


City Guide
Geneva, IL
Overview
Geneva, IL is recognized for its dedication to its historical preservation. The town is home to around 22,000 residents, so living in Geneva will provide a welcoming and small-town feel. A fun fact is that the Fabyan Windmill in Geneva is an authentic and working Dutch windmill. Another interesting fact about the city is that it takes pride in its beautiful landscape and classical European architecture.
What’s it like to live in Geneva, IL ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Geneva, IL you'll find that the median sale price is
$496,000
and homes stay on the market for 42 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in Geneva are $695,000
and $300,000
, respectively. Geneva area townhouses have a median sale price of $382,000
, making them less expensive
than single family homes. If you’re not ready to buy a home, consider one of the many apartments for rent in Geneva, ILExplore our Geneva housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Geneva home prices compare to other markets. Explore our Geneva rental market trends page for insights about how rental prices have changed and how Geneva rental prices compare to other rental markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Geneva, or looking for a new home improvement project,
discover what home features and design trends may help increase your home's value.
Popular neighborhoods in and around Geneva
Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
---|---|---|---|---|
Riverfront | $575,000 | 78 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Randall Road Corridor | $550,000 | 75 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Downtown St. Charles | $874,500 | 74 / 100 | 82 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Cambridge | $429,900 | 77 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Historic District | $355,000 | 64 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Popular homes for sale in Geneva
See all homes for saleRental listings in Geneva
See how much rent you can affordSee all rental listingsGeneva Migration & Relocation Trends
In Feb '25 - Apr '25, 16% of Geneva homebuyers searched to move out of Geneva, while 84% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.
- Across the nation, 3% of homebuyers searched to move into Geneva from outside metros.
- Peoria homebuyers searched to move into Geneva more than any other metro followed by Rockford and New York.
Where are people moving to Geneva from?
- 84% of Geneva homebuyers searched to stay within the Geneva metropolitan area.
- Cape Coral was the most popular destination among Geneva homebuyers followed by Phoenix and Sarasota.
Where are people from Geneva moving to?
Number of People Moving to Geneva
least
most
People are moving to Geneva from
Inbound | Net inflow | ||
---|---|---|---|
Metros | Feb '25 - Apr '25 | ||
1 | 1,034 | ||
2 | 992 | ||
3 | 916 | ||
4 | 738 | ||
5 | 732 | ||
6 | 452 | ||
7 | 447 | ||
8 | 431 | ||
9 | 290 | ||
10 | 249 |
People are leaving Geneva for
Outbound | Net outflow | ||
---|---|---|---|
Metros | Feb '25 - Apr '25 | ||
1 | 1,949 | ||
2 | 1,618 | ||
3 | 1,171 | ||
4 | 1,145 | ||
5 | 1,076 | ||
6 | 1,038 | ||
7 | 1,016 | ||
8 | 1,005 | ||
9 | 922 | ||
10 | 785 |
Methodology
This data does not reflect actual moves. The latest migration analysis is based on a sample of about two
million Redfin.com users who searched for homes across more than 100 metro areas. To be included in this dataset, a Redfin.com user
must have viewed at least 10 homes in a three month period. This dataset excludes all rentals data.
What is there to do in Geneva, IL ?
Some of the top things to do in Geneva, IL, range from checking out local parks, dining at some of the best restaurants in town, and enjoying local art. Home to Fabyan Villa Museum & Japanese Garden and Geneva History Center, Geneva has many popular museums that you can explore. Geneva Underground Playhouse and Reszel Voice Studio are among the many performing arts venues you can check out. Parks are ample in Geneva, where you can find green spaces like Island Park, Peck Farm Park, and Wheeler Park. Some of the must-try restaurants and eateries in the city include The Patten House Restaurant and Bar, Niche Restaurant, and Foxfire Restaurant, which are sure to please your taste buds.
Explore some of the best things to do in Geneva
What's the best way to get around Geneva, IL ?
The best way to get around Geneva is by car, but there are many methods for getting around the city. If you’re exploring the city by foot, Geneva has a walk score of 38, meaning this area is car dependent. You can also get around Geneva by bike. With a bike score of 57, there is some amount of infrastructure for biking.
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
Bikeable
Bike Score®
Geneva Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Tram Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Metro Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Car & Bike Rentals
Renting a car is another good way to get around the city. There are 2 car rental locations.