Genoa Real Estate

Genoa Real Estate

Welcome to Genoa, a charming city located in DeKalb County, Illinois. Known for its small-town charm and friendly community, Genoa offers a peaceful and welcoming atmosphere for residents and visitors alike.

Genoa boasts a rich history dating back to the 19th century when it was established as a railroad town. Today, the city retains its historic charm with well-preserved architecture and a strong sense of community pride.

Residents of Genoa enjoy a high quality of life with access to top-rated schools, beautiful parks, and a variety of local shops and restaurants. The city's close-knit community is known for coming together for events and festivals throughout the year, creating a strong sense of belonging for all who call Genoa home.

With its convenient location in DeKalb County, Genoa offers easy access to nearby cities such as Rockford and Chicago, making it a great choice for those who desire a peaceful retreat while still being close to urban amenities.

Whether you're looking to settle down in a friendly community or just passing through, Genoa welcomes you with open arms and a promise of small-town charm that will capture your heart. Come and discover the warmth and beauty of Genoa, Illinois – a place where history meets modern convenience in the heart of DeKalb County.

Newest Listings in Genoa

410 E Main Street, Genoa
$215,000
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 12797403 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
TIMELESS CHARACTER, SOLID CONSTRUCTION & INCREDIBLE POTENTIAL! CLASSIC 2-STORY HOME IN THE HEART OF GENOA ~ BEAUTIFUL STONE EXTERIOR W/EXCEPTIONAL CURB APPEAL ~ SPACIOUS LIVING ROOM FEATURING A STONE FIREPLACE ~ LARGE FAMILY ROOM ADDITION PROVIDES EXTRA LIVING SPACE ~ FORMAL DINING ROOM ~ INVITING FOYER W/ORIGINAL OPEN STAIRCASE ~ HARDWOOD FLOORS THROUGHOUT MUCH OF THE HOME ~ 4 SPACIOUS BEDROOMS W/GENEROUS CLOSET SPACE ~UPDATED FULL BATH ON 2ND LEVEL, UPDATED 1/2 BATH ON MAIN FLOOR ~ FINISHED BASEMENT WITH SECOND FIREPLACE, REC ROOM, LAUNDRY & STORAGE ~ LARGE CORNER LOT ~ ROOFTOP DECK ~ ORIGINAL WOODWORK AND CLASSIC ARCHITECTURAL DETAILS ~ OVERSIZED WINDOWS PROVIDE ABUNDANT NATURAL LIGHT ~ READY FOR YOUR PERSONAL DECORATING IDEAS ~ SOLIDLY BUILT HOME WITH TREMENDOUS OPPORTUNITY TO BUILD EQUITY ~ CONVENIENTLY LOCATED NEAR DOWNTOWN, SCHOOLS, PARKS, SHOPPING & RESTAURANTS ~ RARE OPPORTUNITY TO OWN A HOME FULL OF CHARACTER, CHARM, AND ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES! BRING YOUR VISION AND MAKE THIS CLASSIC GENOA HOME YOUR OWN! SO MANY OPPORTUNITIES WITH THIS ONE!

410 E Main Street, Genoa
203 E 2Nd Street, Genoa
$215,000
3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 12794904 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Welcome to this charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath home featuring a spacious living room with a large picture window that fills the space with natural light. The eat-in kitchen offers plenty of room for everyday meals and gatherings. A full basement provides additional space and is ready for your finishing touches. The home also includes a 1-car garage with a convenient covered entrance. An added bonus is the second parcel, offering endless possibilities-build your dream garage, explore the potential for another home, or simply enjoy the extra-large yard and additional outdoor space. Situated on a corner lot in a convenient location close to the Genoa Park District, this property offers space, potential, and a great opportunity to make it your own! See broker remarks for further details.

203 E 2Nd Street, Genoa
312 S Emmett Street, Genoa
$310,000
2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 12792412 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Welcome home! This well maintained all-brick ranch offers 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and 2,097 square feet of finished living space on an oversized 85 x 150 lot. Two bedrooms are conveniently located on the main level, while the finished basement features a 3rd bedroom with a private ensuite full bath. The spacious eat-in kitchen offers sharp gray cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a newer refrigerator, range, and dishwasher (2024). A generous living room opens to the expansive backyard. Beautiful wood laminate flooring, main level laundry, and abundant storage add to this home's appeal. The impressive attached tandem garage offers space for up to 4 vehicles! Numerous updates includes a new furnace (Nov 2026) A/C (2025), roof (2016), gutters (2025), washer and dryer (2025), and 200-amp electrical service. Enjoy an incredible location just a short walk from downtown Genoa! A solid, well cared for home with plenty of space inside and out. Home is being conveyed as-is.

312 S Emmett Street, Genoa
1017 Joel Lane, Genoa
$410,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 12747713 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
WELCOME TO YOUR STUNNING NEW DREAM HOME! NEW CONSTRUCTION | QUICK CLOSING AVAILABLE! Welcome home to this exceptional new ranch just in time for the Holidays! Offering Quality Craftsmanship, Modern Design, And Upgrades Throughout. Why Spend Money Updating An Older Home When You Can Enjoy The Benefits Of Brand-New Construction With Everything Already Done For You? This thoughtfully designed home features 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, a full basement with bathroom rough-in, and a fully insulated 3-car garage with 8-foot doors, perfect for larger vehicles and trucks. The Open-Concept Layout seamlessly connects the living, dining, and kitchen spaces. The Stunning Kitchen showcases Quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, LED-lit cabinetry, and a large center island. A stylish Electric Fireplace adds warmth, beauty, and character to the main living area. The Private Primary Suite offers a relaxing retreat with a walk-in closet and en-suite bath. The Full Basement provides endless possibilities, whether you envision a recreation room, home office, gym, additional living space, or extra storage. Outside, enjoy a desirable neighborhood close to Parks, the river, walking trails, and convenient tollway access. **Built with Quality and Peace of Mind, this home includes: *- Stainless steel appliances *- Quartz countertops *- Electric fireplace *- Video doorbell *- Sump pump *- New roof, windows, siding, mechanicals, and fixtures!! Fully Insulated 3-Car Garage * Photos shown are from the builder's model homes; some finishes and features may vary in the completed home. **Don't Miss This Opportunity To Own A Beautiful Brand-New Home In One Of Genoa's Most Desirable Communities. ** Schedule Your Showing Today And Discover Everything This Exceptional Home Has to Offer!

1017 Joel Lane, Genoa
12609 Northwood Drive, Genoa
$374,900
3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 12784408 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Wonderful ranch in Genoa's established Watsons Northwood Subdivision - Beautiful mature trees meet you when entering this subdivision - 3 bedrooms with hardwood flooring, remodeled bath - Kitchen with Maple cabinetry, all appliances stay including 2 washers and 2 dryers! Living room with a gas log fireplace for those winter evenings! Family room with lots of windows to enjoy the back yard - Partially finished basement with a game room, downstairs family room with english windows and workshop area. Extra large 2.5 car garage (26x22) for your cars and toys! Beautiful yard, deck off the family room with paver brick patio - New HVAC system in 2022, New sump pump with battery backup, well holding tank, smart thermostat, just a warm, cozy home! Situated on .53 of an acre in the country! Come take a look!

12609 Northwood Drive, Genoa
561 Stearn Drive Unit #561, Genoa
$284,900
1 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 12782944 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ Riverbend BLDG.
LAST PRAIRIE ROSE AT THE 2026 PRICING! Premium location, conveniently close to the clubhouse! 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.

561 Stearn Drive Unit #561, Genoa
564 Stearn Drive Unit #564, Genoa
$414,900
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 12782933 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
LAST BLUEBELL AT THE 2026 PRICING AND A PREMIUM POND LOCATION! Enjoy one of the best locations in the neighborhood with a beautiful pond view and convenient access to the the clubhouse! 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 and outdoor 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.

564 Stearn Drive Unit #564, Genoa
12504 Pine Drive, Genoa
$419,900
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 12731182 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Lovely brick and cedar quad level home located in the popular Pineridge subdivision. Home sits on a beautiful 1 acre lot and is surrounded by mature trees. Enter into the foyer and you will notice the durable and low maintenance wood laminate flooring that flows seamlessly throughout the main level. The formal living room is light and bright with the large front windows and 2 skylights. The vaulted ceiling carries into the dining area that is conveniently located off the Kitchen. The kitchen provides ample counter space, breakfast bar, pantry cabinet with pull out drawers and desk area. Upstairs is the spacious primary bedroom with two closets and private en-suite. The 2 additional bedrooms share the full hall bath with newer counter height vanity and tub/shower combo with glass door. Head on down to the lower level and find a cozy family room with a window ledge and a wood burning fireplace. You will also find the fourth bedroom (or office), laundry area and 1/2 bath on this level. The unfinished 28x24 basement is perfect for storage or could be used as an exercise area, craft room, game room - whatever you need! Sliding glass doors off the dining room lead to the two wooden decks. Original deck is 16x13 and the additional deck is 22x13 - perfect for entertaining or just relaxing on and enjoying the tranquil views of the spacious backyard. Reverse Osmosis system and water softner are owned and included with property.. New Water heater - 2023 - New Furnace & A/C - 2020 - Carpet - 2022. Wood Laminate Flooring -2020. Oversized 2 car garage with 2 exterior exits and 2 electric car charging outlets.

12504 Pine Drive, Genoa
413 W Main Street, Genoa
$425,000
12767923 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Exceptional opportunity to acquire an established, turnkey bar and restaurant in the heart of downtown Genoa! Located along highly traveled Illinois Route 72, Redwoods Sports Bar & Grill offers excellent visibility, an established business location and a fully equipped operation. The inviting interior features a stunning 14-seat custom live-edge wood bar, two bartender stations, a six-tap glycol draft beer system, multiple televisions, a 47-seat dining area and five gaming machines. The commercial kitchen is equipped with a six-burner stove with double oven, flat-top grill, charbroiler, two deep fryers, prep cooler, upright and chest freezers, and two walk-in coolers. Extensive improvements include a complete interior renovation in 2016, encompassing electrical, plumbing and HVAC, along with an exterior remodel. Additional updates include a new five-ton AC unit in 2020 and a refurbished hood system in 2022. Established in 1994, this longstanding downtown business offers an opportunity for an owner-operator or investor seeking an established hospitality location. Sale includes real estate, equipment and supplies, subject to the final inventory and purchase agreement. An opportunity to continue an established operation or bring a new concept to downtown Genoa!

413 W Main Street, Genoa
572 Stearn Drive Unit #572, Genoa
$299,900
1 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 12758561 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ Riverbend BLDG.
PREMIUM LOCATION IN THE RIVERBEND 55+ LIFESTYLE COMMUNITY! Located conveniently close to the clubhouse! 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.

572 Stearn Drive Unit #572, Genoa
101 W Main Street, Genoa
$185,000
12755620 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Unique Investment Opportunity! Don't pass up the chance to snag a mixed-use rental property that cash flows, in the heart of downtown Genoa! This property is currently under construction and is being completely rehabbed. Take advantage of a LOW RENT MULTIPLIER while still under construction. Once rehab is complete, the price will increase. The one bedroom apartment on the second floor has a current lease through April 30, 2027. The commercial space on the first floor has a one-year lease, beginning on 10/1/26. Tenant will be opening a book store. Parking lot for the building is in the rear. You may tour the first floor space with short notice, but 24 hour notice preferred to view the apartment on the second floor. Being sold AS IS. *There are currently no pictures of the commercial space on the first floor, as it is under construction, but showings are welcome! Pictures will be updated as work is completed.

101 W Main Street, Genoa
510 Stearn Drive Unit #510, Genoa
$499,900
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 12747968 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ Riverbend BLDG.
RARE OPPORTUNITY, MOVE-IN READY BASEMENT CONDO IN THE RIVERBEND 55+ COMMUNITY. This beautifully upgraded 2-bedroom, 2 full bath ranch condo also features a private office and the unique addition of a FULL BASEMENT-an exceptional feature in this community! The unfinished basement offers an abundance of additional space for storage or future finishing and includes roughed-in plumbing for even more possibilities. You will find the quality and CRAFTSMANSHIP by Grainger is known for throughout this home, including many upgraded features: beautiful farmhouse-style trim, modern black hardware and LVP flooring throughout the main living areas and office. The open floor plan offers a bright and inviting living space with upgraded finishes throughout. You will love the kitchen featuring quality, high-end white Brakur Custom Cabinetry complemented by modern black hardware for a clean, timeless look. The spacious main bedroom suite features a spa like bathroom with large walk-in, ceramic tile shower, a double vanity, and a huge walk in closet. A second bedroom, additional full bath and separate office provide flexible space for guests, hobbies or working from home. This home also features a tandem three car garage. Enjoy all that Riverbend 55+ Community has to offer, including the clubhouse with pickleball courts indoor and outdoor, large party room with kitchenette, fireside patio, exercise room and billiard room, all surrounded by approximately 350 acres of public open space. Riverbend 55+ community also has a lifestyle director to plan activities and bring the fun! A wonderful combination of quality construction, upgraded finishes, low-maintenance living and the unique benefit of a full basement!

510 Stearn Drive Unit #510, Genoa
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