1246 Franklin Avenue
River Forest, IL 60305
3
Bed
3
Bath
1,892Sqft
Classic River Forest charm and timeless architecture shine throughout this solid brick 3-bedroom, 2.1-bath home that has been lovingly cared for by the same owners for over 30 years and is located directly across the street from Willard Elementary school. From the moment you enter into the inviting foyer, you'll feel right at home. The first level centers around a combined living and dining space anchored by a masonry fireplace. You'll also find an updated kitchen, private home office, half bath, and a separate family room that steps out to a large back deck. Upstairs features three bedrooms and two full baths, including a primary suite with an updated private bath. Downstairs, the finished basement provides a second fireplace in the recreation room, along with a laundry room, utility spac
Property Details
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Features
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Bedroom Information
Total Bedroom: 3 Room Types: Office, Recreation RoomBathroom Information
Total Baths: 3 Full Baths: 2 Half Baths: 1Room Information
Rooms Total: 9Interior Features
Roof: Asphalt Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, RefrigeratorRoofing Information
Asphalt -
Flooring Information
Flooring: Hardwood Construction Materials: Brick -
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Electric Cooling: Central Air WaterSource: Lake Michigan, Public
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Building Information
Year Built: 1952
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Lot Information
Lot Dimensions: 54 x 180 Lot Size: Less Than .25 AcreProperty Information
Property Type: Residential Style: Traditional Sub Type: Detached Single Type Detached: 2 Stories
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Listing Price Information
Original List Price:$724900
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Tax Information
Annual Tax: $17128.1 Tax Year: 2025 Parcel Number: 15011110610000 Tax Exemption: Homeowner,Senior
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Parking Information
Total Parking: 1 Concrete, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage Is Parking Included in Price: YesGarage Information
Garage Space: 1Homeowners Association Information
Included Fees: None
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School Information
Elementary School: Willard Elementary School Junior High School: Roosevelt School Senior High School: Oak Park & River Forest High Sch -
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer Water Source: Lake Michigan, Public -
Location Information
City: River Forest Direction: Harlem to Division West to Franklin North.
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| Address | Estimate | Bed | Bath | Sq. Ft | Lot Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1020 N Harlem Avenue #2F, River Forest, IL, 60305 | $411,000 | 3 | 2 | 2,206 | 2,206 SqFt |
| 1010 N Harlem Avenue #504, River Forest, IL, 60305 | $449,000 | 3 | 2 | -- | |
| 739 Park Avenue, River Forest, IL, 60305 | $699,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,525 | 1,525 SqFt |
| 7605 Washington Boulevard, River Forest, IL, 60305 | $699,900 | 3 | 2 | -- | |
| 1102 Jackson Avenue, River Forest, IL, 60305 | $1,250,000 | 4 | 3 | 3,379 | 3,379 SqFt |
| 1112 N Harlem Avenue #1, River Forest, IL, 60305 | $169,000 | 2 | 1 | 900 | 900 SqFt |
| 820 Ashland Avenue, River Forest, IL, 60305 | $1,200,000 | 4 | 6 | 4,449 | 4,449 SqFt |
| 1535 Monroe Avenue #2, River Forest, IL, 60305 | $199,000 | 2 | 1 | 900 | 900 SqFt |
| 704 Monroe Avenue, River Forest, IL, 60305 | $2,197,000 | 6 | 6 | 5,200 | 5,200 SqFt |
| 406 Franklin Avenue #3B, River Forest, IL, 60305 | $169,000 | 1 | 1 | -- |
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