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2 Briarwood Trail

GALENA, IL 61036
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Bed 3

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Bath 3

Bath

SqFt2,048

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Acres1.61

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This comfortable floor plan features a bedroom & bathroom on each of its levels with a Jo Daviess County Guest Accommodation License (JDCGAL) for Short Term Rental (STR - sleeps 8) and offers an open living room, dining area, kitchen with breakfast bar and a double-sided wood burning fireplace visible from all three areas. The main floor also features a bedroom, bathroom, screened in porch and deck overlooking the abundant hardwood trees and adjacent lot included in this wonderful getaway home with an STR. The upper level features a guest bedroom, guest bathroom, and a unique sleeping loft with home office capability (natural gas are available in area but not presently hooked up to home). The lower level has an additional guest bedroom, guest bathroom and generous family area for games (foosball anyone) or relaxation. The family room leads to a lower outdoor patio and wooded bliss. The yard offers a nice play area great for playing catch, frisbee, horseshoes or outdoor games complete with a hot tub and fire ring pit. This turnkey home is being sold furnished with just a few personal items excluded. Upgrades 2021-2023 include new lower-level carpeting, family room furnishings, water softener, all 6 windows in the living room replaced & dining area sliding doors. Please see the attached list of recent upgrades in from late 2023 to late 2025 in the Documents folder. 2 Briarwood Trail is being sold with the adjacent wooded lot (8 Belden School Lane) providing a wonderful woodland buffer for even more peace & privacy. The home is centrally located in The Galena Territory just under 2 miles from the main entrance with Highlands Restaurant, Country Store and The General Golf Course. Or, in the other direction, just a little over a mile to the Owners Club with indoor/outdoor pools, sports courts, fitness center, tennis, pickleball and basketball courts, business center, 24/7 Security and much much more. For the outdoor enthusiasts the Galena Territory also offers, Lake Galena with trophy fishing, Shenandoah Horseback Riding Center, miles & miles of nature trails and some paved asphalt trails too. The annual dues, real estate taxes and acreage size reflect both properties. Currently renting through Vacation Rentals of Galena by A Great Escape & VRBO. Per Seller: Impressive revenues & occupancy with excellent guest reviews. SkeeBall not included, but negotiable. Here's your chance to own a great getaway home with a profitable short-term rental license and the enjoyment of all the amenities The Galena Territory has to offer. Owners Club, fitness center, indoor & outdoor pools, all sorts of sports courts (including pickleball), Lake Galena it's Marina and Lakeside Pavilion, Shenandoah Riding Center, Nature Trails, 24/7 Security and much more!

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Property Type : Residential

Price : $421,500

AD Id : 75276982

MLS Id : 202600715

Beds : 3

Lot Size : 1.61 Acres

Living Area Size : 2,048

Year Built : 1991

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 3

    Bathroom Information

    Full Baths: 3

    Room Information

    Has Basement: Yes Basement: Full
  • Roofing Information

    Shingle
  • Interior Features

    Roof: Shingle Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
  • Heating & Cooling

    Has Heating: Yes Heating: Forced Air, Propane Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: Central Air

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1991 Construction Materials: Wood Siding Private Pool: No Association Fee Frequency: Annually

  • Lot Information

    Lot Size Acres: 1.61 Lot Description: Wooded

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $421500 Original Price: $429000

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 0810308800 Tax Year: 2025 Annual Tax: $5289 Tax Legal Desc: To follow on Deed at Closing

  • Parking Information

    Asphalt
    Homeowners Association Information
    Has Association: Yes HOA: $2,808.00

  • School Information

    Elementary School: River Ridge
    Junior High School: River Ridge
    Senior High School: River Ridge
  • Location Information

    WaterSource: Public
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ByOwner last updated this listing 07/19/2026 @ 10:33

MLS: 202600715 LISTED BY: Peter Brennan, COLDWELL BANKER NETWORK REALTY 815-777-6500 SOURCE: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS

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