Spacious Home with panoramic views. Once known by Braniger Organization, The Galena Territory developer, as "The Dream House" . This home can accommodate a large group of people comfortably. 3 levels of living space plus a finished walk out lower level. Sold with furnishings remaining in the house. Four fireplaces throughout the home. Fireplaces have been sealed; can be made to work again. Viking kitchen stove/oven and numerous other nice features. The house has been converted to natural gas. Septic system was new in 2018 and qualifies for rental requirements. This home might possibly qualify for a Jo Daviess County Rental License which would be the Buyer?s responsibility. House needs some repairs and updating. Being sold as is. The sale is subject to The Galena Territory documentation fee.
Spacious Home with panoramic views. Once known as "The Dream House" This home can accommodate a large group of people comfortably. 3 levels of living space plus a finished walk out lower level. Sold with furnishings remaining in the house. Newer windows, siding and shingles. Fireplaces throughout the home. Septic system is not up to current code and is being sold as is.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,776 (+48.1%)
$3,413 + $121,005
$124,418
2024
$3,901 (+4.9%)
$3,413 + $121,005
$124,418
2023
$3,717 (+15.2%)
$2,113 + $74,288
$76,401
2022
$3,228 (+5.2%)
$1,847 + $64,926
$66,773
2021
$3,068 (+11.1%)
$1,378 + $48,452
$49,830
2020
$2,762 (+2.0%)
$1,278 + $44,934
$46,212
2019
$2,707 (+1.5%)
$1,155 + $39,416
$40,571
2018
$2,668 (+1.7%)
$1,136 + $38,757
$39,893
2017
$2,623 (−41.7%)
$1,150 + $39,232
$40,382
2016
$4,500 (+0.5%)
$5,392 + $65,240
$70,632
2015
$4,476
$5,392 + $65,240
$70,632
2014
$4,477 (+1.4%)
$5,675 + $68,667
$74,342
2013
$4,415
$5,750 + $69,571
$75,321
Tax history for 435 W Wachter Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,776 (+48.1%)
$3,413 + $121,005
$124,418
2024
$3,901 (+4.9%)
$3,413 + $121,005
$124,418
2023
$3,717 (+15.2%)
$2,113 + $74,288
$76,401
2022
$3,228 (+5.2%)
$1,847 + $64,926
$66,773
2021
$3,068 (+11.1%)
$1,378 + $48,452
$49,830
2020
$2,762 (+2.0%)
$1,278 + $44,934
$46,212
2019
$2,707 (+1.5%)
$1,155 + $39,416
$40,571
2018
$2,668 (+1.7%)
$1,136 + $38,757
$39,893
2017
$2,623 (−41.7%)
$1,150 + $39,232
$40,382
2016
$4,500 (+0.5%)
$5,392 + $65,240
$70,632
2015
$4,476
$5,392 + $65,240
$70,632
2014
$4,477 (+1.4%)
$5,675 + $68,667
$74,342
2013
$4,415
$5,750 + $69,571
$75,321
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
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Lot size
0.88 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Other
County
Jo Daviess County
APN
0810505200
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Gravel, Attached
Interior
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Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 4
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Propane
Interior Features
Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 4
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Details: Finished, Full
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
Below Grade Finished Area: 1,296
# of Stories Total: 2
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: House
Lot Information
Lot Features: Wooded
Lot Size Acres: 0.88
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,762
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Fee: $1,137
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Derived Association Fee (Monthly): $94.75
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: 0.88 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Jo Daviess County
APN: 0810505200
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
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River Ridge Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 5.9mi
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River Ridge Middle School
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River Ridge High School
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7 days above 101° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$383,000 – $463,000
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