Galesburg is a unique family-friendly community in Illinois less than one hour west of Peoria, IL and fifteen 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 is a great resort where you can live year round, but it’s also great for camping, fishing and boating on Spoon Lake, golfing, and other outdoor activities, all only a half hour away from Galesburg.

One of the original stops on the Underground Railroad, Galesburg, Illinois has been a community that cherishes faith since its founding by a Presbyterian minister in the early 1800s. There have been a number of famous people who have lived in the town of Galesburg, including President Ronald Reagan, an NFL player, a congressman, a governor, and even the inventor of the Ferris wheel!

With a population of about 33,000 according to the 2000 Census, Galesburg has the friendliness of a small town along with the services a larger town provides. There are about 17 square miles of land in Galesburg, with plenty available tracts of outlying properties where families can purchase larger Galesburg lots or land and build their own home.

The Galesburg economy has been tied closely to the railroad since a group of local businessmen lobbied for the Chicago-Quincy railroad connection in the mid-1800s. 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.


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