PRIVATE .5 ACRE LOT! Don't miss this move-in ready, 4 bedroom gem ideally situated near vibrant downtown Geneva. Surrounded on three sides by mature tree lines, this home enjoys a rare sense of seclusion & privacy. Rich cherry floors flow through the foyer, kitchen & eating area adding warmth & character. Tucked away off the foyer, the private living room provides a serene space to unwind. As you move through the home, discover a versatile den - ideal for remote work, studying or quiet reflection. The home's former screened porch has been beautifully converted into a sunlit family room, enhanced by expansive Pella windows on both sides. The addition of a sliding door offers seamless access to the patio and the serene, secluded backyard beyond. A wood burning fireplace adds charm to the dining room, which also includes a passthrough to the kitchen for easy entertaining. Conveniently positioned between the kitchen & garage, the laundry room makes daily routines effortless. The 2nd floor includes 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms: an en-suite for the primary bedroom & another serving the additional bedrooms. Just completed, the partially finished basement adds versatility with 2 bonus rooms - ideal for gatherings, play, or flexible use. Recently replaced, the above-grade windows offer improved function & modern appeal. Freshly painted & updated with neutral caret & stylish new light fixtures, this home is ready to welcome its next fortunate owners to sought-after Geneva. Some of the updates completed in the last few months include: Water Heater, garage door, brand new driveway, gutters, buried downspouts, dishwasher, many 6 panel doors, carpet, paint throughout, 5 new windows, recessed lighting, grass seed blanket, refinished cherry floors & Halo-LED home air purification system. The furnace & A/C were replaced in 2013 & the roof was new in 2010. Don't miss the opportunity to witness this beautifully transformed home firsthand.
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$490,000
1936 South St, Geneva, IL 60134
4beds
2,148sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1973
0.5 Acres Lot
$515,000 Zestimate®
$228/sqft
$4,369 Estimated rent
Home value
$515,000
$464,000 - $572,000
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Wood burning fireplacePartially finished basementBonus roomsVersatile denMature tree linesSunlit family roomLaundry room
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Listing courtesy of:
Katie Hemming 630-232-0021,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Bought with:
James Janicke
Hearth & Home Real Estate LLC
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12435341
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X16
Den
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X18
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X16
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Pantry-Closet), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 260 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X26
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X8
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X16
Office
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X14
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 352 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X22
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Partially Finished,Partial
- Attic: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Dining Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,012
- Total interior livable area: 2,148 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 864
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Other, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
Lot
- Size: 0.50 Acres
- Features: Wooded, Rear of Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 1209127007
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Fan-Whole House, Sump Pump, Air Purifier
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1973
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Geneva
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/3/2025 | Sold | $490,000-1.8%$228/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12435341 Report a problem | ||
| 8/15/2025 | Contingent | $499,000$232/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12435341 Report a problem | ||
| 8/13/2025 | Price change | $499,000-2.2%$232/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12435341 Report a problem | ||
| 8/5/2025 | Listed for sale | $510,000+117%$237/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12435341 Report a problem | ||
| 7/13/2000 | Sold | $235,000$109/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10,747 +2% | $141,234 +10% |
| 2023 | $10,534 +5.7% | $128,394 +7.6% |
| 2022 | $9,961 +2.8% | $119,303 +3.9% |
| 2021 | $9,688 +1.1% | $114,869 +1.5% |
| 2020 | $9,585 +9.8% | $113,116 +11.7% |
| 2019 | $8,729 +1.1% | $101,232 +1% |
| 2018 | $8,631 +1% | $100,236 +2.7% |
| 2017 | $8,546 -0.6% | $97,563 +1.4% |
| 2016 | $8,595 | $96,244 +5.2% |
| 2015 | -- | $91,504 |
| 2014 | -- | $91,504 |
| 2013 | -- | $91,504 -4.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $95,786 -8.6% |
| 2011 | -- | $104,797 -2.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $107,679 -1.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $109,208 |
| 2008 | -- | $109,208 +4.7% |
| 2007 | -- | $104,325 +13.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $91,965 +7.3% |
| 2005 | -- | $85,676 +4.9% |
| 2004 | -- | $81,643 +5.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $77,109 +15.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $66,953 +6.4% |
| 2001 | -- | $62,914 +5.2% |
| 2000 | -- | $59,804 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60134
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Western Avenue Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 9/10Geneva Middle School NorthGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 7/10Geneva Community High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Western Avenue Elementary School
- Middle: Geneva Middle School
- High: Geneva Community High School
- District: 304
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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