528 James St, Geneva, IL 60134
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OFF MARKET

528 James St
Geneva, IL 60134

  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,058 sqft

$584,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 27, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,138/mo*
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$584,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 27, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,138/mo*
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3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,058 sqft

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
1916
Living Area
2,058 sqft
Price/Sqft
$284
Parking
Garage

About this House

Charming 1916 Craftsman Home in Downtown Geneva Nestled on the corner of 6th and James, this beautiful historic home combines the best of classic architecture and modern comfort. Step into the enclosed foyer, complete with a double closet for added convenience. The spacious living room boasts a cozy brick fireplace, 9-foot ceilings, crown molding, built-in shelving, and a stunning bead board ceiling. The formal dining room is a perfect space for entertaining, featuring French doors on both sides, a built-in hutch, and elegant crown molding. The dining room flows into a bright and airy sunroom that is bathed in natural light, offering access to the private backyard deck-ideal for outdoor relaxation or gatherings. The kitchen features sleek St. Charles Cabinetry MFG with built-in organizers and pullouts, under-cabinet lighting, and a sliding glass door leading to the deck for easy access to the outdoors. Half Bathroom right off of kitchen. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms and two full baths. The master bedroom is a true retreat, complete with a vaulted ceiling and two skylights, providing an abundance of natural light and a sense of openness. The full basement offers plenty of storage space, ensuring you have room for all your belongings. Outside, the private yard is complemented by a two-car detached garage. Recent updates include a new air conditioner (2024) and a roof that is approximately 10 years old, offering peace of mind for years to come. This is a premium location, with easy access to downtown Geneva's vibrant shops, restaurants, and attractions! Seller is selling in "as is" condition.
528 James St, Geneva, IL 60134 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,058 sqft single-family home built in 1916. It last sold for $560,000 on Jun 23, 2025 (5% below the $589,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $584,200, with a rent estimate of $4,186/month.

Home Details for 528 James St

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,FullNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Heated Sun Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2058 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, DisposalDishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Wood Burning, Living RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Skylight(s)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
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: DeckFencing: Fenced
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Concrete,On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1916
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: CedarNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1203380001

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $589,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Apr 14 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Geneva
School Information
Elementary School District: 304Jr High / Middle School District: 304High School District: 304

Community

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

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8276.4 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12336148Attic: Full, Unfinished

Additional Information

ParkCurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet PavedSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display
Last check for updates: about 14 hours ago
Listed by Joyce Courtney, ABR,CRS,GRI,SRES, (630) 232-2045
The HomeCourt Real Estate
Bought with: Meg Whitted, (630) 388-8979, Baird & Warner Fox Valley - Geneva
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12336148

Price History for 528 James St

DatePriceEventSource
06/23/2025$560,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12336148
04/14/2025$589,000ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12336148
04/11/2025$589,000PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12336148
04/07/2025$610,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12329747
09/19/2003$377,000Sold
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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
Assessment$548,034
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 528 James St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
32 Anderson Blvd, Geneva, IL
0.26
Single-Family Home
$505,000
10/10/25
4
2.5
2,420
218 S 1st St, Geneva, IL
0.33
Single-Family Home
$640,000
05/29/26
3
1.5
1,702
401 S 1st St, Geneva, IL
0.42
Single-Family Home
$549,900
04/07/26
3
2
1,722
213 S 5th St, Geneva, IL
0.11
Single-Family Home
$1,100,000
12/15/25
4
3
2,676
301 S 1st St, Geneva, IL
0.39
Single-Family Home
$650,000
08/01/25
3
2
1,362
413 Cheever Ave, Geneva, IL
0.42
Single-Family Home
$564,000
02/27/26
3
2.5
1,780
412 Richards St, Geneva, IL
0.43
Single-Family Home
$385,000
03/10/26
3
2
1,535
108 S River Ln, Geneva, IL
0.40
Single-Family Home
$875,000
10/29/25
3
2.5
2,400
718 North St, Geneva, IL
0.44
Single-Family Home
$390,000
04/27/26
3
1.5
1,141
640 Anderson Blvd, Geneva, IL
0.63
Single-Family Home
$615,000
03/26/26
3
2.5
2,648

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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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    "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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    "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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    "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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