28 S 5th Street
Rare opportunity in the heart of downtown Geneva! Situated on the prominent corner of Fifth and James Street, this historic property offers endless potential and exceptional versatility. Currently configured for office use, the building could potentially be deconverted and transformed back into a stunning single-family residence, creating a unique opportunity for homeowners, investors, or business owners alike. Featuring approximately 2,244 square feet, this character-filled property blends timeless charm with flexible functionality. The spacious layout offers multiple offices, gathering spaces, and private rooms that could easily adapt to a variety of residential or commercial needs. A detached 2-car garage adds valuable convenience, while the highly visible corner location provides outstanding accessibility and presence in one of Geneva's most desirable downtown settings. Perfect for those seeking a live/work lifestyle, the property offers the flexibility to live onsite, operate your business from home, or seamlessly combine both. Whether you envision a distinctive downtown residence, boutique office, creative studio, professional workspace, or mixed-use concept, the possibilities here are truly endless. Just steps from Geneva's renowned shopping, dining, Metra station, and riverwalk, this is a rare chance to own a piece of local history in an unbeatable location.
- Bien Trucha 300 ft
- Firewater BBQ 350 ft
- Papa Saverio's Pizza 450 ft
- Aurelio's Pizza 500 ft
- China Wok 650 ft
- Stockholm's 700 ft
- 7-Eleven 650 ft
- Citgo 0.5 mi
- Aldi 1.2 mi
- BP Shop 1.3 mi
- Fourth Street School Park 950 ft
- Library Park 0.2 mi
- Geneva Garden Club Park 0.4 mi
- River Park 0.4 mi
- Old Mill Park 0.5 mi
- Island Park 0.5 mi
- State Street Diner 700 ft
- Starbucks 800 ft
- Geneva Diner 0.2 mi
- Graham's 318 0.3 mi
- Hey Sugar 0.4 mi
- Dunkin' 0.6 mi
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