Portia Hawkins
Phenomenal Properties Inc
(877) 629-2857
30 Total Sales
1 in Near West Galena
$248,000 Price
617 N View St Aurora, IL 60506
Near West Galena NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $254,000 - $302,000
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,356
Sq Ft
$208/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Recreation Room
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Formal Dining Room
- Wood Flooring
- Quartz Countertops
- Some Wood Windows
About This Home
As of December 2025A new Home for the Holidays! Come see this beautiful West Side home that features a newly remodeled kitchen white quartz counters tops and backsplash. Kitchen has all new stainless-steel appliances. The main floor bathroom has also been completely remodeled. Home has been freshly painted and features new flooring throughout the first floor. Some new windows, new central air and newer roof. Front & back enclosed porches to sit and relax. Home has a 1 car detached garage and nice size back yard. You'll love the space this home has to offer. It features 2 bedrooms in the finished attic and 2 bedrooms on the first level. The basement is partially finished with a rec room that is currently being used as a bedroom. There are also a half bath and walk in shower in the basement. The laundry washer and dryer are included. Come take a look at this move in ready home.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Monarch Properties Realty Inc License #471008908 Listed on: 10/17/2025
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,013
Year Built
- Built in 1927 | Remodeled in 2025
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Available
- Driveway
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Block Foundation
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,356 Sq Ft Home
- 1.5-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Some Wood Windows
- Aluminum Window Frames
- Window Screens
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Recreation Room
Kitchen
- Range with Range Hood
- Microwave
- Quartz Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Partially Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Additional Features
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
- Lot Dimensions are 53.3 x 125.4
Community Details
- 1.5 Story
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 17, 2025
Closed on
Jan 13, 2026
Sold by
Berganza Guillermo Garcia
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Rosa Contreras
Monarch Properties Realty Inc
Buyer's Agent
David Mishel
Real Broker LLC
List Price
$269,900
Sold Price
$269,900
Views
51
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
$8,148
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.82%
Original Mortgage
$215,920
Interest Rate
8.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 17, 2025
Closed on
Dec 2, 2025
Sold by
Pastor Genssie
Bought by
Berganza Guillermo Garcia
Seller's Agent
Rosa Contreras
Monarch Properties Realty Inc
Buyer's Agent
David Mishel
Real Broker LLC
List Price
$269,900
Sold Price
$269,900
Views
51
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$215,920
Interest Rate
8.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 18, 2022
Closed on
Apr 1, 2022
Sold by
Lovelace Patrick M
Bought by
Pastor Genssie
Seller's Agent
Francine Blackmond
Real Broker, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Ivan Santos
eXp Realty - Yorkville
List Price
$170,000
Sold Price
$180,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
5.88%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.77%
Original Mortgage
$176,739
Interest Rate
3.85%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 2, 2005
Sold by
Penney Patricia
Bought by
Lovelace Patrick M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$138,000
Interest Rate
6.12%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 23, 2002
Sold by
Smith Thelma W
Bought by
Smith Thelma W and Thelma W Smith Declaration Of Trust
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Near West Galena, IL
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Portia Hawkins
-
Judah Sameth
Judah Sameth
Willow Real Estate, Inc
(224) 268-8857
158 Total Sales
1 in Near West Galena
$260,000 Price
-
Laurie Arslani
Laurie Arslani
eXp Realty
(630) 339-5210
89 Total Sales
1 in Near West Galena
$185,000 Price
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Roberto Morales-Corona
Roberto Morales-Corona
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Realty
(224) 427-6956
65 Total Sales
2 in Near West Galena
$210K - $385K Price Range
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Donna Plank
Donna Plank
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(708) 905-8091
76 Total Sales
1 in Near West Galena
$550,000 Price
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Edgar R. Guerrero
Edgar R. Guerrero
REMAX Legends
(855) 951-5250
131 Total Sales
1 in Near West Galena
$345,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| -- | None Listed On Document | ||
| Berganza Guillermo Garcia | $270,000 | Chicago Title Insurance Compan | |
| Pastor Genssie | $180,000 | First American Title | |
| Lovelace Patrick M | $138,000 | Atg | |
| Smith Thelma W | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $215,920 | ||
| Previous Owner | Pastor Genssie | $176,739 | |
| Previous Owner | Lovelace Patrick M | $130,913 | |
| Previous Owner | Lovelace Patrick M | $141,242 | |
| Previous Owner | Lovelace Patrick M | $139,562 | |
| Previous Owner | Lovelace Patrick M | $138,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/05/2025 12/05/25 | Sold | $269,900 | 0.0% | $199 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/05/2025 11/05/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/31/2025 10/31/25 | For Sale | $269,900 | 0.0% | $199 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/20/2025 10/20/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/17/2025 10/17/25 | For Sale | $269,900 | +49.9% | $199 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/15/2022 04/15/22 | Sold | $180,000 | +5.9% | $146 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 03/18/2022 03/18/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/18/2022 03/18/22 | For Sale | $170,000 | -- | $138 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,238 | $78,519 | $8,702 | $69,817 |
| 2024 | $5,238 | $71,311 | $7,955 | $63,356 |
| 2023 | $4,772 | $63,716 | $7,108 | $56,608 |
| 2022 | $4,615 | $58,135 | $6,485 | $51,650 |
| 2021 | $3,401 | $43,226 | $6,038 | $37,188 |
| 2020 | $3,197 | $40,150 | $5,608 | $34,542 |
| 2019 | $3,051 | $37,200 | $5,196 | $32,004 |
| 2018 | $2,797 | $34,013 | $4,806 | $29,207 |
| 2017 | $2,665 | $31,898 | $4,428 | $27,470 |
| 2016 | $2,567 | $30,165 | $3,796 | $26,369 |
| 2015 | -- | $26,345 | $3,264 | $23,081 |
| 2014 | -- | $24,782 | $3,349 | $21,433 |
| 2013 | -- | $25,938 | $3,301 | $22,637 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Rosa Contreras
RC
Seller's Agent in 2025
Rosa Contreras
Monarch Properties Realty Inc
(630) 205-2926
3 in this area
38 Total Sales
-
David Mishel
Buyer's Agent in 2025
David Mishel
Real Broker LLC
(773) 936-2714
2 in this area
137 Total Sales
-
Francine Blackmond
Seller's Agent in 2022
Francine Blackmond
Real Broker, LLC
(630) 788-6043
1 in this area
8 Total Sales
-
IS
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Ivan Santos
eXp Realty - Yorkville
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12498558
APN: 15-16-454-009
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