218 S 1st Street — Geneva, IL 60134
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Geneva, IL 60134

218 S 1st Street

$599,900
3 beds · 2 baths · 1,702 sqft
Listed at $599,900 10 days on market $10,518/yr taxes
01About this home

One lucky buyer will get to own a piece of Geneva's history! This beautifully preserved 1892/1893 home, in the heart of downtown Geneva's historical district, blends timeless character with thoughtful modern updates. Enter the home through the front porch and into the foyer and be amazed with the sun filled living room w/wood burning fireplace. Next to LR is a lovely den/office/ playroom and extra storage room! Go into the large dining room off the remodeled kitchen and entertain all your guests. All newer appliances stay with the home.. This vintage home features 3 bedrooms,1.5 baths, rich beautiful hardwood floors, beautiful original millwork and loads of updates (see under Additional Information). The home offers the charm today's buyers crave without sacrificing comfort. Don't miss the the two incredible 3-season porches-front and rear-creating the perfect spaces for morning coffee, evening wine, and everything in between. Step outside to a lovely deep yard, ideal for entertaining, gardening, or simply enjoying the setting. Additional highlights include a full, dry basement w/door to the outside, an extra large 2-car garage, and meticulous maintenance throughout! All of this just steps from downtown Geneva's shops, dining, and riverfront-an unbeatable lifestyle location. Upgrade list in Additional Information

02Inside the home
03By the numbers
$599,900
List price
1,702
Square feet
3
Bedrooms
1 full / 1 half
Bathrooms
1893
Year built
Lot size
2
Garage spaces
$10,518
Annual taxes
Victorian
Style
10
Days on market
04Features
Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Appliances
RangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryer
Parking
AsphaltGarage Door OpenerGarage OwnedDetachedGarage
Construction
Wood SidingPlaster
Equipment
TV-Cable
Sewer
Public Sewer
05Neighborhood
This home EElementary schoolMMiddle schoolHHigh school
E Elementary school
Williamsburg Elementary School
Geneva, IL
📍1.2 mi🚗3 min🚶29 min
M Middle school
Geneva Middle School
Geneva, IL
📍2.7 mi🚗7 min🚶65 min
H High school
Geneva Community High School
Geneva, IL
📍0.8 mi🚗2 min🚶20 min
  • 1910 750 ft
  • Sergio's Cantina 800 ft
  • Burger and Sushi House (BASH) 800 ft
  • craft urban 850 ft
  • Fiora's 850 ft
  • Bangkok Thai 950 ft
  • Citgo 0.3 mi
  • 7-Eleven 0.4 mi
  • Aldi 0.9 mi
  • 7-Eleven 1.3 mi
  • Citgo 1.3 mi
  • Island Park 0.2 mi
  • Island Park playground 0.2 mi
  • Geneva Garden Club Park 0.3 mi
  • Old Mill Park 0.3 mi
  • River Park 0.4 mi
  • Fourth Street School Park 0.4 mi
  • Geneva Diner 800 ft
  • Graham's 318 1000 ft
  • Starbucks 0.2 mi
  • Hey Sugar 0.2 mi
  • Dunkin' 0.4 mi
  • State Street Diner 0.4 mi
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06History

Every event we have for this address, straight from the MLS.

May 29, 2026
SoldThis listing
$640,000
Apr 15, 2026
Listed for saleThis listing
Baird & Warner Fox Valley - Geneva
$599,900
Sourced from MRED. Older events appear here as our history backfill completes.
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Listed by Baird & Warner Fox Valley - Geneva · Joan Lencioni · 630-200-7509
MLS data provided through MLS GRID · MRED MLS · MLS# MRD12611096
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