Views, Convenience, & On the Water! What more can you want? This remodeled, open concept ranch will have you feeling like you are on vacation every day with breathtaking views of the fox river and downtown Geneva. This riverfront home is full of charm and character! A large, beautiful, open concept kitchen with an oversized island is perfect for entertaining! If you're looking for more than just views and want the full effect of life on the river, head through the sliding glass door in the dining room to the back deck with a large screened in gazebo! The spacious living room has an oversized picture window perfect for watching the sunset over the water. Convenient main level laundry room as well. Need more entertaining space? Head down to the finished basement complete with beautiful floors, recessed lighting and bar! Outstanding location, a short walk has you in the heart of downtown Geneva where you can enjoy bars, restaurants, shops, festivals and more! Convenient walk to the train as well! Enjoy the views while biking, walking, or running on the trail along the river. Enoy river access with your own dock! This is a truly special home in a rare location!
Single-familyProperty Type
1979Year Built
9,077 sq ftLot Size
$376Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Joseph Enzbigilis• Keller Williams Experience
Listed by Nicholas Oates• Keller Williams Experience
Bought with Nicholas Oates• Keller Williams Experience
STUNNING waterfront Geneva home! Just steps from the bike path, near multiple parks, & within walking distance to historic downtown Geneva with shopping, dining, & more! This home has been meticulously cared for & freshly painted. Beautiful & spacious living & dining rooms showcase tranquil water views through sliding glass doors to the deck. Gorgeous kitchen boasts high-end stainless steel appliances & abundant cabinet space. Laundry room w/ sink & brand new steam washer & dryer. Bedrooms are all bright & spacious, & master features updated private master bath. Partially finished English basement offers even more living space, as well as plenty of room for storage. Exterior of home is absolutely breathtaking, with expansive deck & screened-in gazebo with relaxing & picturesque views of the river. This charming home offers peaceful living & could be your own personal oasis.
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09227256
Jul 8, 2016
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$320,000
$210/sq ft
May 25, 2016
Pending (Contingent (Do Not Show))
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May 16, 2016
Listed (New)
$329,000
$216/sq ft
+17
Feel like you are on vacation all year with this recently remodeled home with breathtaking views of the fox river and downtown Geneva. This charming riverfront home has been freshly painted with new flooring through out. Large bright kitchen has new stainless steel appliances, countertops, floors and sink. Dining room has large Andersen sliding door leading to expansive deck and gazebo perfect for entertaining or relaxing. The finished basement has lookout window with a pretty view of the fox and a large cedar closet. Great space for family room, office or work out room. The spacious living room has a cozy fireplace and oversized picture window perfect for watching the sunset over the water. Easy one level living-Master bath has walk in shower. laundry room also on first floor. Wonderful location, walk downtown Geneva to shops, restaurants, train, and festivals. Bike, walk or run on the trail along the river. Kayak or fish right out your back door. This is a truly special home.
Public Records
Apr 3, 1996
Sold
$170,000
$112/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 3, 1994
Sold
$155,000
$102/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,391 (+3.0%)
$46,235 + $111,483
$157,718
2024
$11,061 (+2.0%)
$46,235 + $111,483
$157,718
2023
$10,841 (+11.2%)
$42,613 + $102,749
$145,362
2022
$9,751 (+3.0%)
$38,739 + $93,408
$132,147
2021
$9,465 (+1.2%)
$35,996 + $86,794
$122,790
2020
$9,356 (+0.3%)
$34,658 + $83,568
$118,226
2019
$9,331 (+6.8%)
$33,483 + $80,734
$114,217
2018
$8,737 (+1.2%)
$33,483 + $80,734
$114,217
2017
$8,637 (+95.6%)
$33,483 + $73,986
$107,469
2016
$4,416 (−6.3%)
$32,590 + $72,013
$104,603
2015
$4,715 (+0.4%)
$32,150 + $71,040
$103,190
2013
$4,698 (+4.3%)
$30,567 + $46,332
$76,899
2012
$4,505 (+6.4%)
$30,567 + $46,332
$76,899
2011
$4,233 (−27.9%)
$31,997 + $48,500
$80,497
2010
$5,868 (+64.0%)
$28,964 + $57,036
$86,000
2009
$3,578 (−35.2%)
$28,964 + $57,036
$86,000
2008
$5,524 (+5.5%)
$29,646 + $58,379
$88,025
2007
$5,237
$28,321 + $55,769
$84,090
Tax history for 116 N Bennett St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,391 (+3.0%)
$46,235 + $111,483
$157,718
2024
$11,061 (+2.0%)
$46,235 + $111,483
$157,718
2023
$10,841 (+11.2%)
$42,613 + $102,749
$145,362
2022
$9,751 (+3.0%)
$38,739 + $93,408
$132,147
2021
$9,465 (+1.2%)
$35,996 + $86,794
$122,790
2020
$9,356 (+0.3%)
$34,658 + $83,568
$118,226
2019
$9,331 (+6.8%)
$33,483 + $80,734
$114,217
2018
$8,737 (+1.2%)
$33,483 + $80,734
$114,217
2017
$8,637 (+95.6%)
$33,483 + $73,986
$107,469
2016
$4,416 (−6.3%)
$32,590 + $72,013
$104,603
2015
$4,715 (+0.4%)
$32,150 + $71,040
$103,190
2013
$4,698 (+4.3%)
$30,567 + $46,332
$76,899
2012
$4,505 (+6.4%)
$30,567 + $46,332
$76,899
2011
$4,233 (−27.9%)
$31,997 + $48,500
$80,497
2010
$5,868 (+64.0%)
$28,964 + $57,036
$86,000
2009
$3,578 (−35.2%)
$28,964 + $57,036
$86,000
2008
$5,524 (+5.5%)
$29,646 + $58,379
$88,025
2007
$5,237
$28,321 + $55,769
$84,090
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
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Lot size
9,076 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
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Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Kane County
APN
1202305032
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Last updated by owner on Sep 8, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# Of Cars: 5
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Parking (Total): 4
Parking On-Site: Yes
Parking Features: Driveway
Parking: Garage,Space/s
Parking Ownership: Owned
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Attached
Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)