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105 S High Street, Galena, IL 61036
$849,999
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Property Description
Miss Murphy's is a beautiful Bed and Breakfast where you can enjoy vintage charm with modern and eclectic luxuries. Located in Galena's historic district, this 7-bedroom/7.5-bathroom 0.5-acre property sits perched on the hill overlooking the river to President Grant's house and downtown Galena. It is a stone's throw from Main Street, where guests can enjoy all Galena offers. Entering, one finds the main foyer with lofted ceilings, beautiful wainscotting, vintage-style wallpaper and fixtures, and the stairwell with a solid wood banister and crown molding. The main floor features the main living room with a gas-burning fireplace, a back parlor with a wet bar, the guest dining area with a gas-burning fireplace, a 4-season sitting room off the dining area with a beautiful marble tile floor, and a half bathroom. Head to the second floor to find four guestrooms with a fireplace and a private bath in each. At the back of the house is a cottage with a fifth bedroom, a fireplace, a kitchenette, a private bath, and a sitting room currently used for additional sleeping space. A sixth bedroom on the second floor is used for the owner's guests and includes a private bath and a 4-season sitting room. Entering the owner's space, you'll find a spacious, bright white kitchen with two gas ranges, an oversized 6-ft refrigerator/freezer, and lots of counter and storage space. This open room also serves as the owner's living room, and it includes a gas fireplace, beautiful built-in cabinets and bookshelves, and crown molding. The owner's bedroom has a large sitting room and a private bathroom. Pass through the half-acre grounds to enjoy multiple sitting areas, gardens, and a corner gazebo (popular for weddings) overlooking Galena. There's also a garden shed and oversized 2-car garage with lots of extra storage. Property is sold furnished (to be transferred on a separate bill of sale) with the exception of a few items.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 105 S High St
General
- Price: $849,999
- Taxes: $10,448 (2022)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- MLS ID: 11911939
- Updated: 2/7/2024
- Added to Site: 236 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Partial
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 8
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Other, Bedroom, Dining Room, Electric, Gas Log
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 8
- Full Bathrooms: 7
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 7
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Historical District
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Ownership: Owned
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 7
- Parking Features: Unassigned, Driveway
- Parking Ownership: Owned
- Parking Type: Garage, Space(s)
- Parking On-Site: Yes
- Garage Description: Garage Door Opener(s)
Location
- Area: Galena
- County: Jo Daviess
- Township: West Galena
- Driving Directions: Head North on High Street from US Highway 20, just west of the Galena River. The property will be on the left toward the end of the street.
School Information
- School District: 120
- Elem School District: 120
- Midd School District: 120
- High School District: 120
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning, Window/Wall Unit - 1
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Electric, Forced Air, Baseboard
Utilities
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Other
- Architectural Style: Other
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Partial
- Square Feet: 3,846
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1890
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.5
- Lot Size Range: .50 to .99 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 152 x 173.5 x 139.5 x 173.5
- Driveway/Sidewalk: Asphalt
- Lot Features: Corner Lot, Fenced Yard, Garden, Views
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1890
- Tax Amount: $10,448.96
- Tax Year: 2022
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 22100568000000
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Schools
Schools serving 105 S High St
School District:Galena Unit School District 120
Rating | Name | Grades | Distance |
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219 Kelly Ln, Galena, IL 61036 | K-4 | 0.7 mi | |
1230 Franklin St, Galena, IL 61036 | 5-8 | 0.9 mi | |
1206 Franklin St, Galena, IL 61036 | 9-12 | 0.8 mi |
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Price & Sales History for 105 S High St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/01/2024
Price Reduced
$849,999
-5.45%
MLS
10/18/2023
Listed
$899,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 105 S High St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2022
$11,103
25%
$118,966
9%
2021
$8,888
—
$109,595
8%
2021
$8,888
5%
$101,750
-1%
2020
$8,457
—
$102,266
-3%
2019
$8,448
-1%
$105,223
3%
2018
$8,501
5%
$102,596
—
2017
$8,132
2%
$102,596
-5%
2016
$7,956
—
$108,153
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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105 S High Street, Galena, IL 61036 (MLS# 11911939) is a Single Family property with 7 bedrooms, 7 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 105 S High Street is currently listed for $849,999 and was received on October 18, 2023. Want to learn more about 105 S High Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Galena? You can browse all Galena real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.