Welcome to your storybook 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom Victorian cottage, nestled in the heart of Galena’s Historic District, beautifully maintained, brimming with original woodwork and timeless character. The inviting main floor offers a warm entryway, comfortable living and dining areas, and a thoughtfully designed kitchen. Pour your morning coffee and enjoy sunshine on the new rear deck—or invite friends over to enjoy golden-hour evenings as the stars appear! Upstairs, you’ll find two comfortable bedrooms and a full bath, each filled with natural light and charm. Ample storage in the closets and basement. The flat rear yard space offers room to play or garden with minimal upkeep. Just moments from Galena’s shops, restaurants, and historic attractions, this home is move-in ready, ideal for everyday living or as a special retreat.
Sold for $190,000
$190,000
115 N Bench St, Galena, IL 61036
2beds
1,047sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1907
3,049.2 Square Feet Lot
$197,000 Zestimate®
$181/sqft
$1,123 Estimated rent
Home value
$197,000
Estimated sales range
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Victorian cottageOriginal woodworkComfortable bedroomsThoughtfully designed kitchenNatural lightFlat rear yard spaceWarm entryway
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Listed by:
James Hillis 610-329-4041,
Eagle Ridge Realty
Bought with:
DAVID BISENIUS, 471004515
Coldwell Banker Network Realty
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®,MLS#: 202504859
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 165.1
- Dimensions: 13 x 12.7
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 83.6
- Dimensions: 9.5 x 8.8
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 141.25
- Dimensions: 12.5 x 11.3
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 128.7
- Dimensions: 13 x 9.9
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 162.68
- Dimensions: 16.6 x 9.8
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop, Washer, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Full,Partial Exposure
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,047
- Total interior livable area: 1,047 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,047
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 3,049 sqft
- Features: City/Town
Details
- Parcel number: 432210008800
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Siding, Wood
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1907
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: City/Community
- Water: City/Community
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Galena
- Subdivision: IL
Other
Other facts
- Price range: $190K - $190K
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/12/2025 | Sold | $190,000-23.4%$181/sqft |
Source:  NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202504859 Report a problem | ||
| 11/27/2025 | Contingent | $248,000$237/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12445057 Report a problem | ||
| 11/27/2025 | Pending sale | $248,000$237/sqft |
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202504859 Report a problem | ||
| 10/8/2025 | Price change | $248,000-4.6%$237/sqft |
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| 8/13/2025 | Listed for sale | $260,000+138.5%$248/sqft |
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202504859 Report a problem | ||
| 12/10/2015 | Listing removed | $109,000$104/sqft |
Source: MCCOY REAL ESTATE SERVICE #20152204 Report a problem | ||
| 11/2/2015 | Pending sale | $109,000$104/sqft |
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| 8/14/2015 | Price change | $109,000-8.4%$104/sqft |
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| 5/16/2015 | Price change | $119,000-7.8%$114/sqft |
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| 2/14/2015 | Listed for sale | $129,000+12.2%$123/sqft |
Source: McCoy Real Estate Services, Inc. #20152204 Report a problem | ||
| 12/11/2009 | Sold | $115,000$110/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,468 -2.7% | $38,006 -0.5% |
| 2023 | $2,536 +15.8% | $38,200 +18.5% |
| 2022 | $2,189 +7.7% | $32,234 +8.6% |
| 2021 | $2,033 +6.7% | $29,695 +7.7% |
| 2020 | $1,905 -10.6% | $27,569 -8.9% |
| 2019 | $2,130 -20.2% | $30,278 -2.8% |
| 2018 | $2,669 | $31,153 +2.6% |
| 2017 | $2,669 +30.1% | $30,375 |
| 2016 | $2,052 +2.2% | $30,375 -16.9% |
| 2015 | $2,008 -33.7% | $36,545 |
| 2014 | $3,027 +10.6% | $36,545 |
| 2013 | $2,738 | $36,545 -5% |
| 2010 | -- | $38,479 +2.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $37,577 |
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Neighborhood: 61036
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Galena Elementary and Middle SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 1 mi
- 4/10Galena High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Galena
- Middle: Galena
- High: Galena
- District: Galena
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Jo Daviess County
- Galena
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- 115 N Bench St
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