Seller's Agent in 2021
Sandi Graves
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
(708) 752-6540
5 in this area
22 Total Sales
220 Franklin Ave River Forest, IL 60305
Estimated Value: $880,000 - $1,156,672
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,754
Sq Ft
$279/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Property is near a park
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Wood Flooring
- Lincoln Elementary School Rated A
- Recreation Room
- 4-minute walk to Washington Square Park
About This Home
As of July 2021Look no further, this classic River Forest home checks all the boxes! This beauty features a welcoming front porch, a separate living room with a fireplace and a dining room perfect for entertaining. Also included is a 1st floor office/bedroom as well as a large sunken family room which boasts its own home theater system and a second fireplace. The well designed eat-in kitchen boasts a large island, granite countertops and high end, stainless steel appliances. The second level features 4 additional bedrooms including a primary en-suite with a steam shower, heated bathroom floors, custom cabinetry, vaulted ceilings and a second home theater system. There is also a 2nd floor nook perfect for reading and relaxing. The finished basement features another bedroom/office, a large family room, utility room and a half bath. With summer around the corner, there are multiple outdoor spaces to enjoy including a separate dining area and a side yard for additional gardening space. Other features include dual staircases, a 2 car garage with EV charging station, 2 exterior parking spots, an outdoor retractable awning, an in-ground sprinkler system, low voltage landscape lighting and a home alarm system. All this in a great neighborhood, close to the Metra station, parks and River Forest award winning schools.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #475162952 Listed on: 05/22/2021
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $16,389
Year Built
- Built in 1913
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 44 x 178
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Transmitter
- Garage Door Opener
- Off Alley Parking
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Victorian Architecture
- Wood Siding
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 3,754 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Recreation Room
- Bonus Room
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Microwave
- High End Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Granite Countertops
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Potential Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Schools
- Lincoln Elementary School
- Roosevelt Middle School
- Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
- Lake Michigan Water
Additional Features
- Brick Porch or Patio
- Property is near a park
Community Details
- Tennis Courts
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 22, 2021
Closed on
Jul 8, 2021
Sold by
Levy Douglas M and The Douglas Levy Trust
Bought by
Baker Robert Owen and Alexander Kendall
Seller's Agent
Sandi Graves
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Buyer's Agent
Kit Welch
Baird & Warner
Sold Price
$835,000
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$211,918
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.43%
Original Mortgage
$751,500
Interest Rate
3.37%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 7, 2015
Sold by
Levy Douglas M and Levy Jennifer
Bought by
Levy Douglas M and Douglas Levy Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 12, 1997
Sold by
Walsh John J and Walsh Marilyn A
Bought by
Levy Douglas M and Levy Jennifer
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$156,800
Interest Rate
7.36%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baker Robert Owen | $835,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Levy Douglas M | -- | None Available | |
| Levy Douglas M | $186,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Baker Robert Owen | $751,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Levy Douglas M | $156,800 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/08/2021 07/08/21 | Sold | $835,000 | -1.8% | $222 / Sq Ft |
| 05/26/2021 05/26/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/26/2021 05/26/21 | For Sale | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/19/2021 05/19/21 | For Sale | $849,900 | -- | $226 / 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 | $22,635 | $86,000 | $8,419 | $77,581 |
| 2023 | $18,291 | $86,000 | $8,419 | $77,581 |
| 2022 | $18,291 | $60,065 | $7,245 | $52,820 |
| 2021 | $17,643 | $60,063 | $7,244 | $52,819 |
| 2020 | $18,092 | $62,642 | $7,244 | $55,398 |
| 2019 | $16,389 | $56,222 | $6,657 | $49,565 |
| 2018 | $15,513 | $56,222 | $6,657 | $49,565 |
| 2017 | $15,475 | $56,222 | $6,657 | $49,565 |
| 2016 | $15,168 | $49,646 | $5,482 | $44,164 |
| 2015 | $14,861 | $49,646 | $5,482 | $44,164 |
| 2014 | $13,628 | $49,646 | $5,482 | $44,164 |
| 2013 | $10,305 | $39,151 | $5,482 | $33,669 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Sandi Graves
-
Kit Welch
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Kit Welch
Baird Warner
(727) 512-0257
1 in this area
101 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 11086415
APN: 15-12-308-020-0000
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