702 Richards St, Geneva, IL 60134
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OFF MARKET

702 Richards St
Geneva, IL 60134

  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 475 sqft

$222,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,589/mo*
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$222,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,589/mo*
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1 Bed
1 Bath
475 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School2 Middle Schools1 High School
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Description

Located just a few blocks from Geneva High School and the heart of downtown Geneva! With the potential to create a brand-new residence in a sought-after neighborhood, this property is ideal for investors, builders, or individuals looking to craft their own living space. The existing structure is in a state of disrepair and requires extensive renovation. Given the condition, a tear-down is likely for those looking to maximize the land's potential. Cash offers only will be considered.
702 Richards St, Geneva, IL 60134 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 475 sqft single-family home built in 1902. It last sold for $90,000 on Oct 27, 2023 (28% below the $125,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $222,100, with a rent estimate of $1,280/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 702 Richards St

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,PartialNumber of Rooms: 3Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 475 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Gas & Electric
Electric: Fuses
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Accessibility: No Disability Access
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Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1.5Number of Covered Spaces: 1.5Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1.5Parking: On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1902
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Aluminum SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1203129021

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $125,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sat Oct 21 2023Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

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

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5719 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 11860875Back On Market Date: Thu Sep 07 2023

Additional Information

Source Internet Automated Valuation DisplaySource Internet Consumer CommentSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listed by Robert Kopp, (630) 651-3722
eXp Realty - Geneva
Bought with: David Schonback, (630) 404-7689, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#11860875

Price History for 702 Richards St

DatePriceEventSource
10/27/2023$90,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11860875
10/21/2023$125,000ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11860875
09/27/2023$125,000PendingToActiveMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11860875
09/14/2023$125,000ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11860875
09/08/2023$125,000PendingToActiveMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11860875
09/02/2023$125,000ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11860875
08/15/2023$125,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11860875

Market trends in Geneva

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$513K
$65KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.4%
0.8%MoM
Price per sq ft
$245
$8MoM
Available listings
73
8MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$2,283
Assessment$90,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 702 Richards St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
95 Roosevelt St, St Charles, IL
0.25
Single-Family Home
$435,000
06/10/26
2
1
1,032
707 Richards St, Geneva, IL
0.04
Single-Family Home
$385,000
08/29/25
2
2
833
800 Anderson Blvd, Geneva, IL
0.13
Single-Family Home
$377,900
12/05/25
3
1
1,200
130 Syril Dr, Geneva, IL
0.73
Single-Family Home
$273,000
08/29/25
2
1
528
632 Illinois St, Geneva, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$480,000
04/20/26
3
2
1,470
11 Logan Ave, Geneva, IL
0.51
Single-Family Home
$400,000
06/26/26
2
1
1,000
523 Eklund Ave, Geneva, IL
0.22
Single-Family Home
$367,500
02/19/26
2
2
925
718 North St, Geneva, IL
0.20
Single-Family Home
$390,000
04/27/26
3
1.5
1,141
612 Illinois St, Geneva, IL
0.11
Single-Family Home
$425,000
05/15/26
3
2
1,120
412 Richards St, Geneva, IL
0.21
Single-Family Home
$385,000
03/10/26
3
2
1,535

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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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Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Click here for more information