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205 W Galena Blvd, Aurora, IL, 60506

2beds
2baths
2,520sqft
$430,000
$171price/sqft
$3,339/moest. monthly cost
$133,560/yrincome needed

About This Home

This exceptional property is move-in ready with all the hard work completed, yet still offers plenty of opportunity for you to add your personal touch. Brand new, fully remodeled apartment in the heart of Downtown Aurora. Walking distance to all downtown Aurora's highlights, theatres, restaurants and shopping. High-end finishes and all new, top-of-the-line appliances. This inviting living space offers two spacious bedrooms, with the possibility of a smaller third room to suit your needs, as well as a full bathroom and a convenient dedicated laundry room. Skylights in living room/kitchen area bring in natural light, creating a bright and airy atmosphere that complements the granite countertops, full backsplash and modern fixtures. Sale includes upstairs apartment 1,260 sq ft. and main floor retail space approx 1300 sq ft. Enjoy access to an addition 1,260-square-foot rooftop, perfect for relaxing, watching the cities fireworks show (best seat in the house), or if you have a green thumb a rooftop garden. Sold as is.

Getting Around

88
WalkingVery Walkable
41
TransitSome Transit
81
BikeVery Bikeable

Schools

6/10
6/10
Washington Middle SchoolGrades 6-82.5 mi
4/10
West Aurora High SchoolGrades 9-121.4 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1900

Materials

  • Roof: Composition

Type & Style

  • Home type: Apartment

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Freezer,Garbage disposal,Microwave,Range / Oven,Refrigerator,Washer

Basement

  • Basement: Unfinished

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 1
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1

Features

  • Flooring: Laminate

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: None,Forced air
  • Cooling features: Central

Interior Area

  • Total interior livable area: 2,520 sqft

Property

Features

  • Exterior features: Brick,Cement / Concrete
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: City

Lot

  • Lot size: 1,306 sqft

Parking

  • Parking features: On-street

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveRelatively High
  • Tornado
    TornadoRelatively High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Cold Wave
Tornado
Inland Flooding

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Illinois Counties

Flood

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $2,174$26,088
Home Insurance *$191$2,292
Property Taxes $781$9,372
Electricity $193$2,325
Total$3,339$40,068
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$114,480/yr
40% on housing$100,170/yr
45% on housing$89,040/yr

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Current Policies
Residential: 1,961Commercial: 62
Total Premiums$4.35M
Total Exposure$370.02M

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 11.9%
11.9%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 5.5%
5.5%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -1.0%
-1.0%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$171This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 60506$191
Kane County$213

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 60506$207
Kane County$207

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

No zestimate history available

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-03-03Price change$430,000
2026-01-09Listed for sale$425,000

For Sale by Owner

AgentProperty Owner

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