Knox County, Illinois
Galesburg Real Estate and Local Guide
Galesburg is the seat of Knox County and a historic railroad and college town in western Illinois, known as the site of the fifth Lincoln-Douglas debate and the birthplace of Carl Sandburg. Ranked Realty pairs verified local data with the agents who know Galesburg best.
About the area
Living in Galesburg, IL
Birthplace of poet Carl Sandburg and future home of the National Railroad Hall of Fame.
The housing market
Homes in Galesburg
- About 61% of housing units are owner-occupied.
- About 68% of housing units are single-family homes.
- The median home value is about $89,800.
Landmarks and lifestyle
What makes Galesburg home
Carl Sandburg State Historic Site
Birthplace cottage and museum of poet Carl Sandburg
Knox College
Private liberal arts college founded in 1837
Galesburg Historic District
A 496-acre district listed on the National Register of Historic Places
Lake Storey Park
Lakeside recreation area hosting community festivals and events
Lincoln Park
Established city recreation park
Neighborhoods
Galesburg areas to know
Galesburg Historic District
National Register district covering about 496 acres of the city
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Local facts on this page are verified against public sources as part of the AppWT local-data project. Data reflects the most recent available figures.