Housing in Galena, IL
Home values, rent, ownership rates, and housing market data
Housing Market Snapshot
Source: Zillow — January 2026Zillow Home Value Index
$300,439
Galena vs Similar Cities
Source: Census ACS / Redfin (2023)Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Galena is highlighted.
Median Home Value
56th%ilemost expensive$199,700show rank
Median Rent
26th%ilemost expensive rent$773show rank
Rent Burden
36th%ilehighest rent burden16.6%show rank
Census Housing Data
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Median Home Value
$199,700
Median Rent
$773
Total Housing Units
1,954
Vacancy Rate
13.4%
Owner Occupied
64.1%
Renter Occupied
35.9%
Median Property Tax
$3,383
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$842
Housing Types
Single Family72.5%
Multi-Family27.5%
Mobile Home0.0%
The median home value in Galena, IL is $199,700. According to Zillow, the home value index for Galena is $300,439. The median rent is $773 per month (Census ACS). About 64.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1938. There are 1,954 total housing units.