Genoa IL Real Estate & Homes for Sale

Calling all investors & Equity seekers! Welcome home to this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath townhome offering approximately 1,800 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space in one of Genoa's most iconic neighborhoods. Perfectly situated on a quiet cul-de-sac, this home combines comfort, space, and an unbeatable setting with no rear neighbors and breathtaking views backing directly to what used to be a golf course, creating a truly serene and therapeutic backyard retreat. Step outside onto the full-size deck in the backyard, the perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee, entertain guests, host a barbeque, or simply relax while taking in the tranquil scenery. The neighborhood itself reflects a true pride of ownership, offering beautifully maintained homes, friendly neighbors, and a welcoming, family-oriented atmosphere. Best of all, the HOA takes care of the exterior maintenance, including lawn care and snow removal, allowing you to enjoy a low maintenance lifestyle year-round. Inside, you're greeted by an impressive formal living room immediately to your right featuring soaring ceilings and large arched windows that flood the home with natural light. Directly to your left you have the formal dining room which flows seamlessly into the kitchen, making entertaining effortless. The kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances, recessed lighting, abundant cabinetry, and a charming breakfast nook perfect for casual dining. The dishwasher, microwave, and refrigerator were all replaced in 2021, providing peace of mind. The kitchen opens directly into the inviting main living/family room, where a full brick fireplace serves as the centerpiece for cozy evenings. A conveniently located main floor half bath adds extra functionality for family and guests alike. Downstairs, you'll find a HUGE full unfinished basement - a blank canvas offering endless possibilities. Whether you envision a home theater, fitness room, recreation area, additional bedrooms, or simply incredible storage space, this basement is ready to be transformed to fit your lifestyle. Upstairs, retreat to the huge primary suite, complete with an en-suite bathroom featuring dual vanities and a full soaking tub. Two additional generously sized bedrooms, a full hallway bathroom, and a versatile loft space provide flexible space for a home office, playroom, or reading area. The home has features several major mechanical updates already completed, including a roof that's only 4 years old, a furnace approximately 10 years old, and both the air conditioner and water heater being less than 10 years old, giving you a peace of mind on functionality. The home is also conveniently located near local parks and is less than a 10 min drive from charming downtown Genoa, where you'll enjoy local restaurants, shopping, community events, and small-town charm. An incredible opportunity awaits! Similar homes just down the street have sold for over $300,000, making this property an exceptional value. With just a little cosmetic TLC, this home has the potential to become a true hidden gem, allowing the next owner to build instant equity while customizing it to their own style. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, looking to downsize without sacrificing space, or an investor searching for your next opportunity, this property offers outstanding potential in a highly desirable location. ***PROPERTY IS BEING SOLD AS-IS***. Bring your vision and your offer-opportunities like this don't come around often!

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!

COMPLETED NEW CONSTRUCTION, READY TO MOVE IN! AMAZING, REMINGTON MODEL RANCH HOME WITH A BEAUTIFUL OPEN CONCEPT! Another spectacular project in the desirable Riverbend subdivision! 4 BR, 2 FULL BATH home with stunning features throughout! The kitchen features beautiful white cabinetry, granite countertops, and an island with barstool seating that opens into your dining and great room! Huge mud room/pantry space and laundry off the garage! Vaulted cathedral ceilings in living, dining, and kitchen! This is not your average new build! Durable luxury vinyl plank flooring in the main living spaces. Completely upgraded throughout with amazing materials and neutral finishes throughout! Partial basement is ready for your creative ideas! Fantastic location close to downtown Genoa and less than 10 miles from shopping and dining in Sycamore! Hurry and schedule your showing today!

Spacious and inviting 2-story detached home featuring 2 bedrooms and 2.5 baths w/generous kitchen/dining area, 2 car garage. This well-designed property offers generous living spaces, an open and functional layout and the convenience of a private detached structure. The majority of the lower level has beautiful hardwood flooring transitioning to ceramic tile in a larger kitchen with its own dining area. You'll also find a half bath that is perfect for friends and family. The second floor has new flooring as well as two sizable bedrooms that provide ample comfort. The master bedroom has vaulted ceilings, its own electric fireplace, master bath and private balcony. The second floor also features a full bath and a second-floor laundry area. The exterior features a very small amount of yard space giving owners the little to no yard work. Enjoy the flexibility of a two-story floor plan that creates a distinct separation between living and sleeping areas, making this home ideal for everyday living and entertaining.

Major Price Reduction. Presenting a rare development opportunity in the thriving Genoa-Kingston community. This 54-acre parcel consists of 120 single-family lots with preliminary approval already in place, offering a strong head start for builders or developers looking to expand residential housing in a high-demand area. Key highlights: * 120 single-family lots with preliminary plan approval * Potential for re-planning to accommodate townhomes, duplexes or smaller-lot single-family homes (subject to municipal approvals) * Located within the highly regarded Genoa Kingson School District * Sewer and water are to the site. * Strong demand for a variety of housing options.

MOVE-IN READY, CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED BY GRAINGER home in the 55+ Riverbend Condo Community. Welcome to easy, effortless living in this spacious 1,810 sq. ft. condo. This home offers the perfect blend of comfort, a feeling of safety, and an active lifestyle surrounded by beautiful natural scenery. The location offers a private backyard feel, with established landscaping and a tree line that provides a sense of privacy backing up to the single family community. Meticulously cared for, inside, you'll find a thoughtfully designed floor plan featuring 2 bedrooms, an office, and 2 full bathrooms, with accessibility-minded features that enhance everyday living and visitability. Upgraded options included: French doors to the office, a covered screened-in patio, a closet in the mudroom, a subway tile backsplash, and a custom paint package. You will also find all of the high-end standards you expect from a by Grainger home including, Andersen windows, oversized solid wood trim, crown molding in the main bedroom, 9-foot ceilings, wide 3-foot doorways, lever-style door handles, zero-step entryways, and a large spa-like walk-in shower create a comfortable and functional living environment. The open living space is ideal for relaxing or entertaining, and the home comes fully equipped with appliances, making your move seamless. The chef's kitchen features granite countertops, abundant cabinetry, and a walk-in pantry. One of the standout features is the tandem three-car garage, offering exceptional storage space for vehicles, hobbies, seasonal items, or a golf cart. Genoa is a golf cart-friendly community! Residents enjoy an incredible array of amenities at the community clubhouse, including indoor and outdoor pickleball courts, bocce ball, shuffleboard, a billiards room, and a large clubroom with a kitchenette and coffee bar. A beautiful fireside screened-in patio creates a warm, welcoming setting for social gatherings. The clubhouse also features a fitness room, yoga studio, and a dedicated lifestyle director who organizes events and keeps the fun going! Nature lovers will appreciate the community's peaceful setting, surrounded by forest preserve land with scenic walking and biking trails, along with access to the Kishwaukee River, providing the perfect opportunity to enjoy the outdoors right outside your door. If you're looking for low-maintenance living with resort-style amenities in a welcoming 55+ community, this exceptional condo offers the lifestyle you've been waiting for!

Experience the perfect blend of historic charm and modern convenience in this beautifully maintained 1889 home, ideally situated on a picturesque corner lot just steps from downtown Genoa. Enjoy a walkable lifestyle with easy access to the local coffee shop, winery, library, restaurants, and community events that make small town living so special. Offering more than 2,400 square feet of thoughtfully updated living space, this three story home features 5 spacious bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, a finished attic retreat, and a full basement, providing plenty of room for everyone to gather, relax, and grow. Original oak woodwork throughout showcases the craftsmanship of a bygone era, while each room has been tastefully updated with careful consideration to preserve the home's historic character. Cozy up by the wood burning fireplace, prepare meals in the inviting kitchen featuring Kemper cabinetry, stainless steel appliances and granite countertops, or unwind on the screened three season porch complete with comfortable seating and a porch swing. It is the perfect place to enjoy coffee in the morning and a glass of wine in the evening. The finished attic includes a bedroom, two large closets, and a spacious walk-in shower, creating a private retreat that is ideal for guests, older children, or a home office. The second floor bathroom features a gorgeous clawfoot tub and shower combination that adds to the home's timeless appeal. Outside, you'll find a backyard designed for entertaining with a patio, firepit, and a fully fenced yard with a cedar fence. The oversized 2.5 car garage offers exceptional storage and easily accommodates larger vehicles, bikes, tools, and a snowblower. Additional features include an epoxy coated garage floor, solar panels, and a gravel parking pad behind the garage for extra parking. Recent improvements include brand new lifetime warranty windows throughout the entire home and new Hunter ceiling fans with remotes in every room. The leased solar panels on the garage provide more than enough power for the home throughout the year. Surrounded by mature trees and nestled in a neighborhood full of character, this home offers something increasingly rare: historic architecture, thoughtful updates, and a true sense of community, all within walking distance of downtown. Don't miss your chance to become part of a vibrant, historic small town and make this little slice of heaven your own.

NEW FLOOR PLANS AVAILABLE IN THE RIVERBEND 55+ LIFESTYLE COMMUNITY! The Sunflower is a home that radiates happiness, warmth, and adoration in every corner of its 1,430 square feet. Inside, the space is filled with light and openness, with large windows that let the sunshine pour in. Every room is thoughtfully designed to evoke feelings of joy and affection, from the heart of the home, the kitchen, where meals are prepared with love, to the living spaces that encourage laughter and togetherness. This home is not just a place to live; it's a place to celebrate life, love, and happiness. This home includes the standard features you would expect with a by Grainger home: Andersen windows, oversized base trim and window casings, all brick exterior, quartz countertops, high-end Brakur Custom Cabinetry, crown molding in the main bedroom, and a spa-like walk in shower with teak seat and corner shelves. Riverbend is a 55+ Boutique lifestyle community, with a clubhouse at the heart of the community. The clubhouse is 6,500 sq. ft. and features indoor pickleball, a large clubroom, fitness center/yoga studio, botanical garden, fireside screened in patio, billiards room which features indoor shuffleboard and darts, and a lifestyle coordinator that organizes weekly activities and keeps the fun going! The outdoor space includes pickleball, bocce ball, and two shuffle board courts. Pictures are of a recently built Sunflower home and are for design inspiration only. Some features shown may not be standard.

NEW FLOOR PLANS IN THE RIVERBEND 55+ LIFESTYLE COMMUNITY! Our Bluebell floor plan offers 1,700 sq. ft. of thoughtfully designed living space and embodies the values of humility, gratitude, and constancy. This home showcases many recognizable features consistent with Grainger's tried-and-true design staples while providing a more intimate feel. High-end standard features include Andersen windows, oversized base trim and window casings, an all-brick exterior, quartz countertops, premium Brakur Custom Cabinetry, crown molding in the primary bedroom, and a spa-like walk-in shower with a teak seat and corner shelves. Riverbend is a 55+ lifestyle clubhouse community featuring a 6,500 sq. ft. clubhouse with indoor pickleball, a large clubroom, a fitness center and yoga studio, a fireside screened-in patio, and a billiards room complete with indoor shuffleboard and darts. The outdoor space includes a botanical garden, pickleball, bocce ball, and two shuffle board courts. Plus, a dedicated lifestyle coordinator organizes weekly activities to keep the fun going! Pictures are of a recently built Bluebell home. Images are for design inspiration and may include features that are not standard.

Beautifully maintained 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath home with over three finished levels of living space, situated on more than a half-acre lot with scenic views of the Kishwaukee River. Hardwood floors flow throughout the first floor and continue upstairs into the generously sized bedrooms, many featuring walk-in closets. The spacious en suite primary bedroom offers a large walk-in closet and an updated bath complete with a relaxing jetted tub. The bright and airy floor plan includes a welcoming living room, separate dining room, and an open-concept kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, a peninsula with seating for three, a large pantry, and views into the cozy family room with fireplace. French doors lead to a gorgeous sunroom overlooking the professionally landscaped backyard and patio where you can enjoy peaceful river views. The finished basement adds even more entertaining space, with a wet bar, a full bath with a working urinal, and a pool table with a ping-pong topper that can stay with the home. A fifth bedroom in the basement offers flexibility for guests, office space, or related living. Additional features include abundant storage throughout, an attached heated 3-car garage, roof replaced in 2010, furnace and A/C new in 2015, garage doors and openers replaced in 2017, fresh exterior stain in 2025, and interior paint completed throughout in 2026. A rare combination of space, function, thoughtful updates, and beautiful natural surroundings!

Enjoy Sycamore Community Schools without Sycamore City taxes! If you enjoy the freedom of country living without HOA restriction and fees this home is for you. Located outside of city limits, this 1/2 lot in a county subdivision backs up to open farm land as far as the eye can see. This exceptional ranch home showcases the high-end finishes and meticulous craftsmanship expected in a by Grainger home. No detail has been overlooked, highlighting Grainger quality at every turn. Impeccable millwork is featured throughout, including crown molding, shiplap accents, customized built-ins, oversized window and door casings, and oversized base trim. The home offers a modern farmhouse aesthetic, with the heart of the home centered around a party-perfect, open-concept kitchen. The kitchen features Brakur Custom Cabinetry, a huge quartz island with seating for five, and an extra-deep stainless steel apron sink with a matte black faucet. The adjacent living room is anchored by a stunning stone fireplace. Hard-surface flooring runs throughout the main level, including luxury vinyl plank and ceramic tile in the primary suite. The private owner's suite is a resort-style retreat featuring a walk-in shower, double-sink quartz vanity, soaker tub, and private toilet room. A dedicated home office is located away from the main living areas, providing a quiet and private workspace. The exterior showcases Andersen windows, a natural limestone front, and board-and-batten detailing. The three-car garage is insulated, drywalled, and painted. The unfinished basement includes bright daylight windows, high-efficiency HVAC, water softener hookup, roughed-in plumbing, and insulated exterior. Large stamped concrete patio great for entertaining and relaxing outside. Appliances not included. (Photos are of a previously built by Grainger ranch home and are for illustrative purposes only). Features may vary.

Experience elevated luxury in this stunning custom-designed condo suited for those 55 and better. Every thoughtful detail has been taken care of, just move in and enjoy! As you enter, notice transom windows, French doors that lead into the office, crown molding, and a fireplace feature wall. The kitchen is well appointed with upgraded Barkur custom cabinetry offering many useful details such as a pull-out spice cabinet and drawer inserts. Quartz counters, double ovens, beverage refrigerator, recirculating hot water, and a walk-in pantry are just some of a vast list of notable kitchen amenities. The Primary Retreat is a dream come true with illuminated tray ceiling and picture molding, no detail is spared. Offering a spa-like experience with a soaker tub, massive no-step shower, and a walk-in closet. You'll find a second bedroom and full bathroom tucked away for privacy. Off the main living area is a perfectly sized sun room with massive windows. Beyond that you'll appreciate the screened-in patio with an additional 11x12 uncovered patio. In the 3 car garage you'll see 2 parking spaces and a finished tandem area for storage. Up the stairs you'll find an additional finished space perfect for a rec room, storage, exercise equipment, or studio. Fee includes common insurance, exterior maintenance, lawn care, snow removal, Spectrum internet and streaming, pickleball courts and clubhouse access. See list of upgrades in documents.

84 acres zoned industrial with frontage on State Rt 23 and potential rail access on Canadian National Railway and meets the preliminary site requirements for Canadian National. This site has sanitary sewer, water, storm sewer and natural gas are adjacent to site. There is 865' of frontage on State Rt 23 and access on north side of property off Pearson Dr. The property is located in a State and local enterprise zone with aggressive tax programs available. Ideally located on an all-weather road, the site is approximately 15 to 20 minutes away from I-88, I-39, and I-90 with 30 minute travel time to Rockford Airport and 60 Minutes from Chicago O'Hare International.

NEW FLOOR PLANS WITH PRE-CONSTRUCTION PRICING AVAILABLE IN THE RIVERBEND 55+ LIFESTYLE COMMUNITY! The Prairie Rose is a floor plan where simplicity and strength intertwine seamlessly. This 1,106-square-foot home offers adaptability true to its name, with a large open kitchen, dining, and living area. The Prairie Rose feels expansive yet intimate, providing a sense of peace and stability. This home includes the high-quality standard features you would expect from a By Grainger home: Andersen windows, oversized base trim and window casings, an all-brick exterior, quartz countertops, high-end Brakur Custom Cabinetry, crown molding in the main bedroom, and a spa-like walk-in shower with a teak seat and corner shelves. Riverbend is a 55+ boutique lifestyle community, with the clubhouse at its heart. The 6,500-sq.-ft. clubhouse features indoor pickleball, a large clubroom, a fitness center/yoga studio, a botanical garden, a fireside screened-in patio, and a billiards room with indoor shuffleboard and darts. The clubhouse outdoor space is designed as a vibrant recreation area that encourages both activity and social connection. The outdoor space includes pickleball, bocce ball, and two shuffle board courts. A dedicated lifestyle coordinator organizes weekly activities and keeps the fun going! Appliances not included. (Photos are of a previously built by Grainger Prairie Rose home and are for illustrative purposes only). Standard features may vary.

Step into this charming 3 bedroom home, located in the heart of Genoa. This property was updated in 2021. Features include a main level bedroom, 2 car garage, and a lovely gazebo to expand your outdoor living. Additional storage in basement. Close walk to downtown Genoa, near shops and restaurants. Also near Genoa park and swimming pool.

34.19 acres with excellent development potential on State Hwy 72 on the east side of the city of Genoa. Located adjacent to both commercial and residential. Future Land Use Map is High Density Residential. 2019 IDOT traffic count of 8,100 cars daily. Easy access to I-90 from State Hwy 23 interchange. Canadian Pacific Railway siding tracks on north side of property. Sanitary sewer and city water at property edge. Home and buildings included. Currently Agriculture with class A soils of Danabrook, Elpaso and Barony. Productivity Index of 137. PINs: 03-20-326-001 and 03-20-326-010.