Tucked among the trees in a private wooded setting, this distinctive octagonal retreat offers the feel of a modern-day treehouse in the heart of The Galena Territory. Floor-to-ceiling windows surround the main living area, filling the home with natural light and showcasing peaceful, wooded views in every direction. A wood-burning stove creates a warm, inviting gathering space, while the recently remodeled kitchen (2023) blends updated style with everyday functionality. The main living space includes two spacious bedrooms including a primary suite with a private attached bathroom. This property offers a rare combination of unique architecture, modern updates, and exceptional privacy, your entry into the Territory awaits!! The private road leading to home is subject to an annual maintenance fee, 2026 was approximately $225. The home is subject to the rules and regulations of the Galena Territory Association & annual HOA assessment of $1,404.
Welcome to 3 Lost Ridge Lane, a recently updated 2-bedroom/2-bathroom Bartoli Ridgetopper home on 1.37 acres in the heart of The Galena Territory, minutes from the Owners' Club, Marina, 4 Golf Courses, and Eagle Ridge Resort and Spa. This 8-sided [octagonal-shaped] home offers floor-to-ceiling windows on each side for abundant natural light and views into the wooded surroundings, and it has cathedral ceilings in all rooms adding to the spacious feel. This home provides main-level living and is a perfect retreat: 2 nice size bedrooms, one with an attached bath, a second bath, a spacious living area, a cozy kitchen, and a gas-log freestanding fireplace. The owners recently painted the inside in 2022, and in 2023 updated the flooring and installed a new kitchen with new appliance (except the refrigerator), a butcher-block counter, and backsplash. The spiral staircase leads to mechanical/laundry space access and a walkout door to a rear gravel patio. This home will be sold furnished (with a few personal exclusions, including lamp hanging over dining table) to transfer via separate bill of sale. A shared road maintenance fee applies ($200 for 2023). The lot has five sides (back dimension is a combination of 125' and 295'): lot dimensions and acreage from County records. Room sizes are approximate as each is pie shaped.
NWIAR #202302378
Aug 1, 2023
Sold
$175,000
$219/sq ft
Jun 27, 2023
Pending
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Jun 13, 2023
Price Changed
$184,900
$231/sq ft
May 10, 2023
Listed
$199,900
$250/sq ft
+13
Welcome to 3 Lost Ridge Lane, a recently updated 2-bedroom/2-bathroom Bartoli Ridgetopper home on 1.37 acres in the heart of The Galena Territory, minutes from the Owners’ Club, Marina, 4 Golf Courses, and Eagle Ridge Resort and Spa. This 8-sided [octagonal-shaped] home offers floor-to-ceiling windows on each side for abundant natural light and views into the wooded surroundings, and it has cathedral ceilings in all rooms adding to the spacious feel. This home provides main-level living and is a perfect retreat: 2 nice size bedrooms, one with an attached bath, a second bath, a spacious living area, a cozy kitchen, and a gas-log freestanding fireplace. The owners recently painted the inside in 2022, and in 2023 updated the flooring and installed a new kitchen with new appliance (except the refrigerator), a butcher-block counter, and backsplash. The spiral staircase leads to mechanical/laundry space access and a walkout door to a rear gravel patio. This home will be sold furnished (with a few personal exclusions, including lamp hanging over dining table) to transfer via separate bill of sale. A shared road maintenance fee applies ($200 for 2023). The lot has five sides (back dimension is a combination of 125’ and 295’): lot dimensions and acreage from County records. Room sizes are approximate as each is pie shaped.
Public Records
Oct 24, 2022
Sold
$110,000
$138/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,717 (+46.4%)
$5,315 + $53,223
$58,538
2024
$1,856 (+4.9%)
$5,315 + $53,223
$58,538
2023
$1,769 (+15.2%)
$3,288 + $33,059
$36,347
2022
$1,536 (+5.2%)
$2,874 + $28,893
$31,767
2021
$1,460 (−30.5%)
$2,145 + $21,562
$23,707
2020
$2,101 (+2.0%)
$1,989 + $19,996
$21,985
2019
$2,060 (+1.5%)
$1,798 + $29,070
$30,868
2018
$2,030 (+1.7%)
$1,768 + $28,584
$30,352
2017
$1,995 (+1.8%)
$1,790 + $28,934
$30,724
2016
$1,960 (+0.6%)
$1,790 + $28,934
$30,724
2015
$1,949
$12,125 + $18,637
$30,762
2014
$1,950 (+1.4%)
$12,762 + $19,616
$32,378
2013
$1,923
$12,930 + $19,874
$32,804
Public record
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Lot size
1.37 Acres
Year renovated
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Year built
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Style
Other
County
Jo Daviess County
APN
0810600300
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Electric
Interior Features
Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Washer, Electric Water Heater
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Gas
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: House
Lot Information
Lot Features: Wooded
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Lot Size Acres: 1.37
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,717
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Fee: $1,404
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Derived Association Fee (Monthly): $117
Schools Information
School District: River Ridge
Elementary School: River Ridge
Middle Or Junior School: River Ridge
High School: River Ridge
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.37 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Jo Daviess County
APN: 0810600300
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
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Schools
River Ridge Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 6.3mi
8/10
River Ridge Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.3mi
8/10
River Ridge High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.3mi
3/10
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
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Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$210,000 – $255,000
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