$3,859 Closing Credit¹
#CA1035732, Thomas Knapp, Listing Office: RE/MAX Preferred Properties
$450,000 List price
968 N Broad St Galesburg, IL 61401
$5,344
Closing credit¹
3 beds
4 full
2,854 sqft
$158 / sqft
House
Property details
About 968 N Broad St
Imagine all the memories you will make in this breathtaking 3 bedroom 4 bathroom Victorian home. Step right into the majestic foyer where you are immediately welcomed with this home's historic elegance. You are sure to treasure the grand open staircase, intricate detail in the impressive flooring, woodwork and living room ceiling, pocket doors, remarkable lead glass that produces rays of colors with the natural light flowing in, a comforting gas log fireplace, and an arched doorway. With a plethora of main level living space to spread out, this home delivers a pleasant living room, a desired formal dining room, an office/butler's pantry, and a kitchen fit for royalty with an appealing tin ceiling, granite counters, a multitude of cabinets, a wet bar, an island, and a noble window overlooking the deck. The second level is just as exceptional with a large primary bedroom with a walk-in closet and an unbelievable ensuite with garden tub, an expansive dual shower, and 2nd floor laundry, a sunroom, two additional bedrooms one with an attached private bathroom, an attic perfect for storage or the potential to develop additional living space. A full basement complete with a shuffleboard table, a pool table and a bar. Instant hot water, tight insulation, built-in house vac, security system, and a built-in surround system offer peace of mind. The outdoors offer a front porch, composite deck, detached garage with loft and unique Main Steet lamppost. Preapproved buyers only! Call Today
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air, Central
StatusActive
Size2,854 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1896
ParkingDetached
MLS #CA1034633
Garage3 spaces
FireplaceGas Log, Family Room
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Basement: Yes
- Interior: Attic Storage, Bar, Jetted Tub, Wet Bar, Solid Surface Counter, Blinds
- Fireplace: Gas Log, Family Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 3 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached
- Exterior: Deck, Porch
- Architectural Style: Two Story
- Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Central
- List Price: $450,000
- Price/SqFt: $157
- Annual Tax Amount: $8,833
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Level
- Directions: N. Henderson St. to E. Fremont St. to Prairie St. Property on right.
- Year Built: 1896
- Living Area: 2,854 SqFt
- MLS Number: CA1034633
- MLS Name: RMLSA
- Office Name: Platinum Key Real Estate, LLC
- Listing Agent: Marissa Meyer
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 02, 2022 | Home Sold | $310,000 |
| Jan 28, 2009 | Home Sold | $19,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $99,200 | $8,833 |
| 2022 | $59,400 | $5,060 |
| 2020 | $56,030 | $2,497 |
| 2019 | $54,930 | $2,456 |
| 2018 | $54,920 | $2,517 |
| 2017 | $53,320 | $2,447 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Silas Willard Elementary School
Public District KG-4
0.5 mi
•460 Fifer St
5
Steele School
Public District KG-4
1.5 mi
•1480 W Main 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.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $60,326. Typical income of Galesburg, IL residents is between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is married, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
24%
<35k
50%
35k-100k
16%
100k-200k
10%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
35%
Single, No Kids
8%
Single, with Kids
37%
Married, No Kids
20%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
15%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
16%
18-34 yrs old
48%
35-64 yrs old
12%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Horse Races
Hiking/backpacking
Extreme Sports
Where do the neighbors shop?
Stein Mart
Nordstrom Rack
Sam's Club
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
LongHorn Steakhouse
Chipotle
White Castle
What do the neighbors drive?
Buick
Mazda
Oldsmobile
What do the neighbors listen to?
Contemporary Inspirational
Rock
Christian Adult Contemporary
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 968 N Broad St
The listing price of 968 N Broad St property is $450,000.
The property 968 N Broad St is a house located in Galesburg, Illinois, 61401.
Active Listing: 968 N Broad St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 968 N Broad St are: Silas Willard Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Steele School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Lombard Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), 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 $8,833 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on December 2, 2022 for $310,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 968 N Broad St has 3 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
The property 968 N Broad St is 2,854 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 968 N Broad St is 1896.
This home is located at 968 N Broad St in Galesburg, IL and zip code 61401. This 2,854 square foot home was built in 1896. Features: 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 27, 2025 and is currently priced at $450,000.
Over 3 listings were sold over their listed price in April 2025 in Galesburg, IL. In the same period over 17 listings were sold below the listed price and 5 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of homes for sale in Galesburg, IL increased by 2.9% between March and April 2025. 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.