Introduction


  
  Community Information

Population

Total Population 2,674
Population Density 1,560 Persons/Sq. Mile
Female Population 1,394
Male Population 1,280
Median Age 40.4 Years
Percentage Population Change since 1990 96%
Percentage Population Change Since 2000 0%

Colleges

Nearest 2-Year Public College CARL SANDBURG COLLEGE
Distance to CARL SANDBURG COLLEGE 23 Miles
Nearest 4-Year Public College KNOX COLLEGE
Distance to KNOX COLLEGE 23 Miles

Households and Income

Total Number of Households 1,156
Family Households 741
Average Family Size 2.93
Average Household Income $46,383
Median Household Income $41,547
Percentage Income Change Since 1990 96%
Percentage Income Change Since 2000 0%

Crime Rates Compared to National Average

The National Average is designated 1.0 - A value of 2.0 represents twice as much risk while a value of 0.5 represents half as much risk.
Total Crime Risk 0.13
Total Crime Risk (County) 0.28
Personal Crime Risk (County) 0.19
Murder Risk (County) 0.33
Rape Risk (County) 0.22
Robbery Risk 0.06
Assault Risk (County) 0.16
Property Risk (County) 0.44
Burglary Risk (County) 0.43
Larceny Risk (County) 0.73
Motor Vehicle Theft Risk (County) 0.09

Environment

Average July High Temperature 84.9° F
Average January Low Temperature 12.5° F
Annual Precipitation 37.89 inches
Air Pollution Index 83% of National Average

Miscellaneous

Sales Tax Rate 6.25%
Nearest Airport QUAD CITY INTL
Distance to QUAD CITY INTL 32 Miles
Nearest Major Sports Team SWING OF THE QUAD CITY (A)
Distance to SWING OF THE QUAD CITY (A) 37 Miles

  
  School Information
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School NameGradesAddress
GALVA JUNIOR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL7 - 121020 N CENTER AVE, GALVA, IL 61434
GALVA ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 6224 MORGAN RD, GALVA, IL 61434
 
  Neighborhood Establishments

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Type of BusinessNameAddress
BANKSCOMMUNITY STATE BANK300 MAIN ST GALVA, IL 61434
BANKSCOMMUNITY STATE BANK OF GALVA625 SE 2ND ST GALVA, IL 61434
BANKSGALVA BANK112 EXCHANGE ST GALVA, IL 61434
STATE COMMERCIAL BANKSCOMMUNITY STATE BANK OF GALVA625 SE 2ND ST GALVA, IL 61434
CHURCHESASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH302 SE 2ND ST GALVA, IL 61434
CHURCHESFIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF GALVA211 NW 4TH AVE GALVA, IL 61434
CHURCHESFIRST UNITED METHODIST CHR214 NW 2ND AVE GALVA, IL 61434
CHURCHESGALVA CHRISTIAN CHURCH926 SE 2ND ST GALVA, IL 61434
CHURCHESLUTHERAN CHURCH MESSIAH317 SW 3RD ST GALVA, IL 61434
CHURCHESST JOHN'S CATHOLIC CHURCH212 NE 1ST ST GALVA, IL 61434
MUSEUMSGALVA HISTORICAL SOCIETY906 W DIVISION ST GALVA, IL 61434



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 Total SoldMedian PriceAverage Price
614342$66,250$66,250
Displaying 1-8 of 8 in $5-200k range
Built 1981. Beautiful ranch home in a great location! Don't let the square footage fool you, it doesn't include the 13'x24' family room, ADDITIONAL 3 bedrooms (for a total of 6), kitchenette, or 3/4 bath in the finished basement! The living room features a beautiful marble fireplace & large bay window. The master bedroom has its own bath with a separate vanity area. Outside you can entertain on the 16'x24' deck and watch swimmers in your gorgeous 18'x36' in-ground pool which was new in 2006. From the front and rear of this spacious ranch you can watch the horses grazing in their pastures! The current owner is a master gardener and has beautifully landscaped this property. See extra information sheet for more property details including details on property taxes & a complete list of reserved items. Listing agent is related to sellers. Go to www.RobinBlucker.com for additional photos. Legal: To be determined
 
 Galva, IL 61434
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$169,900
Well built brick older home that needs updated. Home is situated on 1.87 acres to be split from larger parcel. There is a 48x56 barn, a 52x24 machine shed, a 26x36 corn crib and a 22x34 shed which could be a 2 car garage. Taxes are approx.
 Box 20 RR 2
 Galva, IL 61434
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$145,000
Built 1900. Don't be fooled by the outside of this 5-BR, 3-bath home. The inside is spacious and tastefully redone with new flooring, cabinets, beautiful ceiling fans and neutral colors. Perfect for fun living, including a LR that has been designed for your big screen TV. Insulation has been put between the 1st and 2nd floor as a sound barrier. The 1st floor BR/Den has a bay window, and the 2nd floor hall area is very alluring with the lustrous chandelier. Newer windows and exterior insulation allow you to guiltlessly enjoy the impressive 9 and 10 ft. ceilings. Washer and dryer hookups are in the bath on the 1st fl. Updated electric/wiring and new c-air; the Lennox furnace and siding are 2 years old. Home has phone, cable and internet connections both upstairs and down. Property includes the empty lot to the north of home which you see when you look out LR window. Go to www.janschoen.com for additional photos. Lot dimensions include the lot to the North. Legal: Pt Lot 4 Sub of S 1/2 SW
 
 Galva, IL 61434
 5 bedrooms view property details > 
 3 bathrooms
$114,900
Built 1970. Gorgeous 3-bedroom, 1-3/4 bath home tastefully decorated and situated on a nice corner lot. Featuring a nice eat-in kitchen, remodeled bath with ceramic tile floor, large family room and 3/4 bath on the lower level. Some newer carpet, furnace and c-air 2 yrs. old, 2-car attached garage plus storage shed. Nice deck off the kitchen and patio off the family room. Shelf in garage can stay. Go to www.peggytossell.com for more photos or call Peg at 309-525-0017 to see.
 
 Galva, IL 61434
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$97,500
Built 1950. No showings until August 1, 2008. Don't miss this charming 3BR home in Galva. Enjoy the large bay window in the dining room (with storage underneath), or relax in front of the fireplace in the spacious LR. The wall of bookcases may be removed at buyer's request. Seller says there may be wood floors under the carpet in LR and DR. Bonus living space in the screened sunroom which is off the LR. There will be a new exterior door and new screening installed before closing. Outdoors, enjoy the spacious oversized back yard with fenced area for kids or pets. The basement features a storm room with reinforced steel and studs and tons of storage on shelves and under the steps. Dead tree in front will be removed. For your private showing, clal Cilla at 309-525-SOLD(7653). More photos at www.cillakoehler.com. Legal: W1/2 S1/2 Lot 2 Sub of S1/2 SW Sec 28 Township 14N Range 4E.
 
 Galva, IL 61434
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$69,900
Built 1908. TMI Warranted. Great starter home in convenient location. Two bedroom, two full baths with large kitchen and first floor laundry, central air, 2 car garage. Updates: C/A 2000, furnace 1999, roof 1996, garage roof 2002, most replacement windows, siding 5 years, water heater 2 years, new duct work. Carpets will be professionally cleaned. Legal: S82 Lot 3 & S82 of W 1/2 Lot 2 Blk 14 Original town city of Galva
 
 Galva, IL 61434
 2 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$49,900
Built 1907. TMI Warranted Home. Spacious eat-in kitchen, plus formal DR. Master bdrm on ML has its own access to bath. Utility room is off the kitchen. Fenced patio area is ideal for the beloved pet. Furnace and c-air new in '01. Portable dishwasher, stove and refrigerator believed in good working order, but are not warranted. Attached one-car garage plus an additional garage and storage shed. Legal: W78 Lot 4 Blk 18 Wileys Add City of Galva.
 
 Galva, IL 61434
 4 bedrooms view property details > 
 1 bathrooms
$39,900
Built 1907. HUD Foreclosure Sale. Case #132-155736. Sold AS IS. Insured Status UI. Home is vacant. No utilities are on. Use HUD key. HUD electronic Auction. Disclosures including lead based paint, property condition report, bidding and procedures go to www.hmbireo.com or call listing office. Cooperating brokers may receive up to 5% commission paid by HUD at closing to HUD Registered Brokers. L/D 2-8-08. Evidence of lead based paint. Property can be purchased with cash or conventional financing; replace kitchen faucets, floor coverings & thermostat. Repair ceiling and walls. Remodeling has been started and never finished. Spacious kitchen with wood cabinets. New first floor bath was started. New stool (water lines not hooked up). Needs the vanity and tub and walls and flooring installed. Second floor bath has no stool and needs work. Living room has wood floors and a nice stained glass window. One second floor bedroom has been gutted. All the rooms are spacious. Needs some work but will
 
 Galva, IL 61434
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$16,100


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