21 For Sale $219,900 +33.3% $118 / Sq Ft
08/07/2018 08/07/18 Sold $165,000 -5.7% $89 / Sq Ft
06/23/2018 06/23/18 Pending -- -- --
05/31/2018 05/31/18 For Sale $174,900 -- $94 / 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 $4,696 $66,896 $6,166 $60,730
2023 $5,607 $77,197 $5,784 $71,413
2022 $5,607 $65,140 $4,881 $60,259
2021 $4,634 $60,010 $4,497 $55,513
2020 $4,871 $55,155 $4,175 $50,980
2019 $2,843 $32,392 $4,175 $28,217
2018 $2,342 $33,329 $4,296 $29,033
2017 $2,231 $32,497 $4,189 $28,308
2016 $2,183 $32,497 $4,189 $28,308
2015 $3,107 $43,514 $4,189 $39,325
2014 $2,961 $43,514 $4,189 $39,325
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 1111199

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®

APN: 22-100-524-00