Set on a quiet, tree-lined street, this sunny 3+ bedroom brick bungalow blends classic charm with flexible living on every level. Situated on a wide lot with generous space between neighboring homes, you'll love the privacy and open feel. Step into a bright front living room featuring beautiful art glass and hardwood floors throughout most of the main level. There's a separate dining room for gatherings, plus a spacious and light-filled family room addition off the back that looks out to the private, fully fenced yard. The open kitchen connects seamlessly to the family room, making everyday living and entertaining a breeze. The second bedroom features a convenient Murphy bed, making it an ideal guest space that folds up and can double as a home office. Upstairs, you'll get those cozy lakehouse vibes as you step into an incredible open living space with a working fireplace, separate heat and air, and a spacious tucked-away storage area-perfect for a future primary suite, studio, or an extra hangout space. The finished basement adds even more versatility with a 4th bedroom, an additional office, and a huge rec room, plus it's plumbed for a bathroom, offering plenty of room to work, play, and relax. And the cherry on top: a four-car garage, a rare find. Conveniently located near all three downtowns-Oak Park, River Forest, and Forest Park-with easy access to shops, dining, Washington Commons Park, and commuting options, including the Metra and the Blue and Green Lines. Recent updates: house and garage tuckpointed and front porch retiled (2023), new quartz kitchen countertop, refrigerator, and dryer (2024), and new boiler (2025). This is the one you've been waiting for!
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$665,000
133 Franklin Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
4beds
2,759sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1921
7,260 Square Feet Lot
$677,100 Zestimate®
$241/sqft
$4,505 Estimated rent
Home value
$677,100
$609,000 - $752,000
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Quiet tree-lined streetPrivate fully fenced yardBeautiful art glassPrivacy and open feel
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Listed by:
Monica Dalton, ABR,SFR 773-263-6030,
Compass
Bought with:
Suzanne Martin
Engel & Voelkers Chicago North Shore
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12538444
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Office, Family Room, Great Room, Storage
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 299 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X13
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 285 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X15
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 792 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 33X24
Great room
- Level: Second
- Area: 1012 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X44
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (SolidSurfaceCounter), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X14
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 323 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X17
Office
- Level: Basement
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X10
Storage
- Level: Second
- Area: 345 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X15
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Laundry Chute
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Replacement Windows, Quartz Counters
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Replacement Windows, Skylight(s)
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
- Attic: Dormer,Finished,Full,Interior Stair
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Double Sided, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Great Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,759
- Total interior livable area: 2,759 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1.5
Lot
- Size: 7,260 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 44x165
Details
- Parcel number: 15123160070000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1921
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: River Forest
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $241/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $517,800
- Annual tax amount: $12,152
- Date on market: 1/1/2026
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/26/2026 | Sold | $665,000$241/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12538444 Report a problem | ||
| 1/5/2026 | Contingent | $665,000$241/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12538444 Report a problem | ||
| 1/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $665,000+190.4%$241/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12538444 Report a problem | ||
| 8/6/1998 | Sold | $229,000$83/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $51,780 +0% |
| 2023 | $13,267 +13.5% | $51,779 +30.7% |
| 2022 | $11,686 +3.6% | $39,607 |
| 2021 | $11,282 -2.9% | $39,607 -4.2% |
| 2020 | $11,620 +2% | $41,342 +3% |
| 2019 | $11,395 +3.4% | $40,135 -1.9% |
| 2018 | $11,018 -4% | $40,925 -3.8% |
| 2017 | $11,471 +23% | $42,549 +35.1% |
| 2016 | $9,329 +2.2% | $31,498 |
| 2015 | $9,125 -4.4% | $31,498 -11.3% |
| 2014 | $9,541 -4.1% | $35,527 -6.2% |
| 2013 | $9,944 -2% | $37,873 |
| 2012 | $10,146 +1.1% | $37,873 |
| 2011 | $10,040 -0.2% | $37,873 -17% |
| 2010 | $10,062 +4.4% | $45,642 |
| 2009 | $9,640 +9.2% | $45,642 -5% |
| 2008 | $8,825 +0.6% | $48,044 +15.5% |
| 2007 | $8,770 +8% | $41,597 |
| 2006 | $8,124 +7.5% | $41,597 |
| 2005 | $7,555 +2.4% | $41,597 +21.6% |
| 2004 | $7,377 +4.4% | $34,217 |
| 2003 | $7,069 +4.1% | $34,217 |
| 2002 | $6,793 +28.3% | $34,217 +43.6% |
| 2001 | $5,294 -7.5% | $23,828 |
| 2000 | $5,723 +24.7% | $23,828 |
| 1999 | $4,591 | $23,828 |
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Neighborhood: 60305
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Lincoln Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.5 mi
- 9/10Roosevelt SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 10/10Oak Park & River Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lincoln Elementary School
- Middle: Roosevelt School
- High: Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
- District: 90
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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