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$949 Closing Credit¹
#CA1036709, Sara Varner, Listing Office: Platinum Key Real Estate, LLC
$89,900 List price
253 Day St Galesburg, IL 61401
$1,068
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 full
1,004 sqft
$90 / sqft
House
Property details
About 253 Day St
Move-in ready and thoughtfully updated, this 1.5-story home offers many modern upgrades. The exterior features newer vinyl siding, ensuring low-maintenance upkeep. Inside, the bright and functional kitchen boasts refurbished cabinets, recessed lighting, and comes fully equipped with a stove and refrigerator. The spacious main-floor bathroom includes a convenient laundry location. Recent improvements include many new windows, doors, a newer front porch and sidewalk. Major system updates such as new plumbing, a water heater, and a 100-amp electrical panel with wiring upgrades provide peace of mind. Ceiling fans are installed in the living room, dining room, and both bedrooms, enhancing comfort year-round. The home also offers excellent closet space in both bedrooms. Enjoy outdoor space with a large yard, perfect for relaxation or entertaining. Plus, the dry basement provides extra storage or potential for additional use. Don’t miss this move-in-ready home—schedule your showing today!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,004 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1896
ParkingGravel
MLS #CA1035202
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Parking: Gravel
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $89,900
- Price/SqFt: $89
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,554
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Level
- Directions: 253 Day St.
- Year Built: 1896
- Living Area: 1,004 SqFt
- MLS Number: CA1035202
- MLS Name: RMLSA
- Office Name: exp Realty, LLC
- Listing Agent: Randy Wilson
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 14, 2022 | Home Sold | $69,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $22,510 | $1,554 |
| 2022 | $2,630 | $249 |
| 2020 | $4,430 | $438 |
| 2019 | $4,350 | $433 |
| 2018 | $4,350 | $432 |
| 2017 | $4,230 | $423 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
2
Lombard Middle School
Public District 5-6
0.4 mi
•1220 E Knox St
2
King School
Public District KG-4
0.8 mi
•1018 S Farnham St
5
Silas Willard Elementary School
Public District KG-4
1.3 mi
•460 Fifer St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $21,098. Typical income of Galesburg, IL residents is less than $<35k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.
How much money do the neighbors make?
71%
<35k
29%
35k-100k
0%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
What types of families live nearby?
41%
Single, No Kids
26%
Single, with Kids
20%
Married, No Kids
13%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
18%
<11 yrs old
12%
12-17 yrs old
24%
18-34 yrs old
37%
35-64 yrs old
9%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Pro Boxing
Mexican League Soccer
NHRA Drag Racing
Where do the neighbors shop?
Family Dollar
Burlington
Big Lots
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
White Castle
Church's Chicken
Golden Corral
What do the neighbors drive?
Chevrolet
Kia
Buick
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rock
Urban Adult Contemporary
Adult Standards
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 253 Day St
The listing price of 253 Day St property is $89,900.
The property 253 Day St is a house located in Galesburg, Illinois, 61401.
Active Listing: 253 Day St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 253 Day St are: Lombard Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), King School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Silas Willard Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Knoxville Jr High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Central Intermediate School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Williamsfield Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Galesburg High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Knoxville Sr High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Abingdon-Avon High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,554 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on January 14, 2022 for $69,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 253 Day St has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 253 Day St is 1,004 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 253 Day St is 1896.
This home is located at 253 Day St in Galesburg, IL and zip code 61401. This 1,004 square foot home was built in 1896. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 21, 2025 and is currently priced at $89,900.
Galesburg, IL housing market in April 2025 saw over 3 listings sold above listed price, more than 5 sold at listed price and over 17 sold below. In April 2025 in Galesburg, IL there were 2.9% more homes for sale than in March. Listings spent 61 days on the market in April 2025, and had a median list price of $100,500 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.