Discover your dream home in the charming town of Genoa! This stunning 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom house, complete with a spacious finished basement, is nestled on a peaceful, tree-lined street and offers the perfect blend of style, comfort, and space. This home was totally gutted and remodeled in 2013 resulting in everything is updated. Cozy living room with fireplace, kitchen with granite counters and stainless steel appliances. Two first floor bedrooms (1 currently used as an office) and full bath. Second floor has 3 good size bedrooms, full bath and attic space for great storage. Enjoy the full finished basement with huge rec room, another full bath and storage space. Step into a backyard paradise designed for entertaining and relaxation. The expansive deck, lighted pergola, and built-in firepit with wraparound seating create the ultimate outdoor retreat. A large Rainbow play set provides endless fun, while an oversized shed with a loft and custom garden-featuring trellises, arches, and garden boxes-caters to hobbyists and gardeners alike. There's also a double wide concrete driveway for plenty of parking. The property is adorned with vibrant perennials like hydrangeas, lavender, and even raspberry and serviceberry plants for year-round beauty.
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$305,000
780 Watson Dr, Genoa, IL 60135
5beds
1,555sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1962
9,021 Square Feet Lot
$330,400 Zestimate®
$196/sqft
$2,592 Estimated rent
Home value
$330,400
$264,000 - $416,000
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Tree-lined streetSpacious finished basementLarge rainbow play setCustom gardenVibrant perennialsLighted pergolaExpansive deck
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Listed by:
Valarie Werderitch, CRS,GRI,SFR 815-482-9970,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate,
Casey Voris, CCIM,GRI 815-482-8200,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Bought with:
Erin Bjornson
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12325377
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 5
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X10
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X09
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Second
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X09
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Second
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X12
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Second
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 450 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 30X15
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Pantry-Closet), Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 128 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X08
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X14
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Attic: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Electric, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,380
- Total interior livable area: 1,555 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 825
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Fire Pit
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 9,021 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 80 X 120
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 0329106022
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1962
- Major remodel year: 2013
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Genoa
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $196/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $214,428
- Annual tax amount: $5,735
- Date on market: 4/4/2025
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/16/2025 | Sold | $305,000+1.7%$196/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12325377 Report a problem | ||
| 4/16/2025 | Contingent | $299,900$193/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12325377 Report a problem | ||
| 4/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $299,900+39.5%$193/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12325377 Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/2020 | Sold | $215,000+2.9%$138/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10666098 Report a problem | ||
| 3/18/2020 | Pending sale | $209,000$134/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 New Heritage #10666098 Report a problem | ||
| 3/13/2020 | Listed for sale | $209,000+207.4%$134/sqft |
Source: Century 21 New Heritage - Hampshire #10666098 Report a problem | ||
| 5/25/2012 | Sold | $68,000-45.1%$44/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/31/2011 | Listing removed | $123,900$80/sqft |
Source: isNowListed.com Report a problem | ||
| 12/1/2011 | Listed for sale | $123,900-25.1%$80/sqft |
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| 8/24/2005 | Sold | $165,500$106/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,831 +1.7% | $71,476 +7.5% |
| 2023 | $5,735 -0.4% | $66,477 +3.4% |
| 2022 | $5,760 +6.4% | $64,291 +5.7% |
| 2021 | $5,414 -0.5% | $60,830 +1.1% |
| 2020 | $5,439 +29.7% | $60,192 +29.4% |
| 2019 | $4,195 +12.1% | $46,517 +4.7% |
| 2018 | $3,741 +2.7% | $44,408 +4.1% |
| 2017 | $3,642 -0.9% | $42,663 +0.2% |
| 2016 | $3,674 | $42,565 +2.5% |
| 2015 | -- | $41,543 +8.9% |
| 2014 | -- | $38,142 +13.8% |
| 2013 | -- | $33,503 +27.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $26,333 -42.5% |
| 2011 | -- | $45,801 -7.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $49,319 -7.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $53,167 -0.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $53,355 +2.7% |
| 2007 | -- | $51,946 +8.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $48,064 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60135
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Genoa Elementary SchoolGrades: 3-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 7/10Genoa-Kingston Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 7/10Genoa-Kingston High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Genoa-Kingston High School
- Middle: Genoa-Kingston Middle School
- High: Genoa-Kingston High School
- District: 424
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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