229 E Railroad Ave, Genoa, IL 60135
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OFF MARKET

229 E Railroad Ave
Genoa, IL 60135

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,200 sqft

$222,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 27, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,652/mo*
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$222,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 27, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,652/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,200 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Living Area
1,200 sqft
Price/Sqft
$185

About this House

UNIQUE PROPERTY THAT IS CURRENTLY ZONED LEGAL NON-CONFORMING AS A SINGLE FAMILY HOME, BUT IS ZONED C-I (CITY INDUSTRIAL - LIGHT INDUSTRIAL). PROPERTY CAN CONTINUE IN ITS PRESENT USE AS A SINGLE FAMILY HOME, OR CAN BE TURNED INTO A BUSINESS WITH OUTSIDE STORAGE (LIMITATIONS APPLY). IF PROPERTY WERE TO BE TAKEN DOWN, A COMMERCIAL / INDUSTRIAL BUILDING COULD BE BUILT WITHIN THE ORDINANCE GUIDELINES. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION YOU CAN CALL ALYSSA SEGUSS AT THE CITY OF GENOA. SPACIOUS HOME THAT IS 1,200 SQ FT AND ALL ROOMS ARE VERY NICE SIZE. LOT SIZE IS 50FT X 100FT AND BACKS TO THE RAILROAD. FOR AN OLDER HOME IT IS DECENT REPAIR. "NEWER ITEMS INCLUDE"... ROOF - "BRYANT" GAS F/A FURNACE- 100 AMP CIRCUIT BREAKER PANEL - 40 GAL WATER HEATER! SPACIOUS HOME WITH (3) BEDROOMS, (1) ROOMY AND WELL MAINTAINED BATHROOM WITH 3'X2' LINEN CLOSET, FORMAL LIVING AND DINING ROOMS, SOME 1 1/2" HARDWOOD FLOORS, NICE KITCHEN WITH WHITE CABINETS - VCT VINYL FLOOR - WHITE APPLIANCES - STACKABLE WASHER/DRYER - ACCESS DOOR TO BASEMENT, 9 FOOT CEILINGS, THEROPANE WINDOWS, 27FT X 13FT UNFINISHED BASEMENT WITH NEWER WATER MAIN PLUS A SMALL CELLAR, REAR 16FT X 12FT ENCLOSED PORCH CAN BE FINISHED TO MAKE A NICE 1ST FLOOR FAMILY (BUT NEEDS REPAIRS), WALKING DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN GENOA, CLOSE TO SCHOOLS - STORES - AND MORE! EASY TO SHOW!
229 E Railroad Ave, Genoa, IL 60135 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,200 sqft single-family home. It last sold for $57,500 on Mar 7, 2023. More recently, it was listed as a rental in March 2014 with an asking price of $850 per month. That rental listing was removed on April 27, 2014. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $222,000, with a rent estimate of $1,837/month.

Home Details for 229 E Railroad Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Dining Room, Family Room
Appliances & Utilities
DryerRefrigeratorWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Hardwood, Linoleum Vinyl

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: Vinyl
Parking & Garage
Parking Spaces: 2

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10018 sqft

Price History for 229 E Railroad Ave

DatePriceEventSource
03/07/2023$57,500Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11713355
02/11/2023$69,900PendingRE/MAX International #11713355
02/10/2023$69,900ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11713355
02/06/2023$69,900Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11713355
11/22/2022ListingRemovedMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11631606
09/16/2022$70,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11631606
09/13/2022ListingRemovedMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11397516
08/19/2022$80,000PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11397516
08/03/2022$92,000PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11397516
07/25/2022$99,900PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11397516
07/18/2022$109,000PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11397516
06/30/2022$110,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11397516
06/22/2022$110,000ListingRemovedMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11397516
06/18/2022$110,000PendingToActiveMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11397516
05/13/2022$110,000ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11397516
05/07/2022$110,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11397516
04/27/2014$850ListingRemovedAgent Provided
03/25/2014$850Listed For RentAgent Provided
12/18/2012$800ListingRemovedAgent Provided
12/06/2012$800Listed For RentAgent Provided

Market trends in Genoa

Last updated June 2026
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$2,685
Assessment$108,444
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 229 E Railroad Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
118 N Locust St, Genoa, IL
0.10
Single-Family Home
$67,500
04/10/26
3
2
616
115 Stiles St, Genoa, IL
0.26
Single-Family Home
$160,000
10/03/25
3
1
1,500
138 N Brown St, Genoa, IL
0.13
Single-Family Home
$190,000
02/13/26
2
1
1,027
122 N Stott St, Genoa, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$250,000
05/29/26
3
1.5
1,352
321 Eureka St, Genoa, IL
0.14
Single-Family Home
$178,000
01/20/26
4
1.5
1,450
211 E Main St, Genoa, IL
0.12
Single-Family Home
$167,000
11/14/25
4
1
1,758
244 S Hadsall St, Genoa, IL
0.39
Single-Family Home
$190,000
08/08/25
3
1
912
130 S Stott St, Genoa, IL
0.23
Single-Family Home
$170,000
06/26/26
3
2
920
226 Stiles St, Genoa, IL
0.25
Single-Family Home
$242,000
09/11/25
2
1
941
128 N Hadsall St, Genoa, IL
0.22
Single-Family Home
$229,500
02/25/26
3
1.5
1,450

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Genoa

At least 35 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 97 % Say parking is easy

  • 96 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 87 % Say kids play outside

  • 84 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 82 % Say car is needed

  • 80 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 80 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 76 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 71 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 67 % Say there's wildlife

  • 65 % Say it's quiet

  • 60 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 59 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 57 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 48 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 41 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Hnhill1023
    "Local events happening all the time. Great place to raise a family. Friendly and welcoming community. "
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  • Espanolpeanut
    "It’s very easy to get to and from Genoa. Easy access to Rockford, DeKalb/Sycamore, Elgin, and surrounding small towns. "
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  • Diane K.
    "The neighborhood is friendly, lots of kids and parks in the area. The downtown is small but there are stores within 15mins "
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