**Prime Location in Downtown Wheaton** Walk to everything - schools, parks, downtown & train - from this vintage home full of warmth and character. Welcoming front porch doubles as a great entertaining space. Step inside and the charm is everywhere, from the beautiful hardwood floors, 9' ceilings, leaded glass windows, built ins and classic millwork. This home strikes the right balance -- all the personality of an older home paired seamlessly with more modern amenities. Comfortable flow between expanded foyer, living and dining rooms, and a kitchen that features honed granite counters, S/S appliances, breakfast bar and pantry. Smart family room addition w/office space in the back includes vintage pocket doors and fireplace mantle, all done to maintain the period look of the home. The 2nd floor features 3 generously sized bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 3rd floor includes the 4th bedroom plus a cute play room or flex space. Partially finished basement w/recreation, work and bonus rooms. Attractive stone patio with built in seating and firepit in the backyard is great for family gatherings or simply space to unwind. Roof/gutters 2019, Furnace & AC 2021, HWH 2017. This property needs a little TLC but you cannot beat this opportunity and location.
Contingent
$749,900
111 W Franklin St, Wheaton, IL 60187
4beds
2,471sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1907
7,840 Square Feet Lot
$755,300 Zestimate®
$303/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fireplace mantleVintage pocket doorsClassic millworkBreakfast barLeaded glass windowsBeautiful hardwood floorsBuilt ins
- 47 days |
- 118 |
- 2 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Bob Richter 630-788-3495,
Baird & Warner
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12685834
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Recreation Room, Play Room, Workshop, Foyer, Storage, Walk In Closet, Sitting Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Third
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X15
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 308 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X14
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 28 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X4
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Pantry-Closet, Granite Counters), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X13
Play room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Third
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X13
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X26
Sitting room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Storage
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X9
Walk in closet
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 65 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X5
Other
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 81 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X9
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Laundry: Sink
Features
- Built-in Features, Bookcases, Historic/Period Mlwk
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Partially Finished,Crawl Space,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Gas Starter, Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,471 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Fire Pit
Lot
- Size: 7,840 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 60x132
Details
- Parcel number: 0516116022
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: TV-Dish, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Radon Mitigation System
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: American 4-Sq.
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone, Fiber Cement
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1907
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Wheaton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $303/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $228,307
- Annual tax amount: $14,514
- Date on market: 7/9/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$755,300
$718,000 - $793,000
$4,298/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/17/2026 | Contingent | $749,900$303/sqft |
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| 7/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $749,900+41.5%$303/sqft |
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| 8/14/2015 | Sold | $530,000-3.6%$214/sqft |
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| 6/24/2015 | Pending sale | $549,900$223/sqft |
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| 5/16/2015 | Listed for sale | $549,900$223/sqft |
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| 5/11/2015 | Pending sale | $549,900$223/sqft |
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| 4/16/2015 | Price change | $549,900-2.7%$223/sqft |
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| 3/4/2015 | Listed for sale | $564,900+1.1%$229/sqft |
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| 12/15/2014 | Listing removed | $559,000$226/sqft |
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| 11/4/2014 | Price change | $559,000-1.8%$226/sqft |
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| 8/27/2014 | Price change | $569,000-1%$230/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 6/23/2014 | Listed for sale | $575,000+7.5%$233/sqft |
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| 6/12/2009 | Listing removed | $535,000$217/sqft |
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| 3/15/2009 | Listed for sale | $535,000+6.5%$217/sqft |
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| 11/2/2006 | Sold | $502,500+15.8%$203/sqft |
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| 11/2/2005 | Sold | $434,000+30.5%$176/sqft |
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| 3/1/2004 | Sold | $332,500$135/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $14,199 +3.9% | $228,307 +8.6% |
| 2023 | $13,661 +2.4% | $210,150 +5.8% |
| 2022 | $13,339 +0.3% | $198,610 +2.4% |
| 2021 | $13,299 +0.3% | $193,900 +0.9% |
| 2020 | $13,259 +2.3% | $192,090 +2.7% |
| 2019 | $12,959 +2.7% | $187,020 +3.8% |
| 2018 | $12,619 +1.5% | $180,230 +3.8% |
| 2017 | $12,437 +1.3% | $173,580 +4.2% |
| 2016 | $12,279 +0.7% | $166,650 +4.8% |
| 2015 | $12,193 +0.6% | $158,990 +2.3% |
| 2014 | $12,118 +2.6% | $155,450 -0.3% |
| 2013 | $11,806 +21.9% | $155,920 -4.1% |
| 2012 | $9,682 +1.5% | $162,580 -6.4% |
| 2011 | $9,538 -1% | $173,641 +7.4% |
| 2010 | $9,637 +2.3% | $161,710 -4.3% |
| 2009 | $9,424 +13% | $168,980 +10.2% |
| 2008 | $8,338 +4.2% | $153,390 +4.8% |
| 2007 | $7,998 +28.1% | $146,370 +32.2% |
| 2006 | $6,246 +4.5% | $110,690 +7.1% |
| 2005 | $5,976 +5.8% | $103,350 +7.3% |
| 2004 | $5,649 +3.9% | $96,320 +8.4% |
| 2003 | $5,436 +11.2% | $88,850 +11.5% |
| 2002 | $4,889 +2.7% | $79,680 +7.5% |
| 2001 | $4,760 +3% | $74,130 +5.1% |
| 2000 | $4,620 | $70,530 |
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Neighborhood: Northside
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Longfellow Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 9/10Franklin Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 8/10Wheaton North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Longfellow Elementary School
- Middle: Franklin Middle School
- High: Wheaton North High School
- District: 200
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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