136 S 5th St, Geneva, IL 60134
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OFF MARKET

136 S 5th St
Geneva, IL 60134

  • 4 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 3,472 sqft (on 0.34 acres)

$1,272,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 27, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $8,920/mo*
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$1,272,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 27, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $8,920/mo*
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4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,472 sqft
(on 0.34 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1844
Lot Size
0.34 acres
Living Area
3,472 sqft
Price/Sqft
$366
Parking
Garage
HOA
None

About this House

LIVE YOUR BEST LIFE in this magnificent historic home that feels like new construction! Plus so affordable-the State of Illinois has approved the historic preservation tax freeze for this property which freezes the property taxes (for purchase year prior to re-build/remodel) for 8 years with incremental increases the following 4 years. SO MUCH NEW! All new electric, plumbing, insulation, drywall, kitchen, baths, flooring, zoned HVAC and MUCH MORE! The new interior has been designed to perfection and features gracious room sizes and modern amenities, while maintaining the integrity of this stately historic home. Every aspect of this home has been designed with luxury in mind offering a special blend of historic charm and upscale conveniences. The spacious living room features the home's original fireplace as it's focal point and has space for multiple seating areas and arrangements. The exquisite dining room has a gorgeous chandelier, upscale lighting, two Butler's pantries plus a door to the back yard which is perfect for entertaining family and friends. The new kitchen is equipped with top-end appliances, custom cabinetry, walk-in pantry, an island offering breakfast bar seating plus large windows that fill the room with light. The lavish primary suite offers two walk-in closets and exquisite luxury bath with dual sinks, separate pedestal tub and walk-in shower. Three other spacious bedrooms are on the second floor, one an ensuite with two closets. Other special features include second floor laundry, den with a door to the back yard and mud room with decorative mosaic tile flooring. When you're entertaining guests in the grand dining room or relaxing in the private master suite, you'll appreciate the attention to detail and impeccable craftsmanship. In this home you'll enjoy a level of comfort and convenience that is unparalleled. Whether you're cooking in the kitchen, hosting a dinner party, entertaining family or lounging in the outdoor space, you'll have everything you need to live your best life. Located blocks to downtown Geneva which offers easy access to a variety of shops, fine dining, Metra train, new library, river walking/bike paths and so much more! Sellers are offering a $30,000 window credit at closing. ALSO OF SPECIAL NOTE - this fabulous home is being featured this fall in a national TV show on the Magnolia network.
136 S 5th St, Geneva, IL 60134 is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3,472 sqft single-family home built in 1844. It last sold for $1,100,000 on Sep 19, 2023 (8% below the $1,199,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,272,000, with a rent estimate of $5,347/month.

Home Details for 136 S 5th St

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,FullNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Den, Dining Room, Family Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Mud Room, Pantry, Walk In ClosetWet Bar
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 3472 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Front Controls on Range/Cooktop, Range Hood, Gas Water HeaterDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Upper Level,In UnitWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced Air,ZonedHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,ZonedHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Living RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood
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Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Fencing: Partial, Wood
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Door Opener,On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1844Year Renovated: 2023
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Construction Materials: CedarNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1203380017Model Home Type: HISTORIC

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,199,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sun Aug 20 2023Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Geneva
School Information
Elementary School: Williamsburg Elementary SchoolElementary School District: 304Jr High / Middle School: Geneva Middle SchoolJr High / Middle School District: 304High School: Geneva Community High SchoolHigh School District: 304

Building

Building Details
Builder Model: HISTORIC
Building Area
Building Area: 3472 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.34 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 11831547

Additional Information

ParkCurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet PavedSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display
Last check for updates: about 9 hours ago
Listed by Julie Goodyear, CSC, (630) 781-9028
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with: Julie Goodyear, CSC, (630) 781-9028, @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#11831547

Price History for 136 S 5th St

DatePriceEventSource
09/19/2023$1,100,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11831547
08/20/2023$1,199,000ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11831547
07/14/2023$1,199,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11831547
07/13/2023ListingRemovedMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11788273
06/08/2023$1,225,000PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11788273
05/20/2023$1,289,000PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11788273
04/19/2023$1,429,900Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11707928
11/11/2021$490,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10629247
09/02/2021$539,000PendingRE/MAX International #10629247
07/06/2021$539,000PendingToActiveRE/MAX International #10629247
06/13/2021$539,000PendingRE/MAX International #10629247
03/06/2020$539,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
01/22/2020$550,000Listed For SaleN/A
09/24/2018$499,999ListingRemovedAgent Provided
08/22/2018$499,999PriceChange
Agent Provided
06/25/2018$590,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
02/14/2018$620,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
12/19/2017$640,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/02/2017$660,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
09/01/2017$699,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
05/09/2017$699,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
01/15/2017$750,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
04/19/2016$475,000Sold
N/A
03/14/2016$525,000PendingAgent Provided
03/06/2016$525,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
03/20/2013$400,000Sold
N/A
07/12/2011$545,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided

Market trends in Geneva

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$587K
$73.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
101.2%
1.8%MoM
Price per sq ft
$255
$10MoM
Available listings
82
9MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$11,209
Assessment$918,408
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 136 S 5th St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
213 S 5th St, Geneva, IL
0.06
Single-Family Home
$1,100,000
12/15/25
4
3
2,676
516 Ford St, Geneva, IL
0.33
Single-Family Home
$1,300,000
08/28/25
4
2.5
3,100
405 S 1st St, Geneva, IL
0.38
Single-Family Home
$1,150,000
04/14/26
4
3.5
3,672
127 S 2nd St, Geneva, IL
0.26
Single-Family Home
$1,200,000
05/04/26
4
3.5
2,600
315 S 5th St, Geneva, IL
0.13
Single-Family Home
$1,150,000
10/31/25
7
4.5
5,539
422 S River Ln, Geneva, IL
0.41
Single-Family Home
$1,165,000
04/30/26
3
2.5
2,712
301 Country Club Pl, Geneva, IL
0.50
Single-Family Home
$1,000,000
03/31/26
5
2.5
3,328
1222 James St, Geneva, IL
0.43
Single-Family Home
$875,000
10/10/25
3
3
2,698
747 Cheever Ave, Geneva, IL
0.45
Single-Family Home
$695,000
05/15/26
4
3
2,359
32 Anderson Blvd, Geneva, IL
0.31
Single-Family Home
$505,000
10/10/25
4
2.5
2,420

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What Locals Say about Geneva

At least 172 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 97 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 91 % Say parking is easy

  • 91 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 89 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 88 % Say car is needed

  • 86 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 86 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 81 % Say it's quiet

  • 79 % Say kids play outside

  • 76 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 74 % Say there's wildlife

  • 69 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 64 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 62 % Say there are community events

  • 60 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 43 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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  • Cheyenne Ianno
    "Close to everything you need! Plus there’s a lot of different ways to get to neighboring towns quickly with ease."
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  • CYI
    "It’s safe for your kids to ride their bikes and play outside, there’s tons of history and interesting things to explore, and the schools are great. "
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  • Everett
    "Very friend environment. Very safe. Nothing sketchy about the area. Very nice local places for ice cream, sitting down, and quick bites to eat"
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  • Mlamanna731
    "Community events are going on usually about twice a month, usually downtown and sometimes in other neighborhoods "
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  • Trudypeterson
    "Geneva Schools are 10/10!!! Really enjoy living here ... great place to raise a family... unfortunately it is in Illinois. SO MANY people looking to leave the state! "
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  • Nbieganowski
    "There are nice sidewalks for dog walking. People are very dog friendly. Be careful of coyote at night in wooded areas."
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  • Darjcar
    "Neighbors watch each other and care a lot. Very friendly and safe. Lots of kids having fun. Close to the hospital, shopping and train station. Lots of great restaurants in Geneva, walk the town and here great live music. Best town around! "
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  • Elizabeth S.
    "Friendly neighbors, close shopping and dining, great historical downtown. Plenty of good schools and sports. "
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  • Elizabeth S.
    "Many people have them and most are really well behaved. Most people with dogs are really friendly and nearly everyone picks up after bathroom stops. "
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  • Cathy R.
    "I’m walking distance to restaurants on 3rd street, bike path, train station and river. Farmers Market is in my backyard. "
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  • Trudypeterson
    "Geneva is a wonderful place to raise a family. The schools are great… It’s a beautiful town with lots of parks and shopping and places to eat. It is close to Chicago and the countryside ❤️"
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  • Swimmom300
    "We have two grocery stores within three minutes of the house, we live right by the Geneva Commens, and to get downtown Geneva if you want probably 10 minutes if you ride your bicycle five minutes."
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  • Melrose518
    "This is a very friendly neighborhood. Homes in general are kept up well.. There is a definite sense of community in our particular subdivision. Neighbors are always helping one another""
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  • Paulcruby
    "I am.retired and do not have a commute. The Metra train is a convenient way to get into Chicago. Buses are also convenient for getting around locally. Geneva is also close to major highways that go into the city. Overall Geneva is in a good location with several options for commuting."
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  • Dmdrab
    "Not so conjested like other areas of DuPage County, yet still feels connected as part of the Chicago western suburbs. No problem finding good schools, great doctors/specialists, and most people Seem Genuinely friendly."
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  • Shauna B.
    "It’s always been very kid and family friendly! The Pepper Valley Pool and playground are an added perk to becoming a part of our community. "
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  • Abbey L.
    "Block parties, down town Geneva seasonal events and other really awesome things through the park district "
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  • Genevagirl
    "Easy and convenient. Clean character station, always get a seat! Locally, everything is 5 to 10 minutes away"
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  • Elizstahl
    "Easy to get around. I only work about 15 minutes away, so the commute is easy. But we have the train station here in Geneva, so you can get downtown easily. "
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  • Geneva Fan
    "Geneva is a delightful, pretty, very special place. Safe and friendly, it beautifully combines small town convenience with easy access to big city amenities when you wish. It is a privilege to live here."
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  • mjwryaya
    "I believe everything about geneva is terrible. so even the commute is terrible. hate it here. commute is always long and people don’t know how to drive. "
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  • Kmo7559
    "Safe area to live for children of all ages. Plenty of parks Always plenty of people outside No problem with asking next door for help. "
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  • Drkim
    "Paths all around neighborhood always being used. Tons of people out walking their dogs. Geneva Commons has a lot of dog friendly stores"
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  • Drkim
    "Tons of kids in my neighborhood of Fisher Farms. Beautiful trails. Schools are great. Tons of great restaurants. Lots of shopping available. Fox River is beautiful. We go kayaking on it. Very clean. Wonderful festivals. "
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  • Janna B.
    "Christmas Walk, Holiday house tour, Wine Fest, live music, great food and shopping, farmers market, train to city"
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  • Ejournell
    "It is near an Elementary school that kids can walk to and people walk and jog and walk their dogs regularly here. It also is a mature neighborhood with nice big trees. "
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  • Carriep1211
    "Great Community to raise a Family ! Beautiful Parks, Great Schools and especially love The downtown area! "
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  • Marsha Engle
    "Walk to Island Park for movies in the summer. Fast walk to train, forest preserve, festivals, shops. Everyone is very friendly. In fact, all of Geneva is lovely."
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  • MattH
    "One of the nicest suburbs to live in. Good schools and churches. Clean yards, nice people, and Geneva has great festivals."
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  • Nicbernas
    "Christmas Walk Home Tours Swedish Days Festival of the Vine A Bunch of Park District Events North Mill Creek neighborhood events "
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  • Danielle S.
    "I've grown up here and I love it. Everybody is so nice and you can always feel safe. People walk dogs and exercise early in the morning, and during the summer there are plenty of pools around fo you to take your kids to. It's a great place to raise your kids, take it from one, it's great here."
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  • Geo
    "Lots of parks are close. As well as many dog parks in the surrounding cities. Everyone enjoys meeting friendly dogs on 3rd street. Just be conscientious and pick up after your pup!"
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