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  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 2,020 Sq. Ft.
  • 1 Car Garage
  • Updated 1 day ago
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Charming home located in the heart of Genoa! This very unique and hard to find 3-bedroom, 1-bath property has a total of 1.55 Acres and offers a perfect blend of small-town comfort and everyday convenience. Situated on Central Ave, you'll enjoy easy access to local parks, schools, and downtown amenities. Inside, you'll find a welcoming layout filled with natural light, including a spacious family room highlighted by a cozy gas fireplace-perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Home was a complete rehab in 2016 to include updated electric, plumbing, windows, roof and more. Sunroom could be used for an office as it has direct access to the backyard! This beautiful home sits on approximately 1/2 acre with an additional 1.09 acres to be used as your backyard sanctuary! Yard has a storage shed, fire pit and a deck with bench seating perfect for relaxing gatherings. Nothing to do but move in an enjoy this great home!

Full Property Details for 221 Central Ave

General

  • Price: $385,900
  • Taxes: $7,359 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MRED
  • MLS ID: 12638758
  • Updated: 5/6/2026
  • Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Basement: None
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): Family Room
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Attached garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage

Location

  • Area: Genoa
  • County: DeKalb
  • Township: Genoa
  • Driving Directions: Main Street, South on Locust Street, East on Central Avenue to home.

School Information

  • School District: 424
  • Elem School District: 424
  • Midd School District: 424
  • High School District: 424

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

  • Construction: Vinyl Siding, Brick
  • Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding, Brick
  • Basement Desc.: None
  • Square Feet: 2,020
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Remodeled/Updated: 2016

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 1.55
  • Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 154.8 x 138.5 x 148.5 x 131.20

Financial Considerations

  • Parking Included: Yes
  • Tax Amount: $7,359.72
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Pays Sewer: Public Sewer

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Property ID: 330226011

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Schools serving 221 Central Ave

School District:Genoa-Kingston Community Unit School District 424
NameGradesDistance
Genoa Elementary School
602 East Hill Street, Genoa, IL 60135
3-50.4 mi
Kingston Elementary School, Kingston, IL
PO Box 37, Kingston, IL 60145
PK-23.3 mi
Genoa-Kingston Middle School
941 West Main Street, Genoa, IL 60135
6-80.8 mi
Genoa-Kingston High School
980 Park Avenue, Genoa, IL 60135
9-121.5 mi
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Details
Price
Change
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5/06/2026
Listed
$385,900
852.84%
MLS
9/16/2014
Sold
$40,500
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Tax History for 221 Central Ave

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$6,932
—
$87,397
12%
2024
$6,932
1%
$77,833
8%
2023
$6,865
15%
$72,390
20%
2021
$5,974
69%
$60,503
71%
2020
$3,541
3%
$35,283
6%
2019
$3,438
3%
$33,207
5%
2018
$3,343
2%
$31,701
4%
2017
$3,277
-1%
$30,456
—
2016
$3,307
54%
$30,386
59%
2015
$2,141
1%
$19,061
2%
2014
$2,122
2%
$18,735
—
2013
$2,082
-28%
$18,707
-35%
2012
$2,879
—
$28,794
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221 Central Avenue, Genoa, IL 60135 (MLS# 12638758) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 221 Central Avenue is currently listed for $385,900 and was received on May 06, 2026. Want to learn more about 221 Central Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Genoa? You can browse all Genoa real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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