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Property Description
Over $60,000,000 of improvements - new hotels, gas stations, shopping malls added to the South part of Dixon within the last few years. This site is right at the entrance to it all! This darkened Pizza Hut, built in 2000, is situated on 1.87 acres at the 2nd street East of S Galena Ave from the Interstate - easy access for those travelers. New Robinson Digital Sign adorns the property as a landmark. The Pizza Hut sign has a height variance of 65' for maximum exposure on I88. Across Galena Avenue is a new Casey's - new hotels (Tru, Fairfield) in the immediate area, along with a 16,000 sq ft YMCA child care center. Over 80 parking spaces in place!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1740 S Galena Ave
General
- Price: $1,500,000
- Taxes: $16,254 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Commercial Service
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12707693
- Updated: 7/17/2026
- Added to Site: 5 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Public Restroom(s)
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Smoke or Fire Protectors
Location
- Area: Dixon / Nelson
- County: Lee
- Township: South Dixon
- Driving Directions: Just off of I88 @ Dixon Rt. #26 exit. Corner of S Galena (Rt #26) & Plaza Dr - 2nd street N of I88.
- Location Details: Corner, In City Limits, High Traffic Area
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Central Building Heat
Utilities
- Water: Municipal Water
- Onsite: Electricity to Site, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Connected
Structural Information
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Square Feet: 4,738
- Current Bldg. Use: Commercial
- Year Built: 2000
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 1.87
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 81,457
- Lot Dimensions: 212.85 x 289.95 x 265 x 142.42 x 168.08 x 44.6
- Frontage: City Street, State Road, Paved
- Zoning: COMMR
Financial Considerations
- For Sale/Rent/Lease: For Sale Only
- Security Deposit: Smoke or Fire Protectors
- Assessment Year: 2000
- Tax Amount: $16,254.94
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 18080915100100
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Schools
Schools serving 1740 S Galena Ave
School District:Dixon Unit School District 170
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Madison School, Dixon, IL 618 Division Street, Dixon, IL 61021 | 4-5 | 0.5 mi |
Washington Elementary School, Dixon, IL 703 East Morgan Street, Dixon, IL 61021 | PK-1 | 2 mi |
Lincoln Elementary School, Dixon, IL 800 4th Avenue, Dixon, IL 61021 | 2-3 | 2.3 mi |
Reagan Middle School 620 Division Street, Dixon, IL 61021 | 6-8 | 0.5 mi |
Dixon High School 300 Lincoln Statue Drive, Dixon, IL 61021 | 9-12 | 1.7 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1740 S Galena Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/16/2026
Listed
$1,500,000
189.58%
MLS
3/10/2023
Sold
$518,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 1740 S Galena Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$16,255
—
$174,929
—
2024
$16,188
-2%
$174,929
—
2021
$16,489
—
$174,929
2%
2021
$16,489
-45%
$171,499
5%
2020
$30,179
2%
$163,333
-47%
2019
$29,506
4%
$307,476
3%
2018
$28,452
—
$298,521
2%
2018
$28,452
3%
$292,668
3%
2017
$27,569
—
$284,143
—
2016
$27,678
4%
$284,143
—
2015
$26,568
—
$284,143
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1740 S Galena Avenue, Dixon, IL 61021 (MLS# 12707693) is a Commercial Service property. 1740 S Galena Avenue is currently listed for $1,500,000 and was received on July 16, 2026. Want to learn more about 1740 S Galena Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Commercial Service real estate for sale in Dixon? You can browse all Dixon real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

