$178,000
SOLD AUG 15, 2025

959 Washington Ave Galesburg, IL 61401

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,398 Sq Ft
1977 Built

Recently Sold

$74 Per Sq Ft

1% Below List Price

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 1 Fireplace
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Fenced

About This Home

As of August 2025

Discover the perfect blend of classic charm and modern comfort in this delightful 1.5-story brick home. Boasting fantastic curb appeal, this residence welcomes you as you step inside to find a spacious main level. The well-designed layout flows seamlessly to a large, fenced backyard, providing a private oasis for hosting, activities or simply relaxing. All three bedrooms are upstairs, including a huge primary bedroom with a shared full bath. The partially finished basement provides valuable extra living space with endless possibilities. More storage is available in the attached 2 stall garage making everyday living more convenient. Just a short drive to all of Galesburg's best restaurants and shopping destinations. Don't miss your chance to own this one of a kind property – it won't last long!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Brittany Self

Charter Oak Realty Brokerage Email: charteroakhomes@gmail.com License #475178082 Listed on: 07/13/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Kori Jensen

CENTURY 21 Tucker Swanson License #471020928

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,948

Year Built

  • Built in 1977

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 66x165
  • Street terminates at a dead end
  • Fenced
  • Level Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,398 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Schools

  • Galesburg High School

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • George W Brown Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homestead Exemption
  • Assessor Parcel Number 99-11-181-014

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,948

Year Built

Built in 1977

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1977
  • Unit Levels: One and One Half
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • PricePerSqFt: 113.67
  • Attribution Contact: charteroakhomes@gmail.com
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Full, Partially Finished
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Non Functional
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Living Area: 2398
  • TotalBasementSqFt: 1044
  • KitchenDining: Dining Formal

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: Dead End Street, Level
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Construction Type: Frame, Brick
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof: Shingle
  • 100YearPlain: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Attached

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Water Source: Public Sewer, Public
  • NumberOfGarageRemotes: 2

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • High School: Galesburg

Lot Info

  • Lot Size: 66x165
  • Parcel #: 99-11-181-014

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3947.92
  • TaxExemptions: Homestead/Owner Occupied

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 8, 2014
Closed on
Jun 30, 2014
Sold by
Warner Julie A and Warner Matthew T
Bought by
Grondin Brian D
Seller's Agent
Chuck Ross
Mel Foster Co. Galesburg
Buyer's Agent
Katie Karhliker
WC Out of Area
List Price
$124,500
Sold Price
$115,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,500
-7.63%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.05%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $115,000 Attorney Only
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Closed $92,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/15/2025 08/15/25 Sold $178,000 -1.1% $74 / Sq Ft
07/13/2025 07/13/25 For Sale $179,900 +56.4% $75 / Sq Ft
06/30/2014 06/30/14 Sold $115,000 -7.6% $63 / Sq Ft
05/19/2014 05/19/14 Pending -- -- --
05/08/2014 05/08/14 For Sale $124,500 -- $68 / Sq Ft
Source: RMLS Alliance

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 $3,948 $48,550 $4,220 $44,330
2023 $3,948 $47,010 $4,090 $42,920
2022 $3,538 $43,330 $4,090 $39,240
2021 $3,394 $40,880 $3,860 $37,020
2020 $3,450 $40,880 $3,860 $37,020
2019 $3,396 $40,070 $3,780 $36,290
2018 $3,385 $40,070 $3,670 $36,400
2017 $3,296 $38,900 $3,560 $35,340
2015 -- $38,330 $3,510 $34,820
2013 $3,120 $36,000 $3,550 $32,450
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Brittany Self

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Brittany Self

    Charter Oak Realty

    (309) 368-1950

    15 in this area

    261 Total Sales

    Brittany Self
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  • Kori Jensen

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Kori Jensen

    CENTURY 21 Tucker Swanson

    (309) 620-6428

    207 in this area

    288 Total Sales

    Kori Jensen
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  • Chuck Ross

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Chuck Ross

    Mel Foster Co. Galesburg

    (309) 277-7702

    88 in this area

    122 Total Sales

    Chuck Ross
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    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Katie Karhliker

    WC Out of Area

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Map

Source: RMLS Alliance

MLS Number: PA1259378

RMLS Alliance

APN: 99-11-181-014

Illinois Knox County Galesburg 61401

959 Washington Ave, Galesburg, IL

This home is located at 959 Washington Ave, Galesburg, IL 61401 and is currently priced at $178,000, approximately $74 per square foot. This property was built in 1977. 959 Washington Ave is a home located in Knox County with nearby schools including Silas Willard Elementary School, Galesburg High School, and Galesburg Christian School.

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