17 Franklin Avenue
River Forest, IL 60305
6
Bed
4
Bath
3,032Sqft
Ideally located in the highly sought-after community of River Forest, this turnkey, fully renovated luxury bungalow offers 6 bedrooms and 3.1 bathrooms. Thoughtfully redesigned from top to bottom, the home showcases exceptional craftsmanship, high-end finishes, and contemporary style throughout. A welcoming front porch opens to a generous foyer, leading to a bright and spacious living room with an electric fireplace. Gleaming hardwood floors run throughout the main level, which flows seamlessly into a designer chef's kitchen featuring high-end appliances, custom cabinetry, and premium countertops. The adjacent dining area and sun-drenched sunroom, with walkout to the brand-new deck, provide ideal spaces for entertaining and everyday living. A stylish powder room completes this level. Four
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Bedroom Information
Total Bedroom: 4 Room Types: Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Sun Room, Foyer, Recreation Room, Walk In ClosetBathroom Information
Total Baths: 4 Full Baths: 3 Half Baths: 1Room Information
Rooms Total: 10Interior Features
Vaulted Ceiling(s), Dry Bar, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s) Roof: Asphalt Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood Laundry Features: In UnitRoofing Information
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Flooring Information
Flooring: Hardwood Construction Materials: Brick, Fiber Cement -
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas Cooling: Central Air WaterSource: Lake Michigan, Public
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Building Information
Year Built: 1917
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Lot Information
Lot Dimensions: 7425 Lot Size: Less Than .25 AcreProperty Information
Property Type: Residential Style: Bungalow Sub Type: Detached Single Type Detached: 2 Stories
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Listing Price Information
Original List Price:$899000
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Tax Information
Annual Tax: $15662.79 Tax Year: 2024 Parcel Number: 15123210090000 Tax Exemption: None
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Parking Information
Total Parking: 3 Off Alley, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, GarageGarage Information
Garage Space: 2Homeowners Association Information
Included Fees: None
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School Information
Elementary School: Lincoln 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: Turn left (west) on Madison, then right (north) on Franklin Ave to 17 Franklin Ave
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Nearby Home Value
| Address | Estimate | Bed | Bath | Sq. Ft | Lot Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 415 Park Avenue #D, River Forest, IL, 60305 | $325,000 | 2 | 2 | -- | |
| 17 Franklin Avenue, River Forest, IL, 60305 | $949,000 | 6 | 4 | 3,030 | 3,030 SqFt |
| Undisclosed Address, River Forest, IL, 60305 | $749,000 | 4 | 3 | 2,123 | 2,123 SqFt |
| 7911 North Avenue #F, River Forest, IL, 60305 | $269,300 | 2 | 2 | 1,040 | 1,040 SqFt |
| 234 Franklin Avenue, River Forest, IL, 60305 | $825,000 | 3 | 3 | 2,200 | 2,200 SqFt |
| 130 Gale Avenue, River Forest, IL, 60305 | $1,179,000 | 5 | 3 | 3,500 | 3,500 SqFt |
| 1503 Clinton Place, River Forest, IL, 60305 | $2,100,000 | 5 | 6 | 5,000 | 5,000 SqFt |
| 11 Forest Avenue #17, River Forest, IL, 60305 | $574,000 | 3 | 4 | 2,552 | 2,552 SqFt |
| 722 William Street, River Forest, IL, 60305 | $735,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,958 | 1,958 SqFt |
| 1430 Keystone Avenue, River Forest, IL, 60305 | $1,650,000 | 4 | 5 | 3,960 | 3,960 SqFt |
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