$130,000
PENDING

606 S Bench St Galena, IL 61036

Estimated payment $831/month

Total Views 4,932
4 Beds
2 Baths
2,747 Sq Ft
$47 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Deck
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • 5-minute walk to Galena Depot Park
  • Galena Primary School Rated A-
  • Brick or Stone Mason

About This Home

Searching for the perfect project with massive potential? This spacious townhome has been thoughtfully gutted and is ready for your personal touch! Imagine restoring stunning original woodwork, bringing historic wood-burning fireplaces back to life, and creating your dream home with 4 large bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and over 2,700 sq ft of finished living space. Recent upgrades include upper roof replaced in 2020, lower roof updated in 2025 & brand-new electrical throughout interior of home (Service needs brought in). Nestled in an unbeatable location — steps from charming downtown Galena's shops, restaurants, and historic charm! This is your rare chance to own a piece of Galena history and build equity with your vision. Don't let this one slip away.

Listing Agent

Ryan Anglese

RUHL & RUHL REALTORS License #475129804 Listed on: 01/12/2026

RUHL & RUHL REALTORS

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,960

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Home Design

  • Brick or Stone Mason
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Electric Range

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Schools

  • Galena Elementary And Middle School
  • Galena High School

Utilities

  • Heat Pump System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Electric Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • 3,049 Sq Ft Lot

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,960

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

3,049 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Interior Amenities: Other/None
  • Road Frontage: City/Town
  • Type: City/Town
  • Electric: Circuit Breaker
  • Class: HOUSE
  • Estimated Above Grade Sq Ft: 949
  • General Features: Deck, Full Exposure
  • Legal Description: Lets between Main & Bench Sis. N 1/2 Lot 6 Exc. 5' x 25.20'
  • Lot Acreage: 0.07
  • Number of Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Stove Range Fuel: Electric
  • Style: 2 Story
  • Type: House
  • Agent Only_ L A1 User Code: F_9533
  • Egress: Yes
  • Elementary School: Galena
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 2747
  • Estimated Upper Sq Ft: 1798
  • Garage Type Driveway: None
  • Hold Earnest Money Y N: Yes
  • Pertinent Facts: Searching for the perfect project with massive potential? This spacious townhome has been thoughtfully gutted and is ready for your personal touch! Imagine restoring stunning original woodwork, bringing historic wood-burning fireplaces back to life, and creating your dream home with 4 large bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and over 2,700 sq ft of finished living space. Recent upgrades include upper roof replaced in 2020, lower roof updated in 2025 & brand-new electrical throughout interior of home (Service needs brought in). Nestled in an unbeatable location — steps from charming downtown Galena's shops, restaurants, and historic charm! This is your rare chance to own a piece of Galena history and build equity with your vision. Don't let this one slip away.
  • Rental License: No
  • Designated Managing Broker Y N: No
  • Estimated Above Grade Sq Ft: 2747
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 15x16, On Level: Upper
  • Fireplace Type: Wood
  • Basement: Full Exposure
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 15x16, On Level: Upper
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 14x16, On Level: Upper
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 16x16.5, On Level: Upper
  • Dining Room: Yes, On Level: Main, Dimensions: 15x16
  • Family Room: No
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: 14x23, On Level: Main
  • Living Room: Yes, On Level: Main, Dimensions: 16x16
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 3
  • Recreation Room: No
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick/Stone
  • Roof: Shingle

Utilities

  • Heating: Natural Gas, Heat Pump
  • Sewer: City/Community
  • Water: City/Community
  • Water Heater: Electric

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1900

Tax Info

  • Year: 2024
  • Taxes: 1960

MLS Schools

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

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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 $1,961 $25,429 $3,333 $22,096
2023 $2,529 $32,112 $2,909 $29,203
2022 $2,529 $27,097 $2,455 $24,642
2021 $2,142 $24,963 $2,262 $22,701
2020 $2,047 $23,176 $2,100 $21,076
2019 $2,053 $23,397 $2,089 $21,308
2018 $2,063 $24,073 $2,149 $21,924
2017 $1,976 $23,472 $2,095 $21,377
2016 $1,933 $23,472 $2,095 $21,377
2015 $1,945 $23,484 $2,095 $21,389
2014 $1,854 $23,484 $2,095 $21,389
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
02/19/2026 02/19/26 Pending -- -- --
01/12/2026 01/12/26 For Sale $130,000 -- $47 / Sq Ft
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®

Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 202600182

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®

APN: 22-100-005-00

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