


2045 W Galena AvenueFreeport, IL 61032
Commercial2045 W Galena Avenue Overview
- Time on Site:
- 201 days
- Visits:
- 6
Welcome to 2045 W Galena Ave - a turnkey, historically auto-oriented building sitting on ~0.58 acres in a high-traffic section of Freeport. This facility has served as an automotive restoration shop and muffler/repair business for decades under only two owners (since 1974), making it a rare find with deep roots in the local automotive trade. Updated electrical, including solar system that is owned free and clear to keep overhead low. Radiant overhead heat keeps the shop comfortable all year. Potential Uses Automotive repair, restoration, muffler/exhaust shop, detailing, bodywork, or customization Mechanic or fabrication shop: welding, small-scale metal work, custom fabrication Vehicle storage / winter storage for classic cars, seasonal inventory, or small-fleet parking Light industrial or distribution use, warehousing, or small manufacturing - especially given low overhead costs and existing heavy-duty utilities This Property Stands Out This property represents a rare opportunity: an existing automotive-suited building, on a good size lot, already configured for vehicular access, with updated infrastructure and low operating costs. For a buyer seeking a ready-to-go shop, or someone wanting to start an automotive business without having to retrofit a generic warehouse, 2045 W Galena Ave offers serious time- and cost-savings.Given its size, utilities, and location, this is more than just a building - it's a jump-start to business continuity or new operation with serious upside.
2045 W Galena Avenue Facts & Features
- Type Commercial
Details
General
Income/Expenses
- Other Expense: 0
- Electric Expense: 3600
- Existing Lease Type: Net
- Fuel Expense: 1800
- Gross Income: 0
- Gross Scheduled Income: 0
- Insurance Expense: 4800
- Trash Expense: 1020
- Water Sewer Expense: 960
Building Information
- Year Built: 1974
Business Information
- Current Use: Automotive
Location/Region
- County Or Parish: Stephenson
- MLS Area Major: Freeport
Parking Information
- Parking Ratio: 12
Rent/Lease Information
- Tenant Pays: Taxes, Insurance, Repairs, All Utilities
Tax Information
- Tax Annual Amount: $6,133.78
- Tax Year: 2024
General Information
- Parcel Number: 18132647602100
- Possible Use: Commercial,Office,Retail
- Property Sub Type: Business
- Property Type: Commercial Sale
- Zoning: COMMR
Interior
Building Information
- Office SqFt.: 584
- Other SqFt.: 172
- Retail SqFt.: 1131
- Warehouse SqFt.: 1966
Building Interior
- Building Area Total: 0.58
General Information
- Cooling: None
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, Service - 201 to 600 Amps, Three Phase, 440 Volts
- Flooring: Concrete
- Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
- Stories: 1
Exterior
Lot Information
- Additional Parcels: Yes
- Frontage Type: City Street,Public Road
- Lot Size Dimensions: 100x251x100x251
- Lot Size Square Feet: 25265
- Water Source: Municipal Water
Building Exterior/Construction
- Construction Materials: Brick, Steel Siding
- Roof: Rubber
General Information
- Number Of Units Total: 1
2045 W Galena Avenue Neighborhood
Community
61032 (FREEPORT) Demographics
Schools
School data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc. School ratings are based on a scale of 1-5, with 5 being the highest rating and 1 being the lowest rating.2045 W Galena Avenue Monthly Cost
2045 W Galena Avenue Market Data
Based on the last 30 days in this zip code
2045 W Galena Avenue History
| Date | Value | Agent |
|---|---|---|
| 4/29/2026Source: MRED | Active |
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| 4/24/2026Source: MRED | $319,000 -1.8% |
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| 4/24/2026Source: MRED | Price Change |
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| 12/15/2025Source: MRED | Active |
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| 12/10/2025Source: MRED | December 10, 2025 |












































