$492,000
SOLD MAY 15, 2025

602 Monroe St Galena, IL 61036

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,910 Sq Ft
233,046 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$169 Per Sq Ft

1% Below List Price

Highlights

  • 5.35 Acre Lot
  • Covered Deck
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Galena Primary School Rated A-
  • Wooded Lot
  • Granite Countertops

About This Home

As of May 2025

Charming Woodland Retreat in the Heart of Galena. Nestled on a rare 5.35-acre wooded lot in the city, 602 Monroe Street offers a perfect blend of nature and comfort. This 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home boasts a 2-car garage and a thoughtfully designed layout. Enter the spacious foyer that flows into the inviting living room with a cathedral ceiling, a gas-burning Ben Franklin stove, and a cozy sitting area—ideal for a formal dining space. The large eat-in kitchen, updated in 2015, features granite countertops, a roomy island, and a generous pantry closet. Off the kitchen, a covered deck leads to an expansive uncovered deck overlooking the gardens, perfect for outdoor entertaining. The upper level is dedicated to a private primary suite, featuring a sitting/office area and a beautifully updated ensuite (2023) with a walk-in shower. The lower level offers a spacious family room, two additional bedrooms, a full bathroom, laundry, and storage rooms. Beyond the home, the picturesque acreage showcases native foliage (over 20 species of trees and shrubbery), attracting birds and wildlife. The sellers have cultivated the land carefully, planting over 500 daffodil bulbs, Virginia bluebells, daylilies, hostas, and numerous perennials. Multiple raised garden beds have been nurtured with organic soil for over 30 years, making this a true nature-lover’s paradise. A rare opportunity to own a serene, wooded retreat just minutes from town—don’t miss your chance to call this stunning property home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mark Sumpter

DC Rise Real Estate License #471021332 Listed on: 03/05/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Joan Murray

Eagle Ridge Realty License #475131930

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,453

Year Built

  • Built in 1986

Lot Details

  • 5.35 Acre Lot
  • Wooded Lot

Home Design

  • Shingle Roof
  • Siding
  • Cedar

Interior Spaces

  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Central Vacuum
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Storage In Attic

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

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

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Deck

Schools

  • Galena Elementary And Middle School
  • Galena High School

Utilities

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

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,453

Year Built

Built in 1986

Lot Details

5.35 Acres

Listing Details

  • Interior Amenities: Attic Storage, Ceiling Fan(s), Ceiling-Vaults/Cathedral, Countertop-Granite, Window Treatments
  • Road Frontage: City/Town
  • Type: Wooded, City/Town, Panorama
  • Electric: Circuit Breaker
  • Additional Room 10: Deck Uncvd, Dimensions: 14'x14', On Level: Main
  • Additional Room 5: Sit-Area, Dimensions: 19'5x8, On Level: Main
  • Additional Room 6: Foyer, Dimensions: 11'x6'10, On Level: Main
  • Additional Room 7: Laundry, Dimensions: 8'x7'6, On Level: Lower
  • Appliances That Stay or Are Included: Disposal, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop, Washer, Water Softener
  • Class: HOUSE
  • Estimated Above Grade Sq Ft: 1182
  • Estimated Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1104
  • Exemptions: Owner, Senior
  • General Features: Central Vac., County Taxes, Deck, Full Exposure, L.L. Finished Space, Deck-Covered, Deck-Leveled, Laundry Basement
  • Legal Description: Forthcoming on Deed
  • Lot Acreage: 5.35
  • Lvt Date: 05/15/2025
  • Number of Lower 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: Galena
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 2910
  • Estimated Upper Sq Ft: 624
  • Garage Type Driveway: Asphalt, Attached
  • Hold Earnest Money Y N: Yes
  • Pertinent Facts: Charming Woodland Retreat in the Heart of Galena. Nestled on a rare 5.35-acre wooded lot in the city, 602 Monroe Street offers a perfect blend of nature and comfort. This 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home boasts a 2-car garage and a thoughtfully designed layout. Enter the spacious foyer that flows into the inviting living room with a cathedral ceiling, a gas-burning Ben Franklin stove, and a cozy sitting area—ideal for a formal dining space. The large eat-in kitchen, updated in 2015, features granite countertops, a roomy island, and a generous pantry closet. Off the kitchen, a covered deck leads to an expansive uncovered deck overlooking the gardens, perfect for outdoor entertaining. The upper level is dedicated to a private primary suite, featuring a sitting/office area and a beautifully updated ensuite (2023) with a walk-in shower. The lower level offers a spacious family room, two additional bedrooms, a full bathroom, laundry, and storage rooms. Beyond the home, the picturesque acreage showcases native foliage (over 20 species of trees and shrubbery), attracting birds and wildlife. The sellers have cultivated the land carefully, planting over 500 daffodil bulbs, Virginia bluebells, daylilies, hostas, and numerous perennials. Multiple raised garden beds have been nurtured with organic soil for over 30 years, making this a true nature-lover’s paradise. A rare opportunity to own a serene, wooded retreat just minutes from town—don’t miss your chance to call this stunning property home!
  • Rental License: No
  • Designated Managing Broker Y N: Yes
  • Estimated Above Grade Sq Ft: 1806
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 23'x12', On Level: Upper
  • Fireplace Type: Gas
  • Basement: Full Exposure, Finished
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 14'6x11'9, On Level: Lower
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 13'8x11', On Level: Lower
  • Dining Room: No
  • Family Room: Yes, On Level: Lower, Dimensions: 17'9x16
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: 19'9x11'6, On Level: Main
  • Living Room: Yes, On Level: Main, Dimensions: 19'5x14'8
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 1
  • Recreation Room: No
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.5
  • Basement: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Siding, Cedar
  • Roof: Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: 2

Utilities

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

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1986

Tax Info

  • Year: 2023
  • Taxes: 7453

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 5, 2025
Closed on
May 15, 2025
Sold by
Painter G L G and Painter H E
Bought by
Aaberg Nathan
Seller's Agent
Mark Sumpter
DC Rise Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Joan Murray
Eagle Ridge Realty
List Price
$499,000
Sold Price
$492,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,000
-1.4%
Current Estimated Value
$433,612

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$58,388
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.52%
Original Mortgage
$467,400
Outstanding Balance
$462,670
Interest Rate
0.62%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Estimated Equity
$10,598
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
Deed $492,000 Security First Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $467,400 Construction
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/15/2025 05/15/25 Sold $492,000 -1.4% $169 / Sq Ft
03/05/2025 03/05/25 For Sale $499,000 -- $171 / Sq Ft
02/13/2025 02/13/25 Pending -- -- --
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 $8,151 $115,965 $17,334 $98,631
2023 $6,692 $94,596 $14,140 $80,456
2022 $6,692 $80,672 $12,059 $68,613
2021 $5,562 $74,627 $11,155 $63,472
2020 $5,311 $70,062 $11,593 $58,469
2019 $5,273 $70,062 $11,593 $58,469
2018 $5,150 $70,062 $11,593 $58,469
2017 $5,056 $70,062 $11,593 $58,469
2016 $4,957 $70,126 $11,592 $58,534
2015 $4,982 $70,126 $11,592 $58,534
2014 $5,139 $70,126 $11,592 $58,534
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 202502475

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®

APN: 06-500-231-00

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