1616 Riverside Ave

St. Charles, IL 60174

$480,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
2,420 Sq. Ft.
$198 / Sq. Ft.
2,420
Sq. Ft.
$198
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 7/18/25
Closed 7/18/25

Description

One-of-a-kind custom home with breathtaking Fox River views, ideally situated on a rare double lot just steps from downtown St. Charles and Geneva. Experience the best of both towns, acclaimed festivals, award-winning dining, shopping, and more, all within walking distance. Nestled in the highly rated St. Charles 303 School District, this home offers easy access to the Fox River, Fox River Trail, and parks. A long driveway leads to the beautifully designed home, thoughtfully set back from the road...One-of-a-kind custom home with breathtaking Fox River views, ideally situated on a rare double lot just steps from downtown St. Charles and Geneva. Experience the best of both towns, acclaimed festivals, award-winning dining, shopping, and more, all within walking distance. Nestled in the highly rated St. Charles 303 School District, this home offers easy access to the Fox River, Fox River Trail, and parks. A long driveway leads to the beautifully designed home, thoughtfully set back from the road for added privacy and framed by a spacious front yard. Step through handcrafted copper French doors into a bright, spacious living room featuring 10' ceilings, new 2025 carpet, a generous 10' closet, and large Pella Designer Series windows that showcase stunning river views. The living room, staircase, and upper level were custom-built and thoughtfully renovated between 2004 and 2006, seamlessly blending timeless design with modern comfort. The kitchen features new granite countertops, updated stainless steel appliances, abundant cabinet storage, and a dining area. Adjacent is a mudroom with built-in cubbies and convenient access to the backyard patio. The main-level bedroom offers vaulted ceilings, skylights, built-in storage closets, and new carpeting. The main level also has a full bathroom with a tub/shower combo and a spacious laundry room for added convenience. A custom winder staircase with new carpet and elegant half-round windows offers river views as you ascend to the second floor. As you make your way up, you'll notice unique architectural details including a pressed tin ceiling, handmade custom chandelier, and custom oak railings. At the top of the stairs, tucked away above the second floor, you'll discover a secret bonus room perched inside the home's tower, accessed by pull-down stairs. With sweeping views of the water, this secret lounge is the perfect private hangout retreat away from the rest of the home, and it even has access to the flat roof, which could be transformed into a rooftop deck. The primary suite boasts a large window framing breathtaking Fox River views, 12' ceilings, an electric fireplace, a built-in safe, double closets, and hidden wraparound storage behind the walls. The third and fourth bedrooms both showcase vaulted ceilings and new carpet, with the fourth featuring a built-in loft bed and built-in storage spaces. Outside, enjoy a spacious and private fenced backyard with a brick paver and concrete patio, raised garden beds, and a cozy fire pit, perfect for outdoor entertaining or relaxing in privacy. Two detached garages provide abundant storage and exceptional flexibility: a heated and insulated 2-car garage with loft storage, and an expansive 3-car garage (36x24, built in 2021) with high ceilings and the potential to add power and plumbing for an ADU conversion. Built with exceptional quality and attention to detail, this home offers both long-term durability and outstanding energy efficiency. Exterior highlights include James Hardie siding, copper roof ridges, custom copper gutters and downspouts, and 50-year architectural shingles paired with R-38C roof insulation for superior performance. Inside, the construction is equally impressive, with 10-inch-thick walls, R24 insulation, R30 insulated foundation walls, and 20% more drywall than standard builds, providing excellent temperature control, sound insulation, and remarkably low utility bills. Every detail speaks to quality, from solid 13/4-inch doors throughout to hardwood floors upstairs with cork underlayment for quiet, comfortable living. Radiant heating pipes have been installed in the slab and zoned for future hookup. Major updates include a new furnace and water heater in 2020 and new roof in 2019. Overlooking the picturesque Fox River, this home offers scenic views, exceptional privacy, and an unbeatable location near downtown St. Charles and Geneva, offering a lifestyle of comfort, convenience, and a connection to nature and community

Listing Agents

  1. Debora McKay

    Debora McKay

    Listing Agent

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    P: (630)-587-4672

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  2. Roger Erikson

    Roger Erikson

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    P: (630)-542-5339

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Sold By Realty Group Marino

Property Details for 1616 Riverside Avenue

Area
Campton Hills / St. Charles
Township
St. Charles
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
5.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
5.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
LISTING CLOSED: 07/18/2025 12:00 AM

Property Details for 1616 Riverside Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #12384319
Days on Market7
Taxes$7,887 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1920
Lot Size0.49 AC / 21,344 SF
CountyKane County
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Building Information for 1616 Riverside Avenue

Stories-Year Built1920Building Size-Lot Size0.49 AC / 21,344 SF

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General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 303
  • Elementary School: Munhall Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Wredling Middle School
  • High School District: 303
  • High School: St Charles East High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 303
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Asphalt, Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Granite Counters
  • Num Of Rooms: 7
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Attic: Dormer,Pull Down Stair
  • Fireplace Features: Electric
  • Basement Type: None
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room: Kitchen/Dining Combo
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Master Bedroom
  • Room Type: Bonus Room, Mud Room
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Range Hood, Water Purifier Owned
  • Other Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Fire Pit
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2004
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 2420
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 2420
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 2420
  • Main Sq Ft: 1638
  • Upper Sq Ft: 782
  • Lot Description: Mature Trees
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
  • Lot Dimensions: 21250
  • Other Structures: Second Garage, Garage(s)
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Fiber Cement
  • Construction: Fiber Cement
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 3
  • Document Date: 2025-06-13T23:13:58
  • Photos Count: 48
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 15X15
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 15X10
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 11X9
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 13X12
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 21X16
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 7X11
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 29X25
Mud Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Mud Room
  • Dimensions: 9X11
Bonus Room Information
  • Room Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
  • Dimensions: 12X11

Property History for 1616 Riverside Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 18, 2025

Sold

MRED #12384319

$480,000—
Jul 16, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1905125019

$480,000—
Jun 17, 2025

Pending

MRED #12384319

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/18/2025

Sold

MRED #12384319

$480,000
07/16/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1905125019

$480,000
06/17/2025

Pending

MRED #12384319

—

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Public Records for 1616 Riverside Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$29,792Additions$96,297Total$126,089
Tax Record2025$8,487 ($707 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,222 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,222 SqFtStories1Lot Size21,250 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1920Year Renovated1994CountyKANEAPN09-34-479-010

Schools near 1616 Riverside Avenue

This home is within Community Unit School District 303.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Munhall Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Wredling Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
St Charles East High School
Public - 9 to 12
Fox Ridge Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Munhall Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Wredling Middle School
Public6 to 8

St Charles East High School
Public9 to 12

Fox Ridge Elementary School
PublicK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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