Among the noted buildings is the Kane County Courthouse and the Frank Lloyd Wright-designed P. D. Hoyt House.

The Central Geneva Historic District principally consists of land from the original platted settlement, now the southern half of the town.

It is primarily residential, but does have a commercial sector lining W. State Street (Illinois Route 38).

Geneva's later identification as a scenic shopping area encouraged the city to invest in the restoration of several structures.

[2] The nomination form for the historic district singles out several properties that are particularly representative of mid- to late- 19th century architectural styles[2]