For sale Home

Listed Aug 12, 2026

$615,000 Est. $4,068/mo

208 South 1st Street

  • 2

    Beds

  • 1

    Baths

  • 1,217

    Sq ft

The story

  • Basement

One block from downtown Geneva, this 1842 limestone cottage sits blocks from the Third Street and State Street shops and dining, the Fox River and its trail system, and the Metra. Original hardwood floors run throughout - the living room has a gas fireplace and built-in shelving. The galley kitchen offers butcher block counters, custom solid-wood cabinetry and a farmhouse sink - the full bath features a walk-in tile shower. Two bedrooms with walk-in closets occupy the upper level. A full basement provides laundry and storage, and a detached one-car garage completes the home. The fully fenced rear garden includes mature landscaping, a pergola patio and a fire-pit seating area. Furnace and air conditioning new in 2023, water heater 2022, attic insulation 2023, roof ridge venting 2025. Geneva CUSD 304. Huge potential as an STR

Facts & features

Home type

Home

Year built

1842

Price per sq ft

$505

Parking

1-car garage

Included features

  • Fireplace

    1 fireplace

  • Basement

    Yes

  • Cooling

    Central Air

  • Heating

    Gas, Forced Air

  • Appliances

    Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

  • Roof

    Asphalt

  • Lot Information

    Wooded

  • Water Source

    Public

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

Mortgage calculator

Estimated monthly payment

$4,068 /mo

7% rate · 30-yr fixed · 20% down

  • Principal & interest $3,273
  • Property tax $615
  • Insurance $179

Includes principal, interest, taxes & insurance.

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Listing Broker

eXp Realty - Geneva

Broker Name

eXp Realty - Geneva

Agent

David Richert