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  • $120,000

    1281 Russell Ave, Galesburg, IL 61401

    3beds
    1,181sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 1963
    -- sqft lot
    $118,700 Zestimate®
    $102/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Aluminum exteriorCorner lotKitchen complete with appliancesThree bedroomsNewer flooring throughout
    Looking for Main Level Living with No Steps? Take a look at this 3 bedroom ranch home offering light and bright living room, kitchen complete with appliances, laundry/mud room with access to fenced backyard area. Three bedrooms all situated within steps of the hall bathroom. Mechanical and storage room centrally located. Newer flooring throughout, aluminum exterior, windows and gutters 2025, roof 2011, concrete drive, plus attached 1.5-car attached garage perfect for easy delivery of groceries plus added security. Situated on corner lot and located next to the park! Call today and schedule an appointment to make this home yours!
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    Likely to sell faster than

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: March 25, 2026 at 01:01pm

    Listed by:

    Thomas L Knapp Offc:309-344-5444,

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    Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: CA1042448MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Capital Area Association of Realtors

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Bedroom 1
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 13ft 1in x 12ft 0in
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 15ft 0in x 7ft 11in
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 11ft 9in x 7ft 8in
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 12ft 6in x 11ft 11in
      Laundry
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 6ft 1in x 4ft 1in
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 18ft 11in x 15ft 9in
      Main level
      • Area: 1181
      Heating
      • Forced Air
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Range Hood, Range, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
      Features
      • Ceiling Fan(s)
      • Windows: Replacement Windows
      • Basement: None
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,181
      • Total interior livable area: 1,181 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1.5
      • Parking features: Attached, Paved
      • Attached garage spaces: 1.5
      Lot
      • Dimensions: 137.8 x 67 x 127.2 x 70.2
      • Features: Corner Lot, Level
      Details
      • Additional structures: Shed(s)
      • Parcel number: 9902476009

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Ranch
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
      Materials
      • Aluminum Siding
      • Foundation: Slab
      • Roof: Shingle
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1963

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Cable Available

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Rolling Meadows
      Location
      • Region: Galesburg

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $102/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $69,060
      • Annual tax amount: $2,135
      • Date on market: 3/20/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 11 days
      • Road surface type: Paved
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        Estimated market value

        $118,700

        $113,000 - $125,000

        $1,102/mo

        Price history

        Price history
        DateEventPrice
        3/25/2026Contingent$120,000$102/sqft
        Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1042448 Report a problem
        3/20/2026Listed for sale$120,000+120.2%$102/sqft
        Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1042448 Report a problem
        9/10/2012Sold$54,500$46/sqft
        Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA12320 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        Public tax history
        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$2,136 +1%$23,020 +3.3%
        2023$2,114 +8.7%$22,280 +8.5%
        2022$1,946 +3.2%$20,530 +6%
        2021$1,885 -1.6%$19,370
        2020$1,916 +1.2%$19,370 +2%
        2019$1,893 +0.4%$18,990 +0.1%
        2018$1,886 +17588.8%$18,980 +3%
        2017$11 $18,430 +1.5%
        2015$11 $18,160 -1%
        2013$11 $18,350 -11.7%
        2012-- $20,790 -0.5%
        2011-- $20,900 -1.5%
        2010-- $21,220 +3%
        2009-- $20,600 +3%
        2008-- $20,000

        Find assessor info on the county website

        BuyAbility℠ payment

        Est. payment
        $814/mo
        Principal & interest
        $619
        Property taxes
        $195
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          Climate risks

          Neighborhood: 61401

          Getting around

          17 / 100
          Car-Dependent
          30 / 100
          Somewhat Bikeable

          Nearby schools

          GreatSchools rating
          Schools provided by the listing agent
          • Elementary: Silas Willard
          • Middle: Lombard
          • 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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