$89,900

284 Garfield Ave Galesburg, IL 61401

$1,068
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full, 1 partial
1,896 sqft
$47 / sqft
House

Property details

About 284 Garfield Ave

Sizable 3 bed, 2 full bath home situated on a corner lot! The welcoming enclosed front porch ensures a delightful spot to enjoy your morning coffee by the fireplace while also providing a peaceful transition between indoor & outdoor living. The main level offers much flexibility to meet your needs as well as displaying touches of character including an oversized arched doorway, a grand staircase, and charming crown molding framing doorways & windows. The inviting living room is perfect for relaxing and flows easily into the bonus space currently utilized as an extra dining area. For more intimate gatherings, the formal dining room provides a place to entertain, or it can continue to be used as a main floor bedroom. The updated kitchen is complete with a pantry, and you will appreciate the convenience of main floor laundry and a recently added full bathroom featuring a tiled walk-in shower. Upstairs, three sizable bedrooms and an oversized full bath provide enough space for everyone to coexist. Find even more storage opportunities in the walk-up attic and full basement (with potential half bath). This property features a complete roof tear off in 2024 and updated furnace/central air allowing you to simply invest in making the home your own. The adequately sized yard is highlighted by multiple peach trees and beautiful roses. Make your appointment today to see all that this property offers!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air, Central
StatusActive
CoolingCeiling Fan(s)
Size1,896 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1901
ParkingShared Driveway
MLS #CA1034308
FireplaceGas Log, Other

Summary

  • MLS Number: CA1034308
  • MLS Name: RMLSA
  • Office Name: Platinum Key Real Estate, LLC
  • Listing Agent: Sara Varner

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284 Garfield Ave

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Property sales

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$12,000$1,138
2022$9,240$875
2020$8,720$862
2019$8,550$852
2018$8,080$802
2017$7,840$785

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

Steele School

Public District KG-4

0.7 mi

1480 W Main St

5

Silas Willard Elementary School

Public District KG-4

1.2 mi

460 Fifer St

2

Lombard Middle School

Public District 5-6

1.7 mi

1220 E Knox St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $39,844. The most common annual income of people living in Galesburg, IL is between $35k-100k. Most families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

46%
<35k
47%
35k-100k
7%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

42%
Single, No Kids
22%
Single, with Kids
19%
Married, No Kids
17%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

19%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
23%
18-34 yrs old
37%
35-64 yrs old
11%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • Horse RacesHorse Races
  • Extreme SportsExtreme Sports

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Family DollarFamily Dollar
  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • Sam's ClubSam's Club

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • LongHorn SteakhouseLongHorn Steakhouse
  • Church's ChickenChurch's Chicken

What do the neighbors drive?

  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • BuickBuick
  • OldsmobileOldsmobile

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • RockRock
  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
  • Urban Adult ContemporaryUrban Adult Contemporary
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 284 Garfield Ave

This home is located at 284 Garfield Ave in Galesburg, IL and zip code 61401. This 1,896 square foot home was built in 1901. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 7, 2025 and is currently priced at $89,900.

In February 2025 more than 0 listings in Galesburg, IL were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 6 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 19 were sold below. The number of listings in Galesburg, IL decreased by 5.7% between January and February 2025. While the average time on the market in February 2025 was 66 days, the median list price was $100,250.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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