NOT LISTED FOR SALE

228 Franklin Ave River Forest, IL 60305

Estimated Value: $1,090,000 - $1,327,000

3 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,419 Sq Ft
$355/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 31, 2019

Last sale price $850,000 $249 Per Sq Ft

Est. 45% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,553 / mo

62 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Heated Floors
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Lincoln Elementary School Rated A
  • Recreation Room
  • 4-minute walk to Washington Square Park

About This Home

As of May 2019

This is truly a Gorgeous House! Brick Georgian with a huge surprise inside! Elegance, modern day conveniences, and space abound as property was doubled in size in '06. Looking for a cook's kitchen & family room combo? Whether for entertaining or just everyday comfortable family living, look no further! Kitchen features custom cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless appliances and a wine cooler. The large double-sided fireplace is a grand focal point that connects the huge family room to a bright and dreamy sunroom with heated floors. Other features include Hardwood floors, surround sound, New Roof, New Windows,Zoned HVAC, new furnace and 3 fireplaces. Bring the party outside to a large backyard with a beautifully paver patio, surround sound and b-ball court! Enjoy an Unbelievable master bedroom with a HUGE walk-in closet and deluxe master bath with heated floors! Fab LL Rec Room w fireplace and heated floors. Meticulously maintained mechanics! Great block & excellent school.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lisa Grimes

Engel & Voelkers Chicago License #475155715 Listed on: 02/12/2019

Engel & Voelkers Chicago

Last Buyer's Agent

Christopher Garvey

eXp Realty License #475161430

eXp Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $16,259

Year Built

  • Built in 1942 | Remodeled in 2006

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 44 x 177
  • Fenced Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Off Alley Parking
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Georgian Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 3,419 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Double Sided Fireplace
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Kitchen

  • Range with Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Heated Floors

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Dual Sinks
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump
  • Fireplace in Basement
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Schools

  • Lincoln Elementary School
  • Roosevelt Middle School
  • Oak Park & River Forest High Sch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Humidifier
  • Radiant Heating System
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Satellite Dish

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$16,259

Year Built

Built in 1942 | Remodeled in 2006

Lot Details

7,841 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Georgian
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1942
  • Age: 71-80 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2006
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Renovated: 2006

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood
  • Basement: Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Double Sided, Wood Burning, Gas Starter
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Interior Amenities: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, Heated Floors, Second Floor Laundry
  • LivingArea: 3419
  • Other Equipment: Humidifier, TV-Dish, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump;
  • Room Type: Recreation Room, Sun Room, Walk In Closet
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Double Sink
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 1
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Lot Features: Fenced Yard
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Off Alley
  • ParkingTotal: 4
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage,Space/s
  • Parking On-Site: Yes
  • Parking Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Forced Air, Radiant
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee: No

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Lincoln Elementary School
  • High School: Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
  • Middle/Junior School: Roosevelt School

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Dimensions: 44 X 177
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 16
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 16259
  • Tax Year: 2016
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 12, 2019
Closed on
May 28, 2019
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Lisa Grimes
Engel & Voelkers Chicago
Buyer's Agent
Christopher Garvey
eXp Realty
List Price
$875,000
Sold Price
$850,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-2.86%
Current Estimated Value
$1,235,545

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$385,545
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.13%
Original Mortgage
$680,000
Interest Rate
0.042%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 19, 2003
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 30, 2002
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 23, 2002
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$147,300
Interest Rate
0.0608%
Mortgage Type
Balloon

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 3, 2002
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 6, 2000
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 17, 1998
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$850,000 Prairie Title
-- --
-- --
-- Stewart Title
-- --
-- --
$225,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Closed $680,000
Previous Owner $147,300
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/31/2019 05/31/19 Sold $850,000 -2.9% $249 / Sq Ft
04/15/2019 04/15/19 Pending -- -- --
02/12/2019 02/12/19 For Sale $875,000 -- $256 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History

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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
2025 $22,561 $85,726 $8,419 $77,307
2024 $22,561 $85,726 $8,419 $77,307
2023 $20,873 $85,726 $8,419 $77,307
2022 $20,873 $68,061 $7,245 $60,816
2021 $20,130 $68,059 $7,244 $60,815
2020 $19,738 $68,059 $7,244 $60,815
2019 $18,107 $61,757 $6,657 $55,100
2018 $17,140 $61,757 $6,657 $55,100
2017 $17,096 $61,757 $6,657 $55,100
2016 $16,259 $53,040 $5,482 $47,558
2015 $15,933 $53,040 $5,482 $47,558
2014 $14,611 $53,040 $5,482 $47,558
2013 $15,639 $59,935 $5,482 $54,453
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Lisa Grimes

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Lisa Grimes

    Engel & Voelkers Chicago

    (708) 205-9518

    54 Total Sales

    Lisa Grimes
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  • Christopher Garvey

    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Christopher Garvey

    eXp Realty

    (312) 434-3187

    54 Total Sales

    Christopher Garvey
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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 10157002

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 15-12-308-018-0000

Illinois Cook County River Forest 60305

228 Franklin Ave, River Forest, IL

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