Sold299d on marketHistoric · 128 yrs
221 S 2nd St
Geneva, IL, 60134 • 60134 • Kane County
$640,000
$508/sqft
2Beds
1Baths
1,260Sqft
0.13 acLot
1898Built
Property DNA
Cottage Style
Built 1898 · 128 years of history
Outdoor Living
Patio · Porch
2-Car Garage
Asphalt · Garage Door Opener · On Site · Garage Owned · Detached · Garage
Premium Finishes
Granite Counters
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
24 views
People checking out this listing
299 days on market
Established listing
$508/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1898 · Historic
Nestled in the heart of beautiful downtown Geneva, this magazine-worthy 2-bedroom, 1-bath storybook cottage is packed with charm and modern updates! Just steps from shopping, dining and only a 5 minute walk to the train. This home boasts an updated kitchen, built-in bookcases with a cozy window seat, and enchanting architectural details throughout. Relax in the enclosed porch or sip coffee on the quaint side porch overlooking the private, low-maintenance backyard. A rare 2-car garage adds convenience to this picture-perfect retreat. Don't miss this charming gem in an unbeatable location! 5 minute walk to the train.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$3,938/month
Principal & Interest$3,084
Property Tax$640
Insurance$213
Down payment20% ($128,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.04% rate · 30yr fixed · $512,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1898
HeatingNatural Gas, Steam
CoolingCentral Air
Parking2 Garage spaces
Lot5,445 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleCottage
Year built1898
Stories1
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas, Steam
CoolingCentral Air
RoofAsphalt
ConstructionFrame, Wood Siding
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingAsphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Garage2 spaces
BasementUnfinished,Full
Lot5,445 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood60134
Annual tax$7,366
Parcel1203457004
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
12 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
1st Floor Bedroom
1st Floor Full Bath
Built-in Features
Bookcases
High Ceilings
Historic/Period Mlwk
Special Millwork
Granite Counters
Separate Dining Room
Replacement Windows
Workshop
Appliances
Range
Microwave
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Washer
Dryer
Disposal
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating
Natural Gas
Steam
Cooling
Central Air
Laundry
Sink
Windows
Replacement Windows
Window Treatments
Drapes
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Asphalt
Garage Door Opener
On Site
Garage Owned
Detached
Garage
Construction
Frame
Wood Siding
Patio & Porch
Patio
Porch
Community
Curbs
Sidewalks
Street Lights
Street Paved
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Main13×11 ft143 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)Window Treatments (BlindsCurtains/DrapesInsulated Windows)
Bedroom2
Main12×8 ft96 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)Window Treatments (BlindsCurtains/DrapesInsulated Windows)
Bedroom3
Bedroom4
Other
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market299
Est. value$562,500
Est. rent$2,360/mo
Tax rate2.15%
Price/sqft$508
On marketJun 14, 2025
PostedJun 14, 2025
Last sold$640,000
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedJun 16, 2025
Tour days6
Views24
How are the schools in Geneva?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Geneva, IL, 60134
Price history
3 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Jun 13, 2025Sold$640,000$508MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jun 2, 2006Sold$252,000$200Public Record
Jun 8, 1998Sold$144,000$114Public Record
Sold$640,000
Jun 13, 2025•$508/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$252,000
Jun 2, 2006•$200/sqft•Public Record
Sold$144,000
Jun 8, 1998•$114/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 9, 2024$7,366$112,807
Apr 9, 2023$7,101$102,552
Apr 9, 2022$7,455$95,291
Apr 9, 2021$7,232$91,749
Apr 9, 2020$7,147$90,348
Apr 9, 2019$7,125$88,637
Apr 9, 2018$7,115$88,637
Apr 9, 2017$7,032$86,273
Apr 9, 2016$7,600$85,107
Apr 9, 2015—$80,916
Apr 9, 2014—$77,728
Apr 9, 2013—$77,728
Apr 9, 2012—$81,365
Apr 9, 2011—$81,365
Apr 9, 2010—$83,925
Apr 9, 2009—$85,463
Apr 9, 2008—$85,463
Apr 9, 2007—$81,642
Apr 9, 2006—$66,356
Apr 9, 2005—$61,818
Apr 9, 2004—$58,908
Apr 9, 2003—$55,636
Apr 9, 2002—$48,379
Apr 9, 2001—$45,460
Apr 9, 2000—$43,213
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Geneva, IL • Kane County
Nearby cities
AlgonquinAuroraBataviaCarpentersvilleElginGenevaHuntleyMontgomery
Nearby zip codes
6013460147
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