342 Franklin Ave River Forest, IL 60305
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,203
Sq Ft
7,841
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Recreation Room
- Traditional Architecture
- Heated Sun or Florida Room
- Lincoln Elementary School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- Workshop
About This Home
As of April 2025Opportunity abounds to make this River Forest home your own. The 4 bed/2 bath fixer upper sits on a large lot, with 3-car garage (including an oh-so-cool oil-changing bay!). Natural light abounds with southern exposure, making this home especially bright. Large, sunny yard for gardening and outdoor fun. Long-term owner lived in home since 1980s. It's time now to hand over the reins. Bring your ideas as there is room to reconfigure or expand. Carpet has been removed to expose original hardwood floors on first and second levels. Vintage claw-foot tub on second floor. Original Butler's Pantry provides loads of storage and serving area off the kitchen. Gas forced air and central a/c. Located in a super friendly neighborhood and just blocks from grade school and junior high. Near Metra , Keystone Park (pickleball, platform tennis etc) and so much more. This is an "As Is" Estate Sale.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #475125503 Listed on: 03/08/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $12,587
Year Built
- Built in 1910
Parking
- 3 Car Garage
- Off Alley Parking
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,203 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Breakfast Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Recreation Room
- Workshop
- Heated Sun or Florida Room
- Utility Room with Study Area
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Pull Down Stairs to Attic
Kitchen
- Range<<rangeHoodToken>>
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Sink Near Laundry
Schools
- Lincoln Elementary School
- Roosevelt Middle School
- Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heat Pump System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 100 Amp Service
- Lake Michigan Water
Additional Features
- Enclosed patio or porch
- Lot Dimensions are 45 x 178
Listing and Financial Details
- Senior Tax Exemptions
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 8, 2025
Closed on
Apr 9, 2025
Sold by
Elizabeth A Williams Trust and Johnson Amy E
Bought by
Mjs Investment Group Llc
Seller's Agent
Sarah O'Shea Munoz
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Buyer's Agent
CJ McCann
Keller Williams Premiere Properties
List Price
$525,000
Sold Price
$455,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$70,000
-13.33%
Views
44
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
27.16%
Original Mortgage
$599,500
Outstanding Balance
$502,369
Interest Rate
6.76%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Estimated Equity
-$15,706
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 31, 2009
Sold by
Williams Elizabeth A
Bought by
Williams Elizabeth A and Elizabeth A Williams Trust #1
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $455,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $599,500 | Construction |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/10/2025 07/10/25 | For Sale | $799,900 | 0.0% | $321 / Sq Ft |
| 07/02/2025 07/02/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/26/2025 06/26/25 | For Sale | $799,900 | +75.8% | $321 / Sq Ft |
| 04/09/2025 04/09/25 | Sold | $455,000 | -13.3% | $207 / Sq Ft |
| 03/11/2025 03/11/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/08/2025 03/08/25 | For Sale | $525,000 | -- | $238 / 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 | $12,875 | $53,000 | $8,611 | $44,389 |
| 2023 | $11,862 | $53,000 | $8,611 | $44,389 |
| 2022 | $11,862 | $42,890 | $7,409 | $35,481 |
| 2021 | $8,778 | $42,889 | $7,409 | $35,480 |
| 2020 | $7,990 | $42,889 | $7,409 | $35,480 |
| 2019 | $9,023 | $43,732 | $6,808 | $36,924 |
| 2018 | $8,557 | $43,732 | $6,808 | $36,924 |
| 2017 | $8,377 | $43,732 | $6,808 | $36,924 |
| 2016 | $11,010 | $38,507 | $5,607 | $32,900 |
| 2015 | $10,748 | $38,507 | $5,607 | $32,900 |
| 2014 | $9,872 | $38,507 | $5,607 | $32,900 |
| 2013 | $11,553 | $45,454 | $5,607 | $39,847 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
CJ McCann
Seller's Agent in 2025
CJ McCann
Keller Williams Premiere Properties
(815) 761-1479
1 in this area
293 Total Sales
-
Sarah O'Shea Munoz
Seller's Agent in 2025
Sarah O'Shea Munoz
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
(708) 359-1570
23 in this area
73 Total Sales
-
Ryan Bader
R
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Ryan Bader
Keller Williams Premiere Properties
(262) 717-5305
20 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12306230
APN: 15-12-303-014-0000
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