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$850,000
7 Days On Site

1439 Franklin Avenue
River Forest, IL 60305

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
4
Beds
4
Total Baths
2
Full Baths
2
Partial Baths
2,310
SqFt
$368
/SqFt
1942
Built
County:
Cook
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of Redfin Corporation
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Welcome to this charming and well-maintained solid brick home in desirable River Forest, lovingly cared for by its long-time owner and now ready for its next chapter. Rich with character and timeless appeal, this inviting residence presents an exceptional opportunity to personalize and enhance a home in a wonderful community. Thoughtfully maintained over the years, the home offers a comfortable layout and a solid foundation for creating a residence that reflects your own style and vision. From the moment you enter into the inviting foyer, you'll feel right at home. The living room welcomes you with natural light pouring through oversized windows and a warm fireplace as its centerpiece. Attached den makes a perfect office or playroom. Entertaining comes easy here: the formal dining room links to the kitchen with plenty of counter space, custom cabinetry, and newer stainless steel appliances. The bright and airy primary suite features full bath and large closet with built in storage. Three additional large bedrooms with ample closet space and a full hall bath complete the second level. The finished basement expands the home's versatility with entertaining area, office nook, half bath, second fireplace, and a large dedicated storage area. Beautifully maintained private yard with mature trees and a concrete patio for entertaining. The heated 2.5-car garage with its own thermostat is a standout feature, offering exceptional utility, storage potential, and workspace flexibility. Situated in a sought-after River Forest setting, this home is surrounded by quiet, tree-lined streets, classic architecture, and an inviting neighborhood atmosphere. Enjoy the convenience of being just blocks from Constitution Park and Willard Elementary School, with easy access to River Forest School District 90, Oak Park and River Forest High School, and the cultural and educational amenities of Dominican University. The location offers an ideal balance of community and convenience, with parks, dining, shopping, and commuter transportation all close by. Easy access to downtown Chicago further enhances the appeal of this established suburban neighborhood. With its charming surroundings, convenient location, and wonderful neighborhood setting, this is an opportunity to experience all that makes River Forest such a desirable place to call home.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$850,000
Days On Site 
7 Days
Bedrooms 
4
Inside Area (SqFt) 
2,310 sqft
Total Baths 
4
Full Baths 
2
Partial Baths 
2
Lot Size 
N/A
Year Built 
1942
MLS® Number 
12778628
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$19,669.38
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Other
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
4 hours agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
4 hours agoStatus changed to Active
a week agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Attached Garage 
Yes
Direction Faces 
East
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
2
Parking 
Garage Door OpenerHeated GarageAttachedGarage
Parking Spaces 
2
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
Interior Features
Appliances 
RangeDishwasherRefrigeratorDisposalRange Hood
Basement 
Sump PumpPartially FinishedFull
Cooling 
Ceiling Fan(s)Central Air
Electric 
Circuit BreakersFuses
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Living RoomWood Burning
Fireplaces 
2
Flooring 
Hardwood
Heating 
Natural GasForced Air
Laundry Features 
Gas Dryer HookupLaundry ChuteSink
Window Features 
ScreensBlindsDouble Pane WindowsDrapesShuttersStorm Window(s)
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions - 13X15Level - Second
Bedroom 3 
Dimensions - 13X13Level - Second
Bedroom 4 
Dimensions - 11X9Level - Second
Den 
Dimensions - 11X9Level - Main
Dining Room 
Dimensions - 13X14Level - Main
Family Room 
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 13X17Level - MainDescription - Eating Area-Table Space
Laundry 
Dimensions - 7X25Level - Basement
Living Room 
Dimensions - 14X32Level - Main
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 14X19Level - Second
Office 
Dimensions - 11X8Level - Basement
Recreation Room 
Dimensions - 20X23Level - Basement
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Brick
Windows/Doors 
ScreensBlindsDouble Pane WindowsDrapesShuttersStorm Window(s)
Community Features
Community Features 
ParkSidewalksStreet Lights
MLS Area 
River Forest
School District 
Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Township 
River Forest
Schools
School District
Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Elementary School
Willard Elementary School
Middle School
Roosevelt School
High School
Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of Redfin Corporation



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