REDUCED! Charming well preserved historic home located on spacious lot within walking distance to downtown Galena Illinois. This house features a wraparound porch, beautiful original woodwork, and built-ins throughout. The double door entryway leads to a welcoming foyer with a very detailed staircase to the upper level. The main floor has a double parlor and dining room, both with exquisite leaded glass built-ins. New appliances, wood ceiling, recessed lighting, and a pantry complete the cozy kitchen. The upper level boasts 2 spacious bedrooms, one with a walk-in closet, an office/library area, and an updated full bath. The interior home has been freshly painted in 2025, and new carpeting throughout in 2018. There are original hardwoods floors under the carpet. Lots of curb appeal along with new sidewalk and bike path, stairway and beautiful railing! A historic carriage house (carriage house is being sold “AS IS”) completes this delightful Queen Anne home.
Single-familyProperty Type
1901Year Built
0.34 acresLot Size
$133Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by STEPHEN "HENRY" CLAY• JIM SULLIVAN REALTY
Charming well preserved historic home located on spacious lot within walking distance to downtown Galena Illinois. This house features a wraparound porch, beautiful original woodwork, and built-ins throughout. The double door entryway leads to a welcoming foyer with a very detailed staircase to the upper level. The main floor has a double parlor and dining room, both with exquisite leaded glass built-ins. New appliances, wood ceiling, recessed lighting, and a pantry complete the cozy kitchen. The upper level boasts 2 spacious bedrooms, one with a walk-in closet, an office/library area, and an updated full bath. The interior home has been freshly painted in 2025, and new carpeting throughout in 2018.There are original hardwoods floors under the carpet. Lots of curb appeal along with new sidewalk and bike path, stairway and beautiful railing! A historic carriage house (carriage house is being sold "AS IS") completes this delightful Queen Anne home.
NWIAR #202501384
Jul 17, 2025
Sold
$165,000
$114/sq ft
Jun 19, 2025
Pending
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Jun 4, 2025
Price Changed
$179,900
$124/sq ft
Mar 25, 2025
Listed
$189,900
$131/sq ft
NWIAR #119270
Apr 18, 2018
Sold
$90,000
$62/sq ft
Mar 16, 2017
Listed
$100,000
$69/sq ft
+15
Looking for a historic home in Galena? Look no further! This home welcomes you with a large wrap around porch and only gets better from there! Head inside the double doors and you’ll walk into a home that offers extensive, beautiful woodwork and tons of historic charm. The main floor is home to your double parlor (with beautiful built-ins), the dining room, and kitchen that has been updated! Upstairs you’ll find 2 spacious bedrooms, both with nice sized closets as well as a storage area! Call today to view this property!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,889 (+2.8%)
$5,183 + $35,299
$40,482
2024
$2,810 (−12.9%)
$5,183 + $35,299
$40,482
2023
$3,226 (+11.9%)
$4,666 + $31,775
$36,441
2022
$2,884 (+5.6%)
$4,360 + $36,602
$40,962
2021
$2,732 (+4.6%)
$3,679 + $30,885
$34,564
2020
$2,611 (−0.3%)
$3,389 + $28,452
$31,841
2019
$2,619 (+62.8%)
$3,146 + $26,415
$29,561
2018
$1,609 (+1.8%)
$3,146 + $26,697
$29,843
2017
$1,581 (+2.3%)
$3,237 + $27,469
$30,706
2016
$1,546 (−0.6%)
$3,156 + $26,783
$29,939
2015
$1,555 (+2.9%)
$3,156 + $26,783
$29,939
2014
$1,511 (+1.9%)
$3,156 + $26,623
$29,779
2013
$1,482
$3,156 + $26,623
$29,779
Tax history for 516 Spring St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,889 (+2.8%)
$5,183 + $35,299
$40,482
2024
$2,810 (−12.9%)
$5,183 + $35,299
$40,482
2023
$3,226 (+11.9%)
$4,666 + $31,775
$36,441
2022
$2,884 (+5.6%)
$4,360 + $36,602
$40,962
2021
$2,732 (+4.6%)
$3,679 + $30,885
$34,564
2020
$2,611 (−0.3%)
$3,389 + $28,452
$31,841
2019
$2,619 (+62.8%)
$3,146 + $26,415
$29,561
2018
$1,609 (+1.8%)
$3,146 + $26,697
$29,843
2017
$1,581 (+2.3%)
$3,237 + $27,469
$30,706
2016
$1,546 (−0.6%)
$3,156 + $26,783
$29,939
2015
$1,555 (+2.9%)
$3,156 + $26,783
$29,939
2014
$1,511 (+1.9%)
$3,156 + $26,623
$29,779
2013
$1,482
$3,156 + $26,623
$29,779
*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
0.34 Acres
Year renovated
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Year built
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Style
Other
County
Jo Daviess County
APN
2210075500
Parking Spaces
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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: 2
Parking Features: Gravel, Detached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Details: Partial
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
# of Stories Total: 2
Construction Materials: Brick
Property Features
Other Structures: Outbuilding
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: House
Lot Information
Road Frontage Type: State Road
Lot Size Acres: 0.34
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,226
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Schools Information
School District: Galena
Elementary School: Galena
Middle Or Junior School: Galena
High School: Galena
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.34 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Jo Daviess County
APN: 2210075500
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
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Schools
Galena Elementary and Middle School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
8/10
Galena High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
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10/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 15 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
$183,000 – $221,000
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