Batavia charm with incredible potential! Nestled on a spacious corner lot, this 4-bedroom, 2 full bath home offers the perfect blend of a quiet neighborhood setting and walkable access to all the shopping, dining, and community events that vibrant downtown Batavia has to offer. The flexible floor plan features two bedrooms and a full bath on each level, making it ideal for a variety of living arrangements. The eat-in kitchen flows into the living room and provides access to the paver patio, perfect for enjoying the outdoors. A spacious family room showcases a whimsical spiral staircase that adds character and personality to the home. The second level also features a separate exterior entrance, creating even more possibilities for future use. An enclosed porch and attached garage complete the package. Bring your vision and make this home your own while enjoying the convenience, charm, and lifestyle that make Batavia such a sought-after place to call home. Sold as-is.
Historic District, located between the Fox River and downtown Batavia, is a historic and walkable Batavia neighborhood with brick-lined streets and landmark storefronts. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Wilson Street and River Street, where independent cafes, galleries, and small-shop windows set a steady, sidewalk-paced rhythm. The Batavia Depot Museum anchors local history in a restored rail setting, while the Water Street Studios campus adds working-artist energy. Limestone and brick buildings, vintage signage, and riverfront views shape the streetscape. The Fox River Trail and Riverwalk frame daily routines with paths, bridges, and pocket greenspaces. Seasonal events and market days gather around the river and downtown blocks.
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Market insights
404 N River St · $375,000
DAYS ON MARKET
38 days
The average home goes pending in 48 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
100.2%
Most homes are selling 0% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$375,000
Median list price in this area is $458,786. (22% higher than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
13% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Seven total rooms
Unfinished attic
Unfinished/partial basement with crawl space and cellar
Ceiling fan(s)
Sump pump
Cable TV available
Bedrooms
Four bedrooms total — master bedroom on the main level
Bedroom sizes around 10 x 9 (three bedrooms) and one main-level bedroom 10 x 9
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms
Kitchen
Kitchen approximately 13 x 13
Vinyl flooring in the kitchen
Laundry & utility
Dedicated laundry room
Flooring
Carpet in most living areas and bedrooms
Vinyl flooring in the kitchen
Heating & cooling
Natural gas forced air heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Patio
Balcony
Fenced yard
Corner lot
Neighborhood features include park, curbs, sidewalks and street lights
Home design
Detached single-family home
Two-story residence
Over 100 years old
Built before 1978
Parking
Attached garage (garage owned) with garage door opener
Concrete driveway
Total parking for 1 vehicle
Construction
Vinyl siding
Asphalt roof
Stone foundation
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electric service with circuit breakers and 100 amp service
HOA & community
No master association fee required
Financial info
Senior tax exemption reported
Other
Ownership is fee simple
School bus service and commuter bus available
Electricity and solar
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The purposes of the Downtown Mixed Use Zoning District are to: Implement the policies and goals of the Comprehensive Plan and redevelopment plans of the City.; Protect the historic character of the downtown area and promote continuity of that character in new development.; Strengthen the pedestrian environment of the downtown area.; Create an economically vital and diverse downtown.; Expand housing opportunities in the downtown.; Establish high quality architecture in new development and redevelopment.; Create coherent and consistent street spaces.; Insure that downtown off-street parking enhances and complements the historic character of the area.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Bank
Day care facility
Laundromat
General retail
Restaurant
Tavern / bar / nightclub / micro-Brewery
Hospital / medical center
Urgent care center
Housing-Group
Office
Feb 9, 2014 • Final
Modification roof
Perform a tear off of existing materials.
Roofing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Batavia, IL • 60510
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Sun exposure
87/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.9 hrs
5.3 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 404 N River St
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $300,000 and $390,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $300K to $390K.