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1443 E Knox Street, Galesburg, IL 61401.
Don't miss your chance to own a piece of history! Philip Green Wright was an inspirational guide to Carl Sandburg, in the basement is where Sandburg's first work of poems was copied on a printing press! This 6-bedroom 2 bath home is updated and move in ready. The main floor features an enormous living room with a new electric fireplace, an eat-in kitchen, 2 bedrooms filled with an abundance of natural light and a laundry room. Up the beautiful staircase you will find a sitting room, 4 more bedrooms, 3 of them with freshly varnished hardwood floors, 2 with walk in closets, a spacious full bath and a walk-up staircase to the attic for easy storage. Outside offers a 2-car garage, fenced in back yard, a screened in front & back porch, new side deck, mature trees and a front yard plaque describing the influence Mr. Wright had on Sandburg's life. Call and schedule your private showing today!
MLS ID: CA1039961
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| Loan Type | 30 Year Fixed | FHA 30 Year Fixed | 15 Year Fixed |
| Purchase Price | $199,900 | $199,900 | $199,900 |
| Down Payment | $39,980 | $6,997 | $49,975 |
| Monthly Mortgage Amount | $933 | $1,145 | $1,215 |
| Taxes | $278 | $278 | $278 |
| Insurance | $100 | $100 | $100 |
| HOA/Dues/Fees | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Monthly Mortage Insurance | $0 | $88 | $0 |
| Monthly Estimated Total | $1,311 | $1,611 | $1,593 |
Galesburg, IL—home of the Railroad Days Festival and known for its rich American history—is a leisurely town with a population of about 29,000 (2024). The town integrates the celebration of its history into its future with its family-friendly festivals and historical gatherings. Events like the annual Railroad Days show reverence for the community’s past and a dedication to its continued vibrance. Many of the buildings in Galesburg are both on the historic registry and are currently in use. Galesburg has a thriving downtown area with unique restaurants and plenty of historic places to visit. The town also has cultivated a vibrant arts scene resulting in a bustling downtown.
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