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Historic Downtown Redevelopment Office
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$675,000

40 E Simmons Street, Galesburg, IL 61401

Former Galesburg Public Library offers an open upstairs level and partial basement, with rooftop HVAC units installed in 2020.

Property SizeContact for details
Days on Market48

Property Features for 40 E Simmons Street

General Information

Standard status Active
Total Parking Spaces 10
Property subtype Commercial
Zoning B-3

Building Details

Year Built 1961
Construction brick and slate
Listing Agency: CENTURY 21 Tucker Swanson
Listed By: Kori Jensen (kori@kjbroker.com)
Source: Curveyrealestate
Added: Jul 20 Changed: Aug 15 Last Checked: Sep 5 at 8:27AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Formerly the Galesburg Public Library, this historic downtown building at 40 E. Simmons St. features a brick and slate exterior and has been fully emptied, making it ready for redevelopment. The layout includes a large, open upstairs level suited for a variety of commercial concepts, along with a partial basement for storage and back-of-house needs.

The property is located in the Central Business District and is supported by B-3 zoning, which allows a wide range of commercial uses. The building sits amid restaurants, shops, services, public parking, and civic anchors, and is described as being one block from Main Street.

Recent rooftop HVAC units were installed in 2020, providing a systems update to support a redevelopment plan.

Key Highlights

  • Former Galesburg Public Library (1961) at 40 E. Simmons St in the Central Business District.
  • Brick and slate exterior with a large open upstairs level suitable for commercial redevelopment concepts.
  • Partial basement for storage and back‑of‑house needs.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Lincoln's Gettysburg Address ... Tour Operator

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Dental Office (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Daycare Center Florist Butcher

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,033
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 61401, IL

31,169
Population
15,449
Households
2
Avg Household Size
43
Median Age
21%
College-Educated
89%
High-School Grad
122.9 sq mi
ZIP Area
254
Density / Sq Mi
$47,728
Median Household Income
$30,501
Median Earnings
$724
Median Rent
$94,900
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Office in Midwest region

13.7% 2019
15.6% 2020
17.1% 2021
18.9% 2022
21% 2023
22% 2024
21.3% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Office building - Former Galesburg Public Library offers an open upstairs level and partial basement, with rooftop HVAC units installed in 2020.
Where is this office building located?
The property is located at 40 E Simmons Street Galesburg, IL.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $675,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Former Galesburg Public Library (1961) at 40 E. Simmons St in the Central Business District.; Brick and slate exterior with a large open upstairs level suitable for commercial redevelopment concepts.; Partial basement for storage and back‑of‑house needs.
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