608 NW 5th Ave, Galva, IL, 61434
About This Home
Don't let this exterior fool you- this beautifully remodeled 2-bedroom, 1-bath home is larger than it appears! The updated kitchen features oak cabinetry, gorgeous quartz countertops, a convenient breakfast bar, giving plenty of workspace for everyday living & entertaining! The dining area has sliding glass doors for easy access to the backyard & the spacious living room is filled with natural light from the abundance of large windows throughout! Convenient main floor laundry & additional laundry hookups are available in the basement. The full bath, complete w/walk-in shower, is ideally located between both bedrooms. The partially finished basement offers additional living space or recreational space to suit your needs. A whole house Generac generator provides peace of mind year-round, and a 1-car attached garage offers secure & direct access to the home! With all the updates & functional layout, this home is ready for its new owners to move right in & enjoy!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1951
Materials
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
- Construction materials: Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Range,Microwave,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
Bedroom2
- Features: Flooring (Plank)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 11X12
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bonus Room
- Features: Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 176
- Dimensions: 11X16
Dining Room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 9X12
Family Room
- Features: Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 560
- Dimensions: 20X28
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom,1st Floor Full Bath,Replacement Windows,Quartz Counters
- Window features: Replacement Windows
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Finished area below ground: 700
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Natural Gas,Forced Air
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,520
- Total interior livable area: 1,260 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar),Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 165
- Dimensions: 11X15
Living Room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 320
- Dimensions: 16X20
Master Bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Plank)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12X12
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Details
- Parcel number: 2428255007
- Special condition: None
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Features: Level
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Concrete,Attached,Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 1
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
- Strong Wind
- Cold Wave
- Drought
- Hail
- Heat Wave
- Ice Storm
- Lightning
- Tornado
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Illinois Counties
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
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $821 | $9,852 |
| Home Insurance * | $266 | $3,192 |
| Property Taxes | $251 | $3,012 |
| Electricity | $130 | $1,569 |
| Total | $1,468 | $17,616 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Illinois FAIR Plan Programs
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.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-11 | Contingent | $162,500 |
| 2026-07-26 | Price change | $162,500 |
| 2026-06-25 | Listed for sale | $172,500 |
| 2022-07-11 | Sold | $78,000 |
| 2009-08-18 | Sold | $73,000 |
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