Genoa Homes for Sale

Welcome to Genoa, a charming city located in DeKalb County, Illinois. This picturesque town offers a perfect blend of small-town charm and modern conveniences, making it an ideal place to call home.

Genoa is known for its friendly community, excellent schools, and beautiful parks, making it a great place for families and individuals alike. With a rich history and a strong sense of community, Genoa is a place where neighbors become friends, and every corner has a story to tell.

If you are looking to make Genoa your home, you will find a variety of homes for sale to suit your needs. From cozy single-family homes to spacious estates, there is something for everyone in Genoa. Whether you are a first-time homebuyer or looking to upgrade to your dream home, Genoa has options to fit every budget and lifestyle.

Don't miss the opportunity to explore the homes for sale in Genoa and discover the perfect place to put down roots. With its friendly community, top-rated schools, and beautiful surroundings, Genoa is more than just a place to live – it's a place to thrive.

Newest Genoa Homes for Sale

$419,000

5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 12748176 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Experience the perfect blend of historic charm and modern convenience in this beautifully maintained 1889 home, ideally situated on a picturesque corner lot just steps from downtown Genoa. Enjoy a walkable lifestyle with easy access to the local coffee shop, winery, library, restaurants, and community events that make small town living so special. Offering more than 2,400 square feet of thoughtfully updated living space, this three story home features 5 spacious bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, a finished attic retreat, and a full basement, providing plenty of room for everyone to gather, relax, and grow. Original oak woodwork throughout showcases the craftsmanship of a bygone era, while each room has been tastefully updated with careful consideration to preserve the home's historic character. Cozy up by the wood burning fireplace, prepare meals in the inviting kitchen featuring Kemper cabinetry, stainless steel appliances and granite countertops, or unwind on the screened three season porch complete with comfortable seating and a porch swing. It is the perfect place to enjoy coffee in the morning and a glass of wine in the evening. The finished attic includes a bedroom, two large closets, and a spacious walk-in shower, creating a private retreat that is ideal for guests, older children, or a home office. The second floor bathroom features a gorgeous clawfoot tub and shower combination that adds to the home's timeless appeal. Outside, you'll find a backyard designed for entertaining with a patio, firepit, and a fully fenced yard with a cedar fence. The oversized 2.5 car garage offers exceptional storage and easily accommodates larger vehicles, bikes, tools, and a snowblower. Additional features include an epoxy coated garage floor, solar panels, and a gravel parking pad behind the garage for extra parking. Recent improvements include brand new lifetime warranty windows throughout the entire home and new Hunter ceiling fans with remotes in every room. The leased solar panels on the garage provide more than enough power for the home throughout the year. Surrounded by mature trees and nestled in a neighborhood full of character, this home offers something increasingly rare: historic architecture, thoughtful updates, and a true sense of community, all within walking distance of downtown. Don't miss your chance to become part of a vibrant, historic small town and make this little slice of heaven your own.

244 S Sycamore Street, Genoa

$679,900

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 12730788 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Welcome to this spacious and unique home situated on approximately 1.77 acres across two parcels. An expansive front porch welcomes you into a home with plenty of room to spread out. The main level features a large, light-filled great room with hardwood floors, fireplace, built-ins and a dedicated dining space. The kitchen offers abundant wood cabinetry, a center island, walk-in pantry, distinctive Saltillo-style tile flooring and a large eating area. Just off the kitchen, a spacious deck provides the perfect spot for morning coffee, evening relaxation or simply enjoying the outdoors. The primary suite includes a walk-in closet, double vanity, steam shower and separate tub/shower area. A finished walkout basement with a full bath provides even more flexible living space. Additional highlights include generous storage, a heated three-car garage, mature trees, fruit trees and multiple outdoor spaces, including an upper-level balcony and patio. With plenty of space both inside and out, this property offers a wonderful opportunity to make it your own. Home is being sold AS-IS.

13120 Williams Circle, Genoa

$279,000

4 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 12737398 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Fabulous 4 bedroom home in Genoa with updates throughout from top to bottom, inside and out! Great curb appeal welcomes you with beautiful landscaping and inviting decks on both the front and back of the home. The fenced backyard provides a wonderful outdoor space for relaxing or entertaining. Inside, the updated kitchen features attractive countertops and appliances, while the bathroom is pretty as a picture. Updated wiring adds peace of mind, and the 2 car detached garage provides plenty of space for parking, storage, or projects. The basement offers excellent additional living space with a family room and den, plus plumbing roughed in for a future bathroom. The furnace is only 5 years old and the water heater is 7 years old, with both maintained yearly by HERO Heating & Cooling. So many improvements have already been made, there is truly nothing to do but move in and enjoy!

539 Central Avenue, Genoa

$242,000

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 12737485 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!

410 E Main Street, Genoa

$499,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 12634346 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Beautifully maintained 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath home with over three finished levels of living space, situated on more than a half-acre lot with scenic views of the Kishwaukee River. Hardwood floors flow throughout the first floor and continue upstairs into the generously sized bedrooms, many featuring walk-in closets. The spacious en suite primary bedroom offers a large walk-in closet and an updated bath complete with a relaxing jetted tub. The bright and airy floor plan includes a welcoming living room, separate dining room, and an open-concept kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, a peninsula with seating for three, a large pantry, and views into the cozy family room with fireplace. French doors lead to a gorgeous sunroom overlooking the professionally landscaped backyard and patio where you can enjoy peaceful river views. The finished basement adds even more entertaining space, with a wet bar, a full bath with a working urinal, and a pool table with a ping-pong topper that can stay with the home. A fifth bedroom in the basement offers flexibility for guests, office space, or related living. Additional features include abundant storage throughout, an attached heated 3-car garage, roof replaced in 2010, furnace and A/C new in 2015, garage doors and openers replaced in 2017, fresh exterior stain in 2025, and interior paint completed throughout in 2026. A rare combination of space, function, thoughtful updates, and beautiful natural surroundings!

11515 Ellwood Greens Road, Genoa

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