118 S River Lane, Geneva, IL 60134
Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Star Homes
Listed by: david richert
Office: exp realty - geneva
MLS#:12709685
Source:MLSNI
Price summary
- Price:$655,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$458.68
About this home
One of Geneva's original homes, an 1843 limestone cottage recognized with a Geneva Historical Society plaque, sits two blocks from downtown with partial Fox River views. A comprehensive 2026 renovation touches nearly every surface - full master bathroom gut and remodel - upgraded second bath - electrical updated to code - new furnace, hot water heater and thermostat system (2026) - new kitchen appliances (2026) with quartz counters and hardwood flooring - new second floor carpet and stair runner - fresh paint throughout - new lighting - new landscaping, south fence and paver patio. The original root cellar has been converted into a whiskey room with dedicated gas and water lines, a one-of-a-kind space in a one-of-a-kind home. Walkable to downtown Geneva's shops, dining and Fox River trails. Covered carport plus two-car driveway parking. Also a possible turnkey short-term rental opportunity - furnishings and rental business assets negotiable - income details available on request.
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Home facts
- Year built:1843
- Listing ID #:12709685
- Updated:August 06, 2026 at 10:28 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:2
- Total bathrooms:2
- Full bathrooms:1
- Half bathrooms:1
- Rooms Total:7
- Dining Description:Combined With Living Room
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Living area:1,428 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Asphalt
- Year built:1843
- Building area:1,428 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.11 Acres
- Lot Features:Mature Trees
- Foundation Description:Stone
- Levels:2 Story
Schools
- High school:Geneva Community High School
- Middle school:Geneva Middle School
- Elementary school:Williamsburg Elementary School
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$655,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$458.68
- Tax amount:$9,475 (2025)
Parking
- Total parking spaces:3
- Parking description:Concrete
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