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Property Description
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
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 208 S 1st St
General
- Price: $675,000
- Taxes: $9,162 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12730864
- Updated: 8/12/2026
- Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Unfinished
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Gas Log
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Additional Information
- Equipment: Cable TV
- Other Features: School Bus Service
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Concrete, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: Geneva
- County: Kane
- Township: Geneva
- Driving Directions: West Side of Route 31 South of Route 38
School Information
- School District: 304
- Elem School District: 304
- Midd School District: 304
- High School District: 304
- Elementary School: Williamsburg Elementary School
- Middle School: Geneva Middle School
- High School: Geneva Community High School
- Private School: Geneva Community High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Traditional
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Construction: Stone
- Exterior Const.: Stone
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Exterior Entry, Full
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
- Square Feet: 1,217
- Sq. Ft. Source: Appraiser
- Year Built: 1842
- Built Before 1978: Yes
- Remodeled/Updated: 2015
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 50 x 130
- Lot Features: Wooded
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1842
- Tax Amount: $9,162
- Tax Year: 2025
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: Home Warranty
- Property ID: 1203457008
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Schools
Schools serving 208 S 1st St
School District:Geneva Community Unit School District 304
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Williamsburg Elementary School 1812 Williamsburg Avenue, Geneva, IL 60134 | K-5 | 1.2 mi |
Geneva Middle School South 1415 Viking Drive, Geneva, IL 60134 | 6-8 | 2.6 mi |
Geneva Middle School North 1357 Viking Drive, Geneva, IL 60134 | 6-8 | 2.6 mi |
Geneva Community High School 416 McKinley Avenue, Geneva, IL 60134 | 9-12 | 0.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 208 S 1st St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/12/2026
Listed
$675,000
73.08%
MLS
4/26/2022
Sold
$390,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 208 S 1st St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$9,162
—
$134,853
8%
2025
$9,162
6%
$124,289
10%
2023
$8,613
19%
$112,990
31%
2022
$7,214
3%
$86,406
4%
2021
$7,016
—
$83,195
2%
2021
$7,016
1%
$81,925
2%
2019
$6,930
1%
$80,373
3%
2017
$6,853
18%
$78,230
1%
2016
$5,791
-6%
$77,173
5%
2015
$6,182
-11%
$73,373
-9%
2018
$6,920
20%
$80,373
14%
2014
$5,783
2%
$70,619
—
2013
$5,665
—
$70,619
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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208 S 1st Street, Geneva, IL 60134 (MLS# 12730864) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 208 S 1st Street is currently listed for $675,000 and was received on August 12, 2026. Want to learn more about 208 S 1st Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Geneva? You can browse all Geneva real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

