Geneva, IL Condo for Sale

Geneva sits roughly 40 miles west of Chicago in the Fox River Valley, where the flowing waters provide scenic views and recreation. Along with St. Charles and Batavia, Geneva is part of the Tri-Cities area. It’s a regional draw with shops and restaurants in the historic storefronts of a walkable downtown. Geneva got its name from the city in New York, not the city in Switzerland; however, the addition of the railroad brought an influx of Swedish and Irish immigrants in the 19th century, many of whom came to work in the factories and mills. Locals still celebrate their heritage at the Swedish Days festival, one of many well-attended annual celebrations. "You often hear Geneva described as quaint," says Lisa Schutz, Realtor with Baird & Warner Fox Valley. "People are drawn here for the school system and stay for the community." Geneva's homes are pricier than the area's average. Single-family homes have a median price of $500,000, about $20,000 more than neighboring Batavia. Styles range from townhouses and condos to country club estates. Just west of the river, the Geneva Historic District includes Downtown Geneva and surrounding residential blocks, with Greek Revival, Italianate, Queen