106 N Dodge St, GALENA, IL 61036

Welcome to the charm of an 1840's historic Federal style brick home with an addition that gives all the comforts of today.  Upon entering the home, you will find a built-in bookcase and new stair treads and spindles on the staircase.  Venturing into the living area are refinished hardwood woods as with all the wood floors throughout the house.  The spacious dining room is enhanced with a built-in china cabinet and elegant light fixture.  The kitchen is all you could dream of with custom made cabinets, plus new lighting under the counters, new granite countertop on the island, with an adjacent pantry with built-in shelving.   Plenty of natural light filters through with the many windows overlooking the back yard, adding to the coziness of the kitchen is the in-floor radiant heat, another plus are all new appliances within the last five years.  Making your way to the second floor you will find a very spacious master bedroom with an exposed brick wall and in-floor radiant heat.  The master bedroom is equipped with several closets and a built in dresser, the many windows give plenty of natural light and a panoramic view.   For your convenience, the washer and dryer are on the second floor for easy access.  The master bathroom has new plumbing and tile in the shower in addition a new cabinet was installed, the bathroom also has in-floor radiant heat.  The second and third bedrooms were reconfigured to add separate closets for each plus new drywall.  One more flight up to the remodeled attic, which could be used as an office or craft room with an entry into a small room perfect for storage.  The house has had ceilings and walls repaired and painted.  All wood trim has also been repaired and painted with high quality oil-based paint.  As we make our way to the lower level, you will find a built-out basement area that added a closet, cabinets and counter.  Large basement area with exposed stone walls and two sizable work benches.  The basement houses a new sump pump, water heater, water softener and a whole house water filtration system.  Exit the basement door to the lovely fenced in backyard with a patio, newly built pergola, retaining wall and fire pit to enjoy the summer evenings or the crisp autumn days.  The house has been tuck pointed and exterior windows painted on the first floor, plus gutter guards on the front and back of the house.  This home is a true treasure located only a few blocks from downtown historic Galena with its many shops, restaurants and attractions.