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Sold on 11/14/2023
Laura Maychruk of Laura Maychruk Real Estate

207 Franklin Ave, River Forest, IL 60305

$1,125,000

Last sold 11/14/2023 for $865K

  • 5

    bed

  • 4

    bath

  • 3,200

    Sqft ($270/Sqft)

House not for sale

About 207 Franklin Ave

Property type House
Neighborhood
Year built 1911
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 8,011 Sqft
Movoto estimate
Parking 2 garage spaces
Property description
This beautiful vintage home is FULL of original woodwork and has been updated with an open-concept kitchen and HUGE primary suite!! The open front porch welcomes you and then you step into a charming foyer with a view of the beautiful staircase. The wood banding throughout the home is reminiscent of the Craftsman style, blended with Victorian touches in the high ceilings, pocket doors and stained glass. There is a cozy wood-burning fireplace in the living room and a beautiful beamed ceiling and charming built-in cabinet in the formal dining room. The kitchen has been modernized with a large island, granite counter tops and stainless appliances. The spacious family room is open to the kitchen and casual dining area. A set of French doors lead out to a deck and large backyard. The second floor features 5 bedrooms including a guest room with en suite bath and a large primary suite with en suite bath, double closets and 2nd floor laundry room. 2nd floor bathrooms feature heated floors. The basement has been fully water-proofed with drain tile and sump pump and is finished with a great family room space, workout space , storage and additional laundry room. The double-hung windows throughout have been replaced with Anderson windows and there is zoned central A/C. The walk-up attic has TONS of potential and could be finished into an additional family room, office or suite. This home features over 3600 sq.ft. of finished space! There is also a 2-car garage PLUS 2 additional parking spaces which are super convenient. This home is on a SUPER block--FANTASTIC location walkable to schools, parks, CTA and Metra Trains as well as shopping!
Listed by
Listing Agent - Laura Maychruk
Listing Office - Laura Maychruk Real Estate
Source: MRED mls logo
MLS#11912202 • last updated 2 years ago
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Overview
Levels/Style Traditional
MLS # 11912202
Virtual Tour N/A
Status Closed
SubType 2 Stories
Living Area 3200
Type Detached Single
Lot Size (Acres) 0.1839
Property Tax $ 20368.31
Year Built 1911
Buyer Agent Commission 2.5%-$495, % Of Net Sale Price
HOA Fee $ Not Applicable
Interior
# Full Baths 3
Bath Desc Double Sink
# Half Baths 1
Basement Full, Finished
Dining Room Separate
Total # of Rooms 13
Accessibility Features No
# Fireplaces 1
Fireplace Living Room
Exterior
Roof Asphalt
Garage Desc Detached
# Garage Spaces 2
Parking Desc Assigned
Other Structures Garage(s)
Lot Desc Less Than 0.25 Acre
Amenities / Utilities
Electricity 200+ Amp Service
Sewer/ Septic Desc Public Sewer
Water Source Lake Michigan
HOA Fee Includes None
Location
Area River Forest
County Cook
Elementary School Lincoln Elementary School
Elementary School District 90
High School Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Middle School District 90
Middle School Roosevelt School
High School District 200
APN 15123090110000
Directions Washington West Of Harlem- To Franklin -north To Home.
$1.12M
Range: $1.01M-$1.23M
Last 30 days 
  • Dec 2023
    mls logo MLS # 11912202
  • Dec 20, 2023 Sold
    $865,000
  • Dec 19, 2023 Pending
    —
  • Nov 15, 2023 Active
    —
  • Nov 13, 2023 Listed
    $849,900 (+11.5%)
  • Dec 2023
    Public Records
  • Dec 20, 2023 Sold
    $865,000 (+1.8%)
  • Feb 2022
    Public Records
  • Feb 9, 2022 Sold
    $762,500
  • Jan 2022
    mls logo MLS # 11242805
  • Jan 18, 2022 Sold
    $762,500 (-1.6%)
  • Jan 13, 2022 Pending
    —
  • Dec 13, 2021 Active
    —
  • Oct 10, 2021 Listed
    $775,000
  • Aug 2021
    mls logo MLS # 11188379
  • Aug 13, 2021 Listed
    $775,000
  • Jun 2021
    mls logo MLS # 11127606
  • Jun 18, 2021 Listed
    $775,000 (-3.1%)
  • May 2021
    mls logo MLS # 11103279
  • May 27, 2021 Listed
    $799,900
  • Year Property taxes Tax assessment
  • 2023
    $21,267 +4.4%
    $80,999 +28.42%
  • 2022
    $20,368 +14.7%
    $63,075
  • 2021
    $17,751 +1.6%
    $63,075
  • 2020
    $17,470 +14.9%
    $63,075 +14.36%
  • 2019
    $15,206 +5.7%
    $55,155
  • 2018
    $14,392 +0.1%
    $55,155
  • 2017
    $14,372 +6.2%
    $55,155 +19.03%
  • 2016
    $13,530 +2.3%
    $46,338
  • 2015
    $13,223 +8.9%
    $46,338
  • 2014
    $12,139 -20.5%
    —
  • 2013
    $15,261
    —
  • 207 Franklin Ave
    $865K
  • River Forest
    —
  • 60305
    $417K +4% y/y
  • River Forest
    $414K +3% y/y
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Statistics calculated by Movoto
Est. value Bed/bath Sqft mi
211 Franklin Ave, River Forest, IL 60305 $644,000 3/1 1,408 0.01
203 Franklin Ave, River Forest, IL 60305 $1,488,000 4/3 3,208 0.01
215 Franklin Ave, River Forest, IL 60305 $1,095,000 4/2 2,520 0.01
217 Franklin Ave, River Forest, IL 60305 $776,000 4/2 1,711 0.02
221 Franklin Ave, River Forest, IL 60305 $697,000 4/1 1,386 0.03
206 Franklin Ave, River Forest, IL 60305 $1,063,000 4/2 2,652 0.04
210 Franklin Ave, River Forest, IL 60305 $705,000 2/2 1,209 0.04
214 Franklin Ave, River Forest, IL 60305 $872,000 4/2 2,212 0.04

Estimated values are based on public record data and automated valuation models. Values are not guaranteed and may not reflect current market conditions.

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