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$535,000
● House - Off Market

1223 FRANKLIN Avenue

RIVER FOREST, IL 60305
bedrooms
3 Beds
bathrooms
4 Baths, 2 Half Baths
$912,927
RealtyHop Estimate
61.58%
Since Jun 1, 2017
National-US
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About This Property

FANTASTIC 3BR MID-CENTURY W/OPEN FLOOR PLAN NOT USUALLY FOUND IN A RANCH. LR & DR W/HDWD FLRS & LRG WINDOWS OPEN TO FAM RM W/WDBG FRPLC. LRG EAT-IN KITCHEN W/NEW GRANITE COUNTERS. 1ST FLR LAUNDRY RM & ATTACHED 2 CAR GARAGE. LRG MASTER SUITE + 2 NICE SIZED BR'S. FABULOUS LL W/HUGE REC ROOM & BAR AREA W/2 BUILT-IN BOOTHS. NEW ROOF, FURNACE & H2O HEATER. SCREENED IN PORCH IN PRIVATE BACK YARD. YOU WON'T BE DISAPPOINTED.
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Days on Market
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Property Type
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Property Taxes
$1,372
HOA Dues
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Year Built
1954

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Last updated: 3 years ago (MRED MLS #09597194)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Nov 22, 2022 Sold
Sold
Jul 13, 2022 Listed by @properties Christie's International Real Estate $869,000
Listed by @properties Christie's International Real Estate
This mid century modern ranch offers tons of functional living space & natural light on the main level. The main floor features 3 large bedrooms, 2 Full baths and a powder room off of the foyer for guests. Many original items have been kept in place from the original front door, flagstone foyer with period mirrored glass and large coat closets. Midcentury modern lovers will adore the vintage den which received new oak wood floors to tie into the rest of the home. The classic den retains its wood burning fireplace and original stone hearth with built-in cabinets & secretary for all of your albums, books, work and tech needs from Hi-Fi to Wi Fi. A completely new custom kitchen has been completed and includes a walk-in pantry, laundry room/mud room with lockers and are conveniently located off the attached large 2 car garage. New kitchen picture window, new custom CountrysideCabinets Kitchen cabinets feature soft closing cabinets and dovetailed drawers with matte gold handles/pulls & faucets to accentuate the white Quartz countertops and marble lit bascksplashs. Brand new stainless steel GE Profile appliance package features new stove with hood vent above a marble backsplash, energy efficient refrigerator and below shelf microwave. All new bathrooms throughout: The ensuite primary bedroom features a full bath remodel with skylight, large white marble shower with bench and glass partition, dresser style sink with below sink storage drawers. The 2nd full bathroom is easily accessible between the other two large main floor bedrooms. The full bath was recently completed keeping the style of the period with updated modern conveniences: New shower/tub combination, new porcelain tile flooring, dual sink vanity, linen closet, new mirrors, porcelain tiled backsplash, and matte gold 3 station fixtures and new solid doors. *The listing pictures show the large 2nd and 3rd bedrooms currently and what they may look like with virtual paint and adult furniture. The popcorn ceilings have been removed throughout the residence while keeping the original recessed light fixtures in place and adding additional recessed lighting over the formal dining area. The completely refinished basement boasts all new windows, solid doors, new recessed lighting on dimmer switches throughout. The floors were redone using a luxury vinyl tile, that is cork backed and mold resistant. The additional framed-out basement bonus room with closet would make for a fantastic office, gym, home theater or 4th bedroom. Ideal finished basement with access to a powder room, full working wet bar with mini fridge, microwave, and white quartz counter bar top. Currently the lower level is being used as a guest room with HUGE recreation room divided into multiple sitting areas. Need storage space? 4 additional storage closets including a cedar-lined closet for seasonal clothing. MECHANICS: Bryant furnace 2016, Payne AC 2022, hot water tank 2016. New Electrical, new windows. GARAGE: The attached 2.5 car heated garage offers built-in cabinets and additional refrigerator. EXTERIOR Improvements include: 2016 removal of old electric lines, new roof 2016, complete painting of exterior 2022, new window wells 2022, complete 2020 renovation of drainage system, downspouts & sewer clean out. Pet lovers will be glad to know the entire yard has been gated. ARCHITECTURE: Designed by Harold H. Croft, built with its mirror image example next door at 1227 Franklin in 1954, the homes were then built by his father Sam L. Croft. LOCATION: Easy walk to Willard elementary School next door. Conveniently located near great restaurants, multiple grocery stores, fitness/health clubs and mix of active and serene parks. 1223 Franklin truly is a great home.
May 26, 2017 Sold
Sold
Apr 17, 2017 Listed by Gloor Realty Company $565,000
Listed by Gloor Realty Company

Property Highlights

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Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1954
  • Effective Year Built: 1954
  • Building Count: 1
  • Total Rooms: 8
  • Bedroom Count: 4
  • Bathroom Count: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Partial Bathrooms: 2
  • Building Condition: 6
  • Building Quality: 7
  • Construction Type: 12
  • Building Style: 11
  • Exterior Walls Type: 24
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 0
  • Roof Cover Type: 15
  • Floor Count: 100
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 3
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: 1
  • Parking Space Count: 2
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 0

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 11,765
  • Total Building Area: 2,748
  • Gross Building Area: 2,748
  • Building Area: 2,748
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Fireplace Count: 1
  • Air Conditioning: 13
  • Heating: 24
  • Heated Square Feet: 2,748
  • Heating Fuel Type: 0

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: BUURMA BROTHERS SUB OF E 6ACS OF W 9A
  • Land Acres: 0000000270
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 2-04

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: River Forest School District 90
  • Census Tract: 811900

Geography

  • District: 33
  • Parcel: 15-01-112-041-0000
  • Lot: 4,5
  • Meridian: SEC 01 TWN 39N RNG 12E
  • Municipality: RIVER FOREST
  • Latitude: 41.9022
  • Longitude: -87.818

    Address

  • Full Address: 1223 Franklin Ave
  • Address - House Number: 1223
  • Address - Street Name: Franklin
  • Address - Suffix Type: Ave
  • State: IL
  • City Name: River Forest
  • Carrier Code: C002
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 1037
  • Zip Code: 60305

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Amount: $1,826,048
  • Tax Rate Code Area: 33001

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.2465
  • Valuation Date: Mar 20, 2024
  • Confidence Score: 65
  • Final Value: 823,981
  • High Value: 1,027,121
  • Low Value: 620,841

    Market Valuation

  • Market Total Value: $830,000
  • Market Land Value: $179,420
  • Market Improvement Value: $650,580

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2023
  • Assessed Total Value: $83,000
  • Assessed Land Value: $17,942
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $65,058

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Nov 02, 2022
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Dec 01, 2022
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 71
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 8020
  • Previous Sale Recording Date: Jun 20, 2017
  • Previous Sale Contract Date: May 16, 2017
  • Previous Sale Amount: $535,000
  • Previous Sale Document Type: 27
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The property at 1223 Franklin Avenue was built in 1954 and last sold on Nov 2, 2022 for $855,000.
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