Seller's Agent in 2025
Valarie Werderitch
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
(815) 482-9970
1 in this area
275 Total Sales
5
Beds
3
Baths
1,555
Sq Ft
9,021
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- Laundry Room
- Deck
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Bathroom on Main Level
About This Home
As of May 2025Discover your dream home in the charming town of Genoa! This stunning 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom house, complete with a spacious finished basement, is nestled on a peaceful, tree-lined street and offers the perfect blend of style, comfort, and space. This home was totally gutted and remodeled in 2013 resulting in everything is updated. Cozy living room with fireplace, kitchen with granite counters and stainless steel appliances. Two first floor bedrooms (1 currently used as an office) and full bath. Second floor has 3 good size bedrooms, full bath and attic space for great storage. Enjoy the full finished basement with huge rec room, another full bath and storage space. Step into a backyard paradise designed for entertaining and relaxation. The expansive deck, lighted pergola, and built-in firepit with wraparound seating create the ultimate outdoor retreat. A large Rainbow play set provides endless fun, while an oversized shed with a loft and custom garden-featuring trellises, arches, and garden boxes-caters to hobbyists and gardeners alike. There's also a double wide concrete driveway for plenty of parking. The property is adorned with vibrant perennials like hydrangeas, lavender, and even raspberry and serviceberry plants for year-round beauty.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate License #475131753 Listed on: 04/04/2025
Last Buyer's Agent
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate License #475182085
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,735
Year Built
- Built in 1962 | Remodeled in 2013
Lot Details
- 9,021 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 80 x 120
- Fenced
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,555 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Electric Fireplace
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- Unfinished Attic
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Potential Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Fire Pit
- Shed
Schools
- Genoa-Kingston High Elementary School
- Genoa-Kingston Middle School
- Genoa-Kingston High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 4, 2025
Closed on
Apr 24, 2025
Sold by
Knapp Donald and Knapp Ashley
Bought by
Rybakowski Robert and Rybakowski Meghan
Seller's Agent
Valarie Werderitch
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Erin Bjornson
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
List Price
$299,900
Sold Price
$305,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,100
1.7%
Views
379
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$3,220
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.70%
Original Mortgage
$244,000
Outstanding Balance
$243,083
Interest Rate
7.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$58,697
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 12, 2020
Closed on
May 13, 2020
Sold by
Bennefield Deanna L and Bennefield Jason
Bought by
Knapp Donald and Knapp Ashley
Seller's Agent
Mary Sagan
Century 21 New Heritage - Hampshire
Buyer's Agent
Valarie Werderitch
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
List Price
$209,000
Sold Price
$215,000
Premium/Discount to List
$6,000
2.87%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.29%
Original Mortgage
$208,550
Interest Rate
3.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 21, 2014
Sold by
Hencken Trust
Bought by
Bennefield Deanna L and Hencken Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 9, 2013
Sold by
Hencken James T
Bought by
Hencken James T and Hencken Carol L
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 30, 2011
Closed on
May 1, 2012
Sold by
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation
Bought by
Hencken James T and Hencken Carol L
Seller's Agent
Nancy Edwards
Elm Street REALTORS
Buyer's Agent
Deirdre Wille
Century 21 New Heritage - Hampshire
List Price
$74,900
Sold Price
$68,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$6,900
-9.21%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.57%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 3, 2011
Sold by
Dekalb County Sheriff
Bought by
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 19, 2005
Sold by
Guetsloff Jeffrey A
Bought by
Jones Christopher A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$132,400
Interest Rate
5.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $305,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Deed | $215,000 | Attorney S Ttl Guaranty Fund | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $68,000 | -- | |
| Sheriffs Deed | -- | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $165,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $244,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $208,550 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $132,400 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/16/2025 05/16/25 | Sold | $305,000 | +1.7% | $196 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/08/2025 04/08/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/04/2025 04/04/25 | For Sale | $299,900 | +39.5% | $193 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/29/2020 05/29/20 | Sold | $215,000 | +2.9% | $138 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 03/18/2020 03/18/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/12/2020 03/12/20 | For Sale | $209,000 | +207.4% | $134 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/24/2012 05/24/12 | Sold | $68,000 | -2.7% | -- | View Prior Sale |
| 04/27/2012 04/27/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/13/2012 04/13/12 | Price Changed | $69,900 | -6.7% | -- | |
| 04/09/2012 04/09/12 | For Sale | $74,900 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 02/22/2012 02/22/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/06/2012 02/06/12 | Price Changed | $74,900 | -25.0% | -- | |
| 01/05/2012 01/05/12 | Price Changed | $99,900 | -19.4% | -- | |
| 11/30/2011 11/30/11 | For Sale | $123,900 | -- | -- |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,735 | $71,476 | $12,084 | $59,392 |
| 2023 | $5,735 | $66,477 | $11,239 | $55,238 |
| 2022 | $5,760 | $64,291 | $10,869 | $53,422 |
| 2021 | $5,414 | $60,830 | $10,284 | $50,546 |
| 2020 | $5,439 | $60,192 | $10,176 | $50,016 |
| 2019 | $4,195 | $46,517 | $9,577 | $36,940 |
| 2018 | $3,741 | $44,408 | $9,143 | $35,265 |
| 2017 | $3,642 | $42,663 | $8,784 | $33,879 |
| 2016 | $3,674 | $42,565 | $8,764 | $33,801 |
| 2015 | -- | $41,543 | $8,554 | $32,989 |
| 2014 | -- | $38,142 | $8,408 | $29,734 |
| 2013 | -- | $33,503 | $8,395 | $25,108 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Valarie Werderitch
-
Casey Voris
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Casey Voris
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
(815) 482-8200
1 in this area
160 Total Sales
-
Erin Bjornson
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Erin Bjornson
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
(815) 404-9695
1 in this area
22 Total Sales
-
Mary Sagan
Seller's Agent in 2020
Mary Sagan
Century 21 New Heritage - Hampshire
(847) 712-0812
18 in this area
156 Total Sales
-
Nancy Edwards
Seller's Agent in 2012
Nancy Edwards
Elm Street REALTORS
(815) 739-1923
3 in this area
126 Total Sales
-
D
Buyer's Agent in 2012
Deirdre Wille
Century 21 New Heritage - Hampshire
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12325377
APN: 03-29-106-022
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