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Property Description
Incredible downtown Geneva! Stunning home seamlessly blends historic charm with with today's conveniences and modernizations. Once the home of renowned Geneva Mayor William C. Wood. Highly regarded architect designed a seamless addition resulting in being one of the finer homes located steps from all that Geneva offers. Over 1/3 acre; private & completely fenced. The grounds have been transformed into an oasis with spectacular landscaping including adorable "she shed" offering endless possibilities. 3,100 sf (plus the basement finished space.). Pristine solid hardwood floors on first and second floors, charming staircase and large South Carolina style windows (2007). Cozy first floor Den with French doors. Large family room with custom mantle, marble surround and quartz hearth. Custom built-in nook offers perfect place to hook up your equipment to the whole house in-wall speaker system. Formal dining room for festive gatherings. Recently renovated gourmet sun-filled Kitchen, equipped with high-end SS appliances, custom cabinetry, loads of pantry space, beverage fridge with motion sensor light, island, solid Quartz countertops, waterfall edge. Multi-function extra deep SS sink, RO faucet and oversized triple window over the sink with 12" deep quartz sill. Floor to ceiling marble backsplash, Quartz slab backsplash in cooking zone with designer floating shelf above. Off the kitchen, large laundry mud rm with LG wash tower, space for second full size refrigerator and ample shelving, hooks & cubbies for storage. New lighting throughout the home, additional updates extend to the bathrooms as well. The 8'9" deep foundation offers a lower level rec room area,/yoga, exercise room, loads of storage and still room for more uses such as a second office. Convenient 48"x 24"professional stainless steel dog washing tub. Off the Kitchen is a sunroom (or can be another family room) with North and South exposure with durable porcelain herringbone tile carries down on the stair landings as well. Doors lead outside from the Sunroom to a "garden room" currently used as a small dog let-out with reclaimed road pavers, grassy area and lush arborvitae "fence" surround. Hamptons-style fence surrounds the entire yard, with mature tree canopy, lush greenery, vibrant flora, and huge patio. The lush lawn and charming "She Shed" stands ready to assist in a party situation or extra winter storage or kids club house. This low maintenance outdoor space is both stunning and functional, offering a private retreat. Convenient gas line for the grill. One of the many desired features of this property is its rare extra deep ATTACHED 3-CAR Garage. Practical 4th Garage door opens into the backyard and provides conveniences and party planning opportunities. All 4 Garage doors are MyQ enabled. Convenient "friends and family" side door enters off the Kitchen. Own a piece of Geneva's rich history combined with modern elegance. Walk to everything Geneva has to offer from this prime location. || 2019 1/2 round gutters whole house || 2020 fireplace mantle & architectural details remodel || 2022 kitchen remodel , bathrooms partially updated || 2021 roof replaced || 2022 hot water heaters, whole exterior painted, new maintenance free side porch, new fence || 2023 chimney rebuilt, new sewer liner, new dishwasher, new motorized window shades || 2024 AC unit, new bluestone walk || 2025 and 2024 sumps and battery back up new. All closets have professionally installed organizers. SO MUCH MORE from when owner purchased the home in 2018....Owner is a Licensed Realtor.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 516 Ford St
General
- Sold For: $1,300,000
- Taxes: $18,036 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12415994
- Added to Site: 178 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Open Floorplan, Special Millwork, Pantry, Quartz Counters
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Gas Log, Heatilator
- Appliances: Humidifier
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom Features: Whirlpool, Separate Shower, Double Sink
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Additional Information
- Equipment: Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump, Radon Mitigation System, Multiple Water Heaters
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Commuter Train, Historical District
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Dog Run, Fire Pit, Lighting
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Total Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Parking On-Site: Yes
Location
- Area: Geneva
- County: Kane
- Driving Directions: Rt 38 to Third Street turn North, West on Ford Street.
School Information
- School District: 304
- Midd 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, Electric, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+
Utilities
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Farmhouse
- Construction: Cedar
- Exterior Const.: Cedar
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Egress Window, 8 ft + pour, Full
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Screens, Window Treatments
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 3,100
- Sq. Ft. Source: Appraiser
- Year Built: 2007
- Remodeled/Updated: 2007
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.344
- Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 100 x 150
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Mature Trees
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 2007
- Tax Amount: $18,036
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 1203257003
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Schools
Schools serving 516 Ford St
School District:Geneva Community Unit School District 304
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Williamsburg Elementary School 1812 Williamsburg Avenue, Geneva, IL 60134 | K-5 | 0.9 mi |
Geneva Community High School 416 McKinley Avenue, Geneva, IL 60134 | 9-12 | 0.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 516 Ford St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/28/2025
Sold
$1,300,000
-3.7%
MLS
7/14/2025
Listed
$1,350,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
516 Ford Street, Geneva, IL 60134 (MLS# 12415994) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,300,000 on August 28, 2025. Want to learn more about 516 Ford 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.

