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440 Franklin Ave, Galesburg, IL 61401 — Sold $56,000 by Thomas L Knapp
440 Franklin Ave, Galesburg, IL 61401
Another pre-probate listing closed by Thomas L Knapp in Knox County, IL. Good work.
440 Franklin Ave, Galesburg, IL 61401
Final sold price
SOLD$56,000
What sold at 440 Franklin Ave, and for how much?
440 Franklin Ave, Galesburg, IL 61401 sold for $56,000 on May 21, 2026. The listing was handled by Thomas L Knapp of RE/MAX Preferred Properties. The property is a residential, 1 bath, 720 sq ft, built in 1910. LeadCruncher tracks it as a pre-probate lead sourced from county death, estate and successor filings in Knox County.
Sale record at a glance
| Address | 440 Franklin Ave, Galesburg, IL 61401 |
|---|---|
| Sold price | $56,000 |
| Sold date | |
| Property type | Residential |
| Beds / baths | 1 bath |
| Building area | 720 sq ft |
| Year built | 1910 |
| County | Knox County, IL |
| Listing agent | Thomas L Knapp, RE/MAX Preferred Properties |
| APN | 99-09-401-030 |
| MLS # | CA1042549 |
What is a pre-probate lead?
A pre-probate lead is a property whose owner has recently passed away but whose estate has not yet been filed with the probate court. LeadCruncher identifies these homes in Knox County, Illinois from county death and estate records, so agents can reach heirs before the property hits the MLS.
Recently Sold Pre-Probate Property: 440 Franklin Ave, Galesburg IL 61401
Property profile
- Address
- 440 Franklin Ave
- City / state / ZIP
- Galesburg, IL, 61401
- County
- Knox County
- Property type
- Residential
- Land use
- Single Family Residential
- Beds / baths
- 1 bath
- Year built
- 1910
- APN
- 99-09-401-030
Mailing address
440 Franklin Ave, Galesburg, IL 61401
Ownership & pre-probate
- Successor owner
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- Current owner
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- Date of passing
- 02/17/2026
- Assessed value
- $26,550
- MLS #
- CA1042549
Numbers from this sale
A few quick comparisons we run from the recorded numbers so you can see how this sale stacks up.
- Sold price per sq ft$78Calculated from a 720 sq ft building and $56,000 sold price.
- Sold vs. assessed value211%Sold price was 211% of the $26,550 county-assessed value.
- Days from passing to sale93Time elapsed from the recorded date of passing to the sale closing date.
- Building-to-lot ratio5%Building footprint covers about 5% of the 13,455 sq ft lot.
About this pre-probate sale
Thomas L Knapp of RE/MAX Preferred Properties listed 440 Franklin Ave, Galesburg IL 61401 for the successors and Western Illinois Realty LLC brought the buyer to the table. Pre-probate listings ask for patience, and that's what these two delivered. The home closed at $56,000. These are the kind of closes that build a reputation. LeadCruncher is here to help you find the next one.
- Thomas L Knapp, RE/MAX Preferred Properties
- Western Illinois Realty LLC
Frequently asked about this sale
How much did 440 Franklin Ave, Galesburg, IL 61401 sell for?
440 Franklin Ave, Galesburg, IL 61401 sold for $56,000 on 05/21/2026.
When did 440 Franklin Ave, Galesburg, IL 61401 sell?
The transfer of 440 Franklin Ave, Galesburg, IL 61401 was recorded on in Knox County, IL.
Who sold 440 Franklin Ave, Galesburg, IL 61401?
440 Franklin Ave, Galesburg, IL 61401 was listed by Thomas L Knapp, RE/MAX Preferred Properties.
Who represented the buyer of 440 Franklin Ave, Galesburg, IL 61401?
The buyer of 440 Franklin Ave, Galesburg, IL 61401 was represented by Western Illinois Realty LLC.
What kind of property is 440 Franklin Ave, Galesburg, IL 61401?
440 Franklin Ave, Galesburg, IL 61401 is recorded as Residential. Its land-use classification is Single Family Residential. The record lists 1 bath. It was built in 1910.
How can I find more pre-probate leads near Galesburg?
LeadCruncher tracks pre-probate (also called inheritance or successor) leads across Knox County and nationwide. Each lead is identified from county death and estate records, giving you the chance to reach heirs before the property goes on the market. Use the Find Similar Leads button above to filter by IL and start with the freshest records.
What is a pre-probate lead?
A pre-probate lead is a property whose owner has recently passed away but whose estate has not yet been filed with the probate court. LeadCruncher identifies these homes in Knox County, Illinois from county death and estate records, so agents can reach heirs before the property hits the MLS.
Public records and inheritance references
These references cover both halves of a pre-probate sale: where the Knox County, Illinois record lives, and what legally has to happen before it can be sold.
- Public Records Online Directory
County-by-county directory of recorder, assessor, and tax collector offices across all 50 states. Useful for pulling the original deed or recorded sale.
- How heirs inherit property — Cornell Law
Overview of probate and how heirs or beneficiaries gain the legal authority to sell inherited real estate — the process behind most pre-probate leads.
- Intestate succession explained — Cornell Law
What happens when an owner dies without a will and property passes to next of kin by law — the most common pre-probate scenario.
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