5 Blue Ridge Ct, Galena, IL 61036
What's special
Premier vacation rental offering, newly built in 2024 and thoughtfully designed to deliver a pinnacle guest experience in The Galena Territory! Welcome to Blue Ridge Reserve, a 3,000+ sq ft contemporary retreat licensed for short-term rental featuring 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, refined finishes, peaceful wooded surroundings, and one of the area’s most distinctive entertainment spaces: a state-of-the-art Golf Simulator/Theater/TV/Bar combo created for year-round enjoyment and flexible use. The bright and airy main-level great room showcases a central gallery-style living space centered around an electric fireplace, flowing into a custom dining table for ten crafted from an on-property elm tree and an efficient chef’s kitchen outfitted with gorgeous quartz counters, LG appliances, convection oven, refrigerator with multiple ice settings, and custom cabinetry. The layout includes two spacious primary suites (one on each level) with solid wood king beds and three additional bedrooms with dual twin bed configurations (six total twin beds), supported by four full bathrooms with sleek dual-sink vanities—three featuring rain shower heads and one with a bathtub—along with a convenient main level half bath. Prepare to be wowed as you retreat to the lower level to find an absolute haven of recreation and entertainment, where you are welcomed by the golf simulator/theater/bar room offering so many exciting amenities you may never want to leave! The custom simulator setup uniquely sunken below the periphery bar features Protee launch monitor technology, GSPro software, stunning 4K graphics, access to 1,200+ courses including many notable names, advanced swing analytics, and seamless conversion to a full theater experience with a massive 9’ x 15’ screen and high-fidelity surround sound, complemented by a wet bar with sink, beverage and wine fridge, glassware, and built-in charging stations, plus generous seating across sectional, bar, and general hangout areas. Go from playing golf one minute to loading your favorite streaming service the next to enjoy a full-on movie theater feel! Directly accessible just outside you will find an impressive 600+/- square foot covered rear patio anchored by a 7-person Bullfrog hot tub, dining area for eight, Blackstone grill, custom outdoor bag set each sited on their own concrete pad and warm and inviting fire pit, all overlooking tranquil forest views and abundant nature beyond, making this turn-key, premium vacation rental a rare opportunity for both personal enjoyment and investment potential. Additional amenities include fiber internet access, dual-zone HVAC with whole-home air circulation, a dedicated laundry room with high-capacity LG washer/dryer and accessories, sold tastefully furnished with many quality pieces sourced from Crate and Barrel. Just a short trip to Owners' Club with indoor pool, outdoor pool, fitness facility, game room, multi-sport gym, tennis courts and more, access to scenic Lake Galena, and miles of gorgeous trails. Fine and casual dining, 63 holes of golf, and spa facilities of Eagle Ridge Resort and Spa await just minutes away. Sold mostly furnished with some exclusions, and to be transferred via separate bill of sale.
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Listing updated:
DAMON HEIM 815-266-2427,
Coldwell Banker Network Realty
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 172.52
- Dimensions: 14.08 x 12.25
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 133.79
- Dimensions: 14.08 x 9.5
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 158.13
- Dimensions: 13.75 x 11.5
Bedroom 4
- Level: Lower
- Area: 352
- Dimensions: 21.33 x 16.5
Dining room
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 352
- Dimensions: 21.33 x 16.5
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 148.97
- Dimensions: 14.42 x 10.33
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 266.44
- Dimensions: 18.17 x 14.67
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- L.L. Finished Space, Ceiling-Vaults/Cathedral, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Basement Entrance,Full,Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Electric, Fire-Pit/Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,016
- Total interior livable area: 3,016 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,508
- Finished area below ground: 1,508
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Gravel, None
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio, Covered
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Private
Lot
- Size: 1.17 Acres
- Features: County Taxes, Wooded, Covenants, Restrictions, Subdivided
Details
- Parcel number: 0840202100
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Siding, Other
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 2024
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: City/Community
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: IL
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Pool Access, Water Access, Clubhouse, Trash
- HOA fee: $1,404 annually
Location
- Region: Galena
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $330/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $4,209
- Annual tax amount: $6,174
- Price range: $995K - $995K
- Date on market: 2/12/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 212 days
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Hard Surface Road
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/22/2026 | Pending sale | $995,000$330/sqft |
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| 2/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $995,000+17990.9%$330/sqft |
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| 11/8/2022 | Sold | $5,500-45%$2/sqft |
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| 10/21/2022 | Contingent | $10,000$3/sqft |
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| 8/21/2022 | Price change | $10,000-44.4%$3/sqft |
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| 6/28/2022 | Price change | $18,000-28%$6/sqft |
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| 6/12/2022 | Price change | $24,999-19.6%$8/sqft |
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| 5/2/2022 | Listed for sale | $31,100+1973.3%$10/sqft |
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| 3/23/2021 | Sold | $1,500-40% |
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| 2/26/2021 | Pending sale | $2,500$1/sqft |
Source: EAGLE RIDGE REALTY #20210166 Report a problem | ||
| 2/22/2021 | Listed for sale | $2,500-75%$1/sqft |
Source: RANWIL #20210166 Report a problem | ||
| 11/20/2020 | Listing removed | $10,000$3/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Affiliated #CA999922 Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/2020 | Listed for sale | $10,000+614.3%$3/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Affiliated #CA999922 Report a problem | ||
| 4/12/2019 | Listing removed | $1,400 |
Source: EAGLE RIDGE REALTY #20190221 Report a problem | ||
| 3/20/2019 | Pending sale | $1,400 |
Source: EAGLE RIDGE REALTY #20190221 Report a problem | ||
| 2/26/2019 | Listed for sale | $1,400-92.4% |
Source: EAGLE RIDGE REALTY #20190221 Report a problem | ||
| 7/6/2011 | Sold | $18,500-46.4%$6/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/30/2005 | Sold | $34,500$11/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $74 +4.9% | $1,403 +14.4% |
| 2023 | $71 +14% | $1,226 +34% |
| 2022 | $62 +6.9% | $915 +7.8% |
| 2021 | $58 -45.9% | $849 -44.7% |
| 2020 | $107 +2% | $1,536 +1.7% |
| 2019 | $105 +0.7% | $1,510 -1.2% |
| 2018 | $105 | $1,529 |
| 2017 | $105 +0.7% | $1,529 -18.2% |
| 2016 | $104 -17% | $1,869 |
| 2015 | $125 +1.2% | $1,869 -63.3% |
| 2014 | $124 -63.8% | $5,097 -17.4% |
| 2013 | $341 | $6,167 -57% |
| 2010 | -- | $14,336 -6% |
| 2009 | -- | $15,251 |
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Monthly payment
Estimated market value
$936,700
$890,000 - $984,000
$3,354/mo
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