Charming 4 bedroom, 2 bath smart home situated on a sprawling lot and ready for you to move right in! From the inviting covered front porch, enter into the open concept main level flooded with natural light, modern touches, and classic character. A welcoming living room delivers a bright bay window and a custom electric fireplace highlighted by shiplap & a wood mantel. Flow easily into the dining area which provides direct access to the patio for indoor/outdoor entertaining and continues into the kitchen complete with ample cabinetry, appliances, and beautiful backsplash. A glass French door opens to the convenient main floor laundry room at the back of the home. Just off the dining room, a sizable main floor bedroom with shared access to the full bathroom is hidden by a stylish barn door. The striking open staircase leads to the upper level offering three additional bedrooms and a full bathroom featuring a relaxing jetted tub. As the weather warms up, the privacy-fenced backyard showcases a patio area, a pergola near the fire pit, a basketball court for summer game nights, and even a chicken coop! The property also includes an attached 1.5 car garage with storage plus plenty of extra off-street parking. Don't wait on this one!
Sold for $171,000
$171,000
696 N Academy St, Galesburg, IL 61401
4beds
1,812sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1896
0.33 Acres Lot
$174,700 Zestimate®
$94/sqft
$1,571 Estimated rent
Home value
$174,700
$142,000 - $217,000
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Classic characterModern touchesStylish barn doorPrivacy-fenced backyardChicken coopBright bay windowInviting covered front porch
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Sara E Varner Office:309-343-1186,
Platinum Key Real Estate, LLC
Bought with:
Scott Cramer, 475.182704
RE/MAX Traders Unlimited
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: CA1042332
Originating MLS: Capital Area Association of Realtors
Originating MLS: Capital Area Association of Realtors
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 15ft 4in x 12ft 7in
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 12ft 3in x 10ft 2in
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 13ft 1in x 7ft 6in
Bedroom 4
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11ft 5in x 11ft 4in
Other
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 15ft 7in x 13ft 0in
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11ft 9in x 11ft 2in
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 12ft 4in x 7ft 5in
Living room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 24ft 2in x 12ft 7in
Main level
- Area: 1102
Upper level
- Area: 710
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Windows: Replacement Windows, Blinds
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Electric, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,812
- Total interior livable area: 1,812 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1.5
- Parking features: Attached, On Street, Parking Pad
- Attached garage spaces: 1.5
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
- Spa features: Bath
Lot
- Size: 0.33 Acres
- Dimensions: 67 x 215
- Features: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 9910177031
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Rubber,Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1896
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: Not Available
Location
- Region: Galesburg
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $94/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $104,850
- Annual tax amount: $2,686
- Date on market: 3/15/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 4 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/20/2026 | Sold | $171,000+6.9%$94/sqft |
Source:  RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1042332 Report a problem | ||
| 3/19/2026 | Contingent | $159,900$88/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1042332 Report a problem | ||
| 3/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $159,900+105%$88/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1042332 Report a problem | ||
| 3/1/2007 | Sold | $78,000$43/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,686 +2.1% | $34,950 +3.3% |
| 2023 | $2,630 +22.3% | $33,840 +18% |
| 2022 | $2,150 +4.9% | $28,690 +6% |
| 2021 | $2,050 -1.6% | $27,070 |
| 2020 | $2,084 +1.8% | $27,070 +2% |
| 2019 | $2,048 +0.3% | $26,540 |
| 2018 | $2,041 +16.2% | $26,540 +3% |
| 2017 | $1,757 | $25,770 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,757 | $25,390 -1% |
| 2013 | $1,757 | $25,650 |
| 2012 | -- | $25,650 -0.5% |
| 2011 | -- | $25,790 -1.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $26,180 +3% |
| 2009 | -- | $25,410 +3% |
| 2008 | -- | $24,670 |
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Neighborhood: 61401
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Steele SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 1.2 mi
- 4/10Churchill Jr High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 1/10Galesburg High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 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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