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$ 375,000
Est. payment | /mo
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,337 SqFt
$ 375,000
Est. payment | /mo
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,337 SqFt
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type SINGLE FAMILY - DETACHED
Listing Status Contingency
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,337 sqft
Price per Sqft $160
MLS Listing ID 155261
Style 1 1/2 Story
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 3
Year Built 1821
Lot Size 6,969 Sqft
Property Sub-Type SINGLE FAMILY - DETACHED
Property Description
Own a Piece of History in Charming Galena, Illinois 4 Beds | 3 Baths | 2-Car Garage | Est. 1821 A Legacy Home. Completely Reimagined. Step into over two centuries of American history at 908 Park Avenue, one of Galena's oldest and most storied residences. With origins tied to a log cabin built by fur trader Nehemiah Bates in the 1820s, this remarkable home has grown gracefully over the generations — added onto at least four times — and now stands as a beautifully renovated four-bedroom, three-bath treasure in the heart of one of Illinois' most beloved historic towns. Thoughtfully Renovated in 2024 — Move-In Ready The current owner has spared no expense in bringing this historic gem into the modern era, including: 3 Modern Bathrooms New Modern Kitchen — stylish, functional, and fully updated New Roof New Furnace & New Central Air Newly Added Main-Floor Primary/Guest Suite with a private entrance — perfect for guests, in-laws. All the charm of the 1800s. All the comfort of today. A Tour of the Home Main Level Welcoming formal entry foyer Large living room with rich wood flooring Open parlor / family room Generous formal dining room Spacious, New modern kitchen and Kitchen Aid appliance package Two full bathrooms Two main floor bedrooms including a primary suite with attached full bath Main floor laundry laundry Upper Level Two cozy bedrooms and new full bath upstairs. Two hall storage closets — plenty of room for everyone Outdoor Living Idyllic covered front porch with breathtaking in-town views Charming rear cottage-style covered porch Picket-fenced lawn — classic Galena curb appeal 2-car carriage-style covered garage with concrete pad, accessed via rear alley An Unbeatable Location Nestled on Park Avenue, this home enjoys: Gorgeous panoramic in-town views from the front porch Steps from two pedestrian bridges Close proximity to Grant Park Walking distance to Galena's quaint shops, delightful eateries, and year-round events Easy access to all of Downtown Galena Why 908 Park Avenue? "Added onto at least four times over the years, 908 Park Avenue has origins tied to a log cabin dating back to fur trader Nehemiah Bates in the 1820s." Homes like this simply do not come along often. Whether you're looking for a primary residence, a vacation retreat, or a historic investment property, 908 Park Avenue delivers history, character, location, and modern comfort in one extraordinary package. Schedule your private showing today. This is a rare opportunity — historic homes of this significance don't stay on the market long.
Location
State IL
Area Illinois
Rooms
Basement Full
Interior
Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Fireplaces Type None
Exterior
Exterior Feature Patio, Porch, Public Sidewalk
Parking Features Attached - 2
Garage Spaces 2.0
Roof Type Asp/Composite Shngl
Building
Foundation Rock
Sewer Public
Water Public
Schools
Elementary Schools Galena
Middle Schools Galena Middle School
High Schools Galena High School
Others
Listed by EXIT Realty Driftless Group
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Cody Burger
Broker | Owner License ID: 42732