Bring your vision and toolbelt- this property is a blank slate for your next rebuild project! Previously having 3 apartment units, it offers a rare chance to restore the home to its former glory or explore new possibilities! The property features a 2 bedroom main floor, with a full bathroom. The upstairs has the potential to be two separate 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartments. Offering a unique opportunity for a total transformation! This apartment building is just blocks away from the prestigious Knox College and beautiful downtown Galesburg. Property is being sold as presented with contents. Property qualifies for numerous community development incentives as it lies within the Galesburg Enterprise Zone. Ask your agent for a complete list.
For sale
$19,900
39 S Chambers St, Galesburg, IL 61401
4beds
3baths
2,016sqft
Multi Family, Duplex
Built in 1906
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$10/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 290 days |
- 242 |
- 15 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Brandon Merz Office:309-343-1186,
Platinum Key Real Estate, LLC
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: CA1039571
Originating MLS: Capital Area Association of Realtors
Originating MLS: Capital Area Association of Realtors
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Laundry: Units Hook-Ups
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,016
- Total interior livable area: 2,016 sqft
Property
Lot
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 9914102009
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: Multi Family, Duplex
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1906
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Not Available
Location
- Region: Galesburg
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $10/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $9,360
- Annual tax amount: $305
- Date on market: 10/1/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 291 days
- Road surface type: Shared
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$983/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/24/2026 | Price change | $19,900-33.4%$10/sqft |
Source:  RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1039571 Report a problem | ||
| 12/10/2025 | Price change | $29,900-25.1%$15/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1039571 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $39,900$20/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1039571 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $289 +1.2% | $3,120 +3.3% |
| 2023 | $286 +6.7% | $3,020 +6.7% |
| 2022 | $268 +3.2% | $2,830 +6% |
| 2021 | $260 -1.6% | $2,670 |
| 2020 | $264 +1.1% | $2,670 +1.9% |
| 2019 | $261 0% | $2,620 -0.4% |
| 2018 | $261 +12.3% | $2,630 +3.1% |
| 2017 | $233 | $2,550 +1.2% |
| 2015 | $233 | $2,520 -0.8% |
| 2013 | $233 | $2,540 |
| 2012 | -- | $2,540 -3.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $2,620 -1.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $2,660 +3.1% |
| 2009 | -- | $2,580 +3.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $2,500 |
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Est. payment
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Neighborhood: 61401
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Lombard Middle SchoolGrades: 5-6Distance: 0.8 mi
- 4/10Churchill Jr High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 1/10Galesburg High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Galesburg
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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