Welcome. Just a few hours west of Chicago, Galena will totally captivate you. Nestled on a quiet corner lot on a dead-end street, this fully restored home has all the bells and whistles.
As you step up the front walk you are greeted by an amazing ten by twenty-eight foot front porch. Al fresco dining is a must on the large farm table. A comfortable sitting area welcomes you to relax and enjoy a lovely afternoon breeze.
Stepping inside, the stately entry features a walnut-stained pine and oak turning staircase. A recessed bookcase sits on the landing. There are gleaming quatersawn oak floors throughout the main level. The period woodwork continues into the living Room, dining room, kitchen, and butlers panty. Pocket doors lead into the formal dining room from the living room. From the butler's panty hall, the large, full bathroom includes a full-sized washer and dryer. The newly renovated kitchen was designed by a top Chicago interior designer. It features a granite island which seats two to three comfortably. The shaker birch cabinets extend up the nine-foot ceiling. The mudroom houses a large pantry and exits to the east-facing side deck. View the stunning perennial gardens while sipping your morning coffee.
Beneath the deck is paver patio to enjoy the gardens at a closer range.
Upstairs, the four bedrooms feature stunning Douglas Fir pine floors. The two master suites can easily fit a king-sized bed and sofa seating area. Each bedroom has at least one walk in closet. Amazing storage space in all the bedrooms. You’ll never have to worry about finding space for all your personal items. The fourth bedroom turned den, features a walk-in linen closet and the second closet to house the window AC units.
The bathroom features solid wood wainscoting and a stunning soaking tub with tile surround. As an added bonus, a full walk up attic. Let your imagination soar at the possibilities for this amazing space with incredible storage.
Off the main entry is a beautifully created cedar and iron staircase descending to the lower lever. This space was created as an owner’s residence for a bed and breakfast. This home already has city approval and if you ever dreamed of owning a B&B here is your chance. A bedroom, dining area, huge family room, new bath, and mudroom. The Family room features a stunning electric fireplace to keep you toasty. The workbench of the original owner was transformed into an amazing bar. As a final bonus…a huge four-foot by twelve-foot storage closet hides behind one of the original doors of the house. On the opposite side, the bathroom features a four foot tiled shower.
The final space leads out to the new concrete patio and walk. The mudroom is a gem. Featuring a large coat closet, multiple iron hooks for hats and coats, and a five by ten foot storage area to house all your paper and cleaning goods. It is amazing how much you can fit in there.
In the large two car garage all the components for a summer kitchen are already in place. It just needs to be hooked up.
Grant park is four blocks away. It is charming place to spend a lazy afternoon. Enjoy to views of the Galena River and historic Main Street, which has been voted one of the top ten in the country! Step into the vibrant downtown scene with many shops and wonderful restaurants to choose. You can not beat the location of this fine house!
As a final note, plumbing, electric, sum pump, hot water heater, and a new PVC pipe replaced from street. No more lead pipes! The siding on the east side of the house has been replaced and the other siding is newer from the early 2000’s. The cedar siding is original in the attic area which has charming period shingles.
Thanks for looking.
For sale by owner
$525,000
214 Adams St, Galena, IL 61036
5beds
3,300sqft
Est.:
SingleFamily
Built in 1912
8,700 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$159/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Electric fireplaceFarm tableGranite islandPerennial gardensCorner lotSitting areaStorage space
What the owner loves about this home
The large and welcoming front porch, stunning gardens, amazing entry and staircase, period woodwork, its pristine condition, wood burning stove, and the kitchen is a dream!
- 56 days
- on Zillow |
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Listed by:
(773) 791-1165
Travel times
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Baseboard, Radiant, Electric, Gas
Cooling
- Other
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage disposal, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Main Floor
Features
- Flooring: Softwood, Other, Hardwood, Linoleum / Vinyl
- Basement: Finished
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,300 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Garage - Detached, Off-street
Features
- Exterior features: Shingle, Wood, Cement / Concrete
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Park
Lot
- Size: 8,700 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 0650005500
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
Materials
- Roof: Shake / Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1912
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breaker
- Sewer: City
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Galena
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $159/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $172,017
- Annual tax amount: $3,709
- Date on market: 6/19/2025
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