Tucked into a scenic, wooded hillside just minutes from historic Main Street Galena, this beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the perfect combination of privacy, charm, and modern convenience. Situated on a .53-acre lot surrounded by mature trees, the property provides a peaceful natural setting with a fenced yard, abundant wildlife, and plenty of room to relax and enjoy the outdoors. Built in 1997 with architectural character that complements Galena's historic appeal, the home features a thoughtfully designed layout with contemporary comforts throughout. Enter from the inviting wraparound deck into a bright and open main level showcasing a spacious living room anchored by a woodstove-style fireplace, a welcoming dining area, an updated full bathroom, and an expansive kitchen complete with generous counter space, pantry storage, and upgraded appliances. Upstairs, you'll find a large guest bedroom with soaring cathedral ceilings, a convenient laundry closet, and a private primary suite featuring elevated wooded views, vaulted ceilings, and an ensuite bath highlighted by a corner whirlpool tub. Outdoor living is a true highlight, with the wraparound porch providing the perfect place to unwind while overlooking the tranquil wooded surroundings. A storage shed offers additional space for lawn equipment, gardening tools, and seasonal storage. Major improvements completed in 2017 include new shingles, siding, gutters and gutter guards, furnace, water heater, flooring throughout, crawlspace insulation, interior doors, lighting, ceiling fans, updated bathrooms, kitchen appliances, washer and dryer, and the addition of a woodstove insert with ...
+ Read More| Mls #: | 202603237 |
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| Asking Price: | $215,000 |
| Sold Price: | $200,000 |
| Closing Date: | 07/29/2026 |
| Property Type: | House |
| Type: | House |
| Status: | Sold |
| Bedrooms: | 2 |
| Full Baths: | 2 |
| Est Main Sq. Ft.: | 1,008 |
| Hoa Fee: | $0 |
| Lot Acreage: | 0.53 |
| Style: | 1.5 Story |
| City: | Galena |
| County: | Owner |
| ZIP: | 61036 |
| Year Built: | 1997 |
| Living Room Level: | Main |
| Search Price: | 200,000 |
| Address Search Number: | 756 |
| Status Category: | Sold & Closed |
| Status Detail: | 0 |
| Sale/Rent: | For Sale |
| Datestat: | 2026-07-29 |
| Price Date: | 2026-07-29 |
| Address: | 756 Dewey Avenue |
| Relo: | No |
| Rent To Own: | No |
| Short Sale: | No |
| Township: | Electric |
| Possession: | Wood |
| Ownership Type: | Fee Simple |
| Basement: | No |
| Basement Type: | Crawl Space |
| Water Heater: | Electric |
| Primary Bedroom Length: | 14'2" |
| Primary Bedroom Width: | 11'7" |
| Primary Bedroom Level: | Upper |
| Bedroom 2 Length: | 17'5" |
| Bedroom 2 Width: | 9' |
| Bedroom 2 Level: | Upper |
| Tax Year: | 2025 |
| Number Of Fireplaces: | 1 |
| # Full Baths Upper Lvl: | 1 |
| # Full Baths Main Lvl: | 1 |
| Taxes: | $4,893 |
| Est Above Grade Sq Ft: | 1,008 |
| Total Baths: | 2 |
| Lease: | No |
| Estate Y/N: | No |
| Fireplace: | Yes |
| Egress Y/N: | No |
| Kitchen Length: | 14'2" |
| Kitchen Width: | 12'6" |
| Kitchen Level: | Main |
| Living Room: | Yes |
| Living Room Length: | 27'7" |
| Living Room Width: | 11'8" |
| Dining Room: | Yes |
| Dining Room Length: | w/living |
| Dining Room Width: | w/living |
| Dining Room Level: | Main |
| Family Room: | No |
| Rec Room: | No |
| Water: | City/Community |
| Sewer: | City/Community |
| School District: | Galena |
| Elementary School: | Galena |
| Middle School: | Galena |
| High School: | Galena |
| Est Upper Sq. Ft.: | 336 |
| Hold Earnest Money Y/N: | Yes |
| Exterior: | Vinyl |
| Roof: | Shingle |
| Heating: | Forced Air, Natural Gas |
| Cooling: | Central Air |
| Appl Stay/Incl: | Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop, Washer |
| Property Type: | Wooded, City/Town |
| General Features: | Deck, Garden Shed, Laundry 2nd Floor, Fire-Pit/Fireplace, Fenced Yard |
| Electric: | Circuit Breaker |
| Garage Type/Driveway: | Other |
| Interior Features: | Ceiling Fan(s), Ceiling-Vaults/Cathedral, Radon Mitigation Active, Whirlpool Tub, Window Treatments, Ceiling Fan Remote(s) |
| Road Frontage: | City/Town, Hard Surface Road |
| Est Main Sq. Ft.: | 672 |
Listing Courtesy of: KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY SIGNATURE
Listing Agent: GARRETT HILLARY
815-297-4150
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