Welcome to this charming corner home nestled in the serene River Forest, where modern elegance meets classic charm. Situated on an oversized lot, this captivating residence offers an enchanting blend of original architectural details and contemporary updates that cater to the needs of today's discerning homeowner. Spanning across the lush property, the home boasts 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, providing ample space for comfort and relaxation. Upon entry, you're immediately greeted by an inviting open floorplan that seamlessly connects the various living spaces. Natural light floods the interiors, enhancing the warmth and vibrancy of the home. A true delight for culinary enthusiasts, the chef's kitchen is a focal point of the home. With an adjoining eat-in area, it serves as a central hub for both culinary creativity and casual gatherings. High-end stainless appliances stand as testaments to modern luxury, harmonizing perfectly with the custom cabinetry that offers both functionality and aesthetics. Ascending to the second level, you'll discover a haven of tranquility with four well-appointed bedrooms. Updated baths provide a spa-like experience, reflecting a contemporary aesthetic that complements the home's original charm. The walk-up attic offers boundless potential, inviting you to explore expansion possibilities limited only by your imagination. The lower level of the home presents a fully finished space designed for entertainment and leisure. A recreational room beckons for social gatherings, while a second full kitchen ensures convenience. Stay active and fit in the dedicated workout room, and maintain organization with the well-planned mudroom area. Stepping outside, you'll find yourself immersed in a meticulously landscaped paradise. The mature professional landscaping graces the property with natural beauty and a sense of tranquility. A fenced-in pool invites you to relax and cool off during warm days, while the park-like setting creates a private oasis for both recreation and contemplation. Convenience is key, with award-winning schools just a walk away, a park conveniently situated across the street, and a train station within blocks, connecting you to the wider community.
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$825,000
206 Franklin Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
4beds
--sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1911
0.38 Acres Lot
$1,080,500 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$4,977 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,080,500
$1.00M - $1.17M
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Classic charmModern eleganceContemporary updatesRecreational roomUpdated bathsAward-winning schoolsFully finished space
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Listed by:
Elizabeth August 773-610-8000,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
Dorothy Gillian
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 11864623
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Recreation Room, Kitchen, Workshop, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Attic, Mud Room, Sitting Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X13
Other
- Level: Third
- Area: 494 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26X19
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X14
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X22
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X18
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Granite Counters, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Kitchen 2nd
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 312 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X24
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 36 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X6
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 350 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X14
Mud room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 40 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5X8
Recreation room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 648 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 27X24
Sitting room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X10
Other
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Heating
- Steam, Baseboard, Radiator(s), Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood, Humidifier
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Attic: Full,Interior Stair,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Concrete, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Off Alley, Owned, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Outdoor Grill
- Pool features: In Ground
Lot
- Size: 0.38 Acres
- Dimensions: 92X178
- Features: Corner Lot, Landscaped, Mature Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 15123080260000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sprinkler-Lawn, Radon Mitigation System
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1911
- Major remodel year: 2019
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: River Forest
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $820,000
- Annual tax amount: $19,567
- Date on market: 8/21/2023
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/9/2023 | Sold | $825,000+3.3% |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11864623 Report a problem | ||
| 8/28/2023 | Contingent | $799,000 |
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| 8/21/2023 | Listed for sale | $799,000+22% |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11864623 Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/2020 | Sold | $655,000-10.2% |
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| 6/29/2020 | Listing removed | $729,000 |
Source: Compass #10626457 Report a problem | ||
| 6/29/2020 | Listed for sale | $729,000 |
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| 6/20/2020 | Pending sale | $729,000 |
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| 6/2/2020 | Price change | $729,000-1.4% |
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| 5/6/2020 | Price change | $739,000-1.3% |
Source: Compass #10626457 Report a problem | ||
| 2/3/2020 | Price change | $749,000-2% |
Source: Compass #10626457 Report a problem | ||
| 1/1/2020 | Price change | $764,000-1.4% |
Source: Compass #10457497 Report a problem | ||
| 8/20/2019 | Listed for sale | $774,900 |
Source: Compass #10457497 Report a problem | ||
| 8/3/2019 | Pending sale | $774,900 |
Source: Compass #10457497 Report a problem | ||
| 6/27/2019 | Price change | $774,900-3.1% |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Hinsdale Village #10383080 Report a problem | ||
| 4/12/2019 | Listed for sale | $799,900 |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential #10341739 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $82,000 +0% |
| 2023 | $21,540 +13.3% | $81,999 +31.7% |
| 2022 | $19,007 -2.9% | $62,279 -6% |
| 2021 | $19,567 -2.8% | $66,248 |
| 2020 | $20,131 +20.6% | $66,248 +10.6% |
| 2019 | $16,686 +5.7% | $59,923 |
| 2018 | $15,793 +0.2% | $59,923 |
| 2017 | $15,768 +7% | $59,923 +24.1% |
| 2016 | $14,732 +2.1% | $48,291 |
| 2015 | $14,432 +9% | $48,291 |
| 2014 | $13,236 -17.9% | $48,291 -19.2% |
| 2013 | $16,114 -4.6% | $59,738 -2.7% |
| 2012 | $16,898 +1.6% | $61,418 |
| 2011 | $16,634 +7.5% | $61,418 -8.1% |
| 2010 | $15,466 -2.5% | $66,802 -4.7% |
| 2009 | $15,859 +5.9% | $70,109 -5% |
| 2008 | $14,973 +7.6% | $73,798 +24.3% |
| 2007 | $13,919 +8% | $59,390 |
| 2006 | $12,894 +12.3% | $59,390 |
| 2005 | $11,477 -2% | $59,390 +11.7% |
| 2004 | $11,709 +4.5% | $53,170 |
| 2003 | $11,206 +4.1% | $53,170 |
| 2002 | $10,767 +35.7% | $53,170 +53.2% |
| 2001 | $7,937 +1% | $34,711 |
| 2000 | $7,857 +0.5% | $34,711 |
| 1999 | $7,815 | $34,711 |
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Neighborhood: 60305
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Lincoln Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.4 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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