Seller's Agent in 2025
Brian Behan
@ Properties
(312) 480-1244
85 in this area
159 Total Sales
1318 Franklin Ave River Forest, IL 60305
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,764
Sq Ft
1942
Built
Highlights
- Colonial Architecture
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Recreation Room
- Willard Elementary School Rated A
- Property is near a park
- 2-minute walk to Constitution Park
About This Home
As of July 2025Extremely well maintained full brick Colonial on an oversize lot with gorgeous mature trees in north central River Forest. Steps away from Constitution Park, Willard Elementary and North Ave restaurants. Hardwood flooring and custom molding throughout; spacious Living Room features a gas log fireplace w/ remote, formal dining room looks out to the professionally landscaped backyard, family room addition with heated marble floors walks out to the yard, kitchen and sitting room round out this level. Second level boasts 4 beds; the primary en suite features another gas fireplace w/ remote and a massive office/bonus space. The other 3 beds share a hallway bath. There is a pull down attic staircase that allows for easy access to storage, or you can get creative with the floor plan and build a proper staircase for additional 3rd floor living space. The full basement boasts a spacious rec room w/3rd gas log fireplace w/ remote, dry bar and a sauna! There is ample storage and zoned mechanicals on the unfinished side. Additionally there is a Generac backup generator, full paver brick drive and a brick 2 car garage with potting/storage shed on the west side.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475175921 Listed on: 04/07/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $23,374
Year Built
- Built in 1942
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 50x180
- Additional Parcels
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 2,764 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Built-In Features
- Bar
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Attached Fireplace Door
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 3 Fireplaces
- Sitting Room
- Breakfast Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Recreation Room
- Pull Down Stairs to Attic
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
- Sink Near Laundry
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Fireplace in Basement
Schools
- Willard Elementary School
- Roosevelt Middle School
- Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Additional Features
- Patio
- Property is near a park
Listing and Financial Details
- Senior Tax Exemptions
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 7, 2025
Closed on
Jul 24, 2025
Sold by
Js Lilypad I Llc
Bought by
Harris Andrew and Harris Megan
Seller's Agent
Brian Behan
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Leigh Marcus
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$1,149,000
Sold Price
$975,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$174,000
-15.14%
Views
94
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
22.96%
Original Mortgage
$682,500
Outstanding Balance
$681,351
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$332,699
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 26, 2024
Sold by
Ellen F Steinberg Revocable Trust
Bought by
Js Lilypad I Llc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 11, 1998
Sold by
Steinberg Ellen M and Steinberg Ellen F
Bought by
Steinberg Ellen F and Steinberg Ellen M
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $975,000 | Gmt Title | |
| Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $682,500 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/31/2025 07/31/25 | Sold | $975,000 | -7.1% | $353 / Sq Ft |
| 06/20/2025 06/20/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/12/2025 05/12/25 | Price Changed | $1,049,000 | -8.7% | $380 / Sq Ft |
| 04/07/2025 04/07/25 | For Sale | $1,149,000 | -- | $416 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $19,596 | $77,548 | $13,801 | $63,747 |
| 2023 | $16,221 | $77,548 | $13,801 | $63,747 |
| 2022 | $16,221 | $56,390 | $11,991 | $44,399 |
| 2021 | $15,672 | $56,390 | $11,991 | $44,399 |
| 2020 | $15,438 | $56,390 | $11,991 | $44,399 |
| 2019 | $15,428 | $55,869 | $10,860 | $45,009 |
| 2018 | $15,081 | $57,500 | $10,860 | $46,640 |
| 2017 | $15,059 | $57,500 | $10,860 | $46,640 |
| 2016 | $15,470 | $52,371 | $9,050 | $43,321 |
| 2015 | $15,130 | $52,371 | $9,050 | $43,321 |
| 2014 | $14,108 | $53,137 | $9,050 | $44,087 |
| 2013 | $14,457 | $55,747 | $9,050 | $46,697 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Brian Behan
-
Leigh Marcus
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Leigh Marcus
@ Properties
(773) 645-0686
1 in this area
1,162 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12331290
APN: 15-01-111-038-0000
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