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Seller's Agent in 2025
MICHAEL FERRY
CHOICE REALTY
(815) 990-9745
50 Total Sales
5 Black Oak Trail Galena, IL 61036
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,154
Sq Ft
0.67
Acres
Highlights
- Deck
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Marble Countertops
- Wooded Lot
- Ranch Style House
- Whirlpool Bathtub
About This Home
As of July 2025Welcome to 5 Black Oak Trail! Classic ranch style design meets contemporary flair in this move-in-ready home. The property offers a second to none location sited on a .67 acre lot adjoining greenspace. Minutes away from the Property Owners Club and Lake Galena Marina. This charming 3 bed/3.5 bath house has timeless appeal and modern upgrades throughout, ideal for easy living. Upon entering, you’re immediately greeted by an effortless flow of this open-concept layout, blending the living, dining, and kitchen areas into one cohesive and stylish space. Main level showcases stunning hickory hardwood floors throughout much of main level, modern kitchen, beautiful maple cabinetry, vaulted ceilings, and a wood burning stone surround fireplace with gas starter. Directly located off of dining room/kitchen relax and unwind in your very own 4 seasons porch while enjoying beautiful surroundings and utmost privacy. New deck 2023! Perfect for entertaining family, friends or a morning cup of coffee alone time in complete solitude. Spacious primary bedroom with walk-in closet, abundant adjoining bath with walk-in shower and separate Kohler whirlpool. Lower level features a large family room with ample space to entertain and relax, while conveniently transitioning into a walk-out lower level. Outdoor features include a covered front porch, oversized new deck off of 4 seasons patio, lower level new decking. Detached 2 car garage, connected practical lit covered breezeway with pine ceiling. Looking for more space? Above garage is a finished space perfect for an office/den with own heat pump and ac. Additional amenities include ornate trim and moldings throughout, Stress-free exterior maintenance with cement boarding. Upgrades include, but not limited to; New roof replaced on house and garage September 2023, 2023 New composite deck ( Trex Decking ) and all new supports, new aluminum railing, new supports and leveled sun room, new electrical line for kitchen and new oven, new lights in downstairs bathroom, March 2023, painted all rooms, March 2024, new floors on front porch and sun room, new aluminum railing on front porch. Property is being sold tastefully furnished, with a few personal exclusions to be transferred via a bill of sale at the time of closing. A great opportunity in an unmatched location!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
CHOICE REALTY License #475175454 Listed on: 04/21/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,204
Year Built
- Built in 2006
Lot Details
- 0.67 Acre Lot
- Wooded Lot
HOA Fees
- $113 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Shingle Roof
- Active Radon Mitigation
- Cement Board or Planked
Interior Spaces
- Tray Ceiling
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Window Treatments
Kitchen
- Electric Range
- Stove
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Marble Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 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
- Laundry in Basement
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Covered Patio or Porch
Schools
- Scales Mound Elementary And Middle School
- Scales Mound High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Propane
- Baseboard Heating
- Gas Tank Leased
- Gas Water Heater
- Water Softener
- Septic System
Community Details
- Association fees include pool access, water access, clubhouse, garbage
- The community has rules related to covenants
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 21, 2025
Closed on
Jul 10, 2025
Sold by
Boxell Jane F Trust
Bought by
Zigmant James T and Zigmant Jeanne M
Seller's Agent
MICHAEL FERRY
CHOICE REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Andy Klemmt
CHOICE REALTY
List Price
$485,000
Sold Price
$462,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$23,000
-4.74%
Views
97
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$384
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.18%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 25, 2022
Closed on
Aug 9, 2022
Sold by
Achino Family Trust
Bought by
Boxell Jane F
Seller's Agent
Mary Hartman
COLDWELL BANKER NETWORK REALTY
Buyer's Agent
MICHAEL FERRY
CHOICE REALTY
List Price
$389,000
Sold Price
$402,000
Premium/Discount to List
$13,000
3.34%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.85%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 27, 2019
Closed on
Jul 23, 2020
Sold by
Fromkin Edward J and Fromkin Rebecca A
Bought by
Achino
Seller's Agent
Damon Heim
COLDWELL BANKER NETWORK REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Damon Heim
COLDWELL BANKER NETWORK REALTY
List Price
$257,900
Sold Price
$234,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$23,400
-9.07%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
30.24%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $462,000 | Attorney Only | |
| Deed | $402,000 | Wilkinson Title Co | |
| Grant Deed | $234,500 | Attorney Only |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/16/2025 07/16/25 | Sold | $462,000 | -4.7% | $214 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/13/2025 06/13/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/21/2025 04/21/25 | For Sale | $485,000 | +20.6% | $225 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/09/2022 08/09/22 | Sold | $402,000 | +3.3% | $187 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 05/02/2022 05/02/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/25/2022 04/25/22 | For Sale | $389,000 | +65.9% | $181 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/24/2020 07/24/20 | Sold | $234,500 | -9.1% | $109 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 06/15/2020 06/15/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/27/2019 02/27/19 | For Sale | $257,900 | -- | $120 / Sq Ft |
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $7,204 | $136,055 | $1,613 | $134,442 |
| 2023 | $6,868 | $118,909 | $1,410 | $117,499 |
| 2022 | $6,868 | $88,738 | $1,052 | $87,686 |
| 2021 | $4,882 | $82,295 | $976 | $81,319 |
| 2020 | $4,427 | $80,711 | $882 | $79,829 |
| 2019 | $4,486 | $75,279 | $867 | $74,412 |
| 2018 | $4,463 | $76,201 | $878 | $75,323 |
| 2017 | $4,432 | $76,201 | $878 | $75,323 |
| 2016 | $4,260 | $74,574 | $5,490 | $69,084 |
| 2015 | $4,209 | $74,574 | $5,490 | $69,084 |
| 2014 | $5,043 | $79,525 | $5,854 | $73,671 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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MICHAEL FERRY
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Andy Klemmt
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Andy Klemmt
CHOICE REALTY
(815) 291-8911
104 Total Sales
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Mary Hartman
Seller's Agent in 2022
Mary Hartman
COLDWELL BANKER NETWORK REALTY
(815) 541-0132
76 Total Sales
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Damon Heim
Seller's Agent in 2020
Damon Heim
COLDWELL BANKER NETWORK REALTY
(815) 266-2427
487 Total Sales
Map
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 202501926
APN: 08-401-064-00
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