Galesburg Illinois Real Estate

Galesburg is a great family-friendly community in Illinois, less than an hour from Peoria, and only 15 minutes from Dahinda. Galesburg homes are within commuting distance of Peoria, but are also close to wilderness recreational areas such as Oak Run for those who appreciate the great outdoors. Oak Run at Spoon Lake is a popular weekend resort for camping, fishing, boating, and other outdoor activities, and is only half an hour away from Galesburg.

Galesburg is known for being an original stop on the Underground Railroad, and was strongly anti-slavery as a community since it was founded by a Presbyterian minister in the early 1800s. Some rich and/or famous people have lived in Galesburg, including former President Ronald Reagan, a governor of Puerto Rico, an NFL player, and even the inventor of the Ferris wheel!

With a population of 33,000 in the 2000 Census, Galesburg has both the friendliness of a small town and the space of a larger town. There are approximately 17 square miles of land in Galesburg, with plenty of outlying properties where home buyers can purchase larger Galesburg lots or land and build their own family home.

The Galesburg economy has been tied closely to the railroad since its early history, when some local businessmen pushed for a Chicago-Quincy railroad connection. The education system is strong in the town, with Carl Sandburg Community College conveniently located as a great choice for secondary education as the kids get older.

Families will enjoy the many local festivals and events, like the annual model railroad exhibit (one of the largest in the country), the Great Cardboard Boat Regatta, the Annual Rubber Duck Race, the Stearman Fly-in, and much, much more. Because of the diverse economy and real estate market, the area remains a great location for investment in Galesburg real estate.