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Property Description
Welcome to this beautifully maintained and extensively updated home in the highly desirable Derby Line Estates of Genoa, offering approximately 4,000 square feet of finished living space with 6 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and a rare 3.5-car garage, all situated on a spacious .43-acre lot. From the moment you step inside, you're greeted by an inviting open layout filled with natural light and thoughtful design. The formal dining room showcases elegant wainscoting, crown molding, and hardwood flooring, while the formal living room features a stunning gas fireplace and glass tile surround, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The heart of the home is the beautifully updated kitchen, featuring white cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances including a double oven, herringbone tile backsplash, stainless steel vent hood, center island, and hardwood floors, seamlessly connecting to the vaulted family room for effortless everyday living. A highly functional main level also includes a private office, half bath, and a well-equipped mudroom with laundry hook-up, sink, closet, and ceramic tile flooring. Upstairs, the spacious primary master suite offers a true retreat with a tray ceiling and crown molding detail, walk-in closet, and a spa-like ensuite featuring a tile surround shower, whirlpool tub, ceramic tile flooring, and double vanity. Three additional spacious bedrooms, a full bath, and a second laundry option provide exceptional flexibility for today's lifestyle. The fully finished 9-foot-deep pour basement adds approximately 1,200 square feet of additional living space, complete with luxury vinyl flooring, a large recreation room, custom beverage station with butcher block top, game area, two additional bedrooms, and a beautifully designed full bath with stone flooring and tile surround shower. A third laundry hook-up makes this home ideal for large or multi-generational living. Additional highlights include a brick paver driveway and patio, tankless water heater, furnace and A/C (approximately 10 years old), central vacuum system, battery backup sump pump, 200-amp electrical service, professionally painted interiors, custom Levolor blinds, and laundry hook-ups on all three levels. This home has been meticulously maintained and offers the perfect blend of space, upgrades, and functionality, all in a quiet, sought-after neighborhood just minutes from parks, schools, and local amenities.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 617 Whirlaway Dr
General
- Price: $535,000
- Taxes: $10,523 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12610684
- Updated: 4/12/2026
- Added to Site: 8 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Park, Sidewalks, Street Paved
Interior
- Basement: Finished, E
- Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Quartz Counters
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Gas Log
- Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Water Softener Owned, Gas Oven, Range Hood, Humidifier
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Carpet
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Basement Baths: Yes
- Bathroom Features: Whirlpool, Separate Shower, Double Sink
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 6
- Bedrooms(Blw Grade): 2
Additional Information
- Equipment: Water Softener (Owned), Central Vacuum, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump
- Other Features: School Bus Service
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3.5
- Total Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Brick Driveway, Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: Genoa
- County: DeKalb
- Township: Genoa
- Subdivision: Derby Estates
- Driving Directions: Rt 23 To Derby Line Rd to Derby Estates
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
- Architectural Info: Contemporary
- Architectural Style: Contemporary
- Construction: Vinyl Siding, Brick
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding, Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Egress Window, 9 ft + pour, Concrete, Rec/Family Area, Storage Space, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Windows: Drapes
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Carpet
- Square Feet: 4,000
- Sq. Ft. Source: Builder
- Year Built: 2006
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.43
- Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 18731
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Pie Shaped Lot
- Fencing (Description): Partial
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 2006
- Tax Amount: $10,523.06
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 332100024
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Schools
Schools serving 617 Whirlaway Dr
School District:Genoa-Kingston Community Unit School District 424
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Genoa Elementary School 602 East Hill Street, Genoa, IL 60135 | 3-5 | 0.8 mi |
Kingston Elementary School, Kingston, IL PO Box 37, Kingston, IL 60145 | PK-2 | 3.8 mi |
Genoa-Kingston Middle School 941 West Main Street, Genoa, IL 60135 | 6-8 | 1.7 mi |
Genoa-Kingston High School 980 Park Avenue, Genoa, IL 60135 | 9-12 | 2.1 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 617 Whirlaway Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/06/2026
Listed
$535,000
146.54%
MLS
6/01/2015
Sold
$217,000
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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 617 Whirlaway Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$10,523
—
$115,883
-5%
2024
$10,523
1%
$121,507
8%
2023
$10,374
8%
$113,009
12%
2021
$9,600
—
$100,927
1%
2020
$9,638
9%
$99,868
11%
2019
$8,847
3%
$89,579
5%
2018
$8,581
2%
$85,517
4%
2017
$8,381
-1%
$82,157
—
2016
$8,456
-8%
$81,968
2%
2015
$9,175
1%
$80,000
-5%
2014
$9,051
2%
$84,300
—
2013
$8,875
1%
$84,174
-9%
2012
$8,828
—
$92,407
—
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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617 Whirlaway Drive, Genoa, IL 60135 (MLS# 12610684) is a Single Family property with 6 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 617 Whirlaway Drive is currently listed for $535,000 and was received on April 06, 2026. Want to learn more about 617 Whirlaway Drive? 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.

