Brian Behan
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(833) 418-3024
139 Total Sales
70 in River Forest
$115K - $2M Price Range
343 Franklin Ave River Forest, IL 60305
River Forest Area
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,167
Sq Ft
1892
Built
Highlights
- Deck
- Radiant Floor
- Play Room
- English Architecture
- Screened Porch
- Formal Dining Room
About This Home
As of July 2026Nestled in the heart of prestigious River Forest, this beautifully maintained and thoughtfully updated traditional style home blends historical charm with modern upgrades. Features includes: Lush and beautifully landscaped front and back yards, a welcoming front porch, a charming living room with gas fireplace, a separate dining room & den. The 2012 addition brings an expanded Chef's kitchen with a centerpiece-quartz-topped island, abundant custom cabinetry, and updated appliances offering both quality and functionality. The walk-in pantry, newer full bath, heated floors, separate laundry room with side-by-side Whirlpool Washer & Dryer and charming screened in back porch with a bar-b-que balcony with a natural gas hook-up complete the addition. The second level of the home features 4 bedrooms with the primary bedroom offering a walk-in closet. Spacious, unfinished attic with pull down stairs provides great storage. Clean and bright unfinished basement level offers easy access to all mechanicals with additional rooms for storage, play, or hobbies. The heated exterior stairs to the basement provide convenient all-season access. Plus, a 2.5 car garage with additional parking pad! Located just blocks from two elementary schools, Keystone Park, the Green Line, the Blue Line, and the Metra. Pride of ownership is on full display as this home has been lovingly maintained."
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #475140340 Listed on: 06/18/2026
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $16,551
Year Built
- Built in 1892 | Remodeled in 2012
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 45x178
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Sprinkler System
Parking
- 2.5 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Available
- Garage Door Opener
- Off Alley Parking
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- English Architecture
- Frame Construction
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,167 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Drapes & Rods
- Wood Frame Window
- Window Screens
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Play Room
- Screened Porch
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Kitchen
- Gas Cooktop
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Radiant Floor
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Dual Sinks
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Exterior Basement Entry
- Sump Pump
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Screened Patio
Schools
- Lincoln Elementary School
- Roosevelt Middle School
- Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Cooling System Powered By Gas
- Radiator
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Radiant Heating System
- Baseboard Heating
- Lake Michigan Water
Listing and Financial Details
- Senior Tax Exemptions
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 12, 2015
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 16, 2003
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 15, 1998
Sold by
Bought by
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in River Forest, IL
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Brian Behan
-
Edward Gunther
Edward Gunther
Keller Williams North Shore West
(224) 287-9194
24 Total Sales
1 in River Forest
$100,000 Price
-
Helen Paredes
Helen Paredes
@properties Christies International Real Estate
(877) 801-0624
48 Total Sales
1 in River Forest
$245,000 Price
-
Rafay Qamar
Rafay Qamar
Real Broker LLC
(833) 359-9113
1,068 Total Sales
3 in River Forest
$103K - $260K Price Range
-
Lisa Magidson
Lisa Magidson
North Clybourn Group, Inc.
(888) 367-2916
142 Total Sales
1 in River Forest
$365,000 Price
-
Yevhen Hurtovyi
Yevhen Hurtovyi
Realta Real Estate
(773) 570-9695
233 Total Sales
1 in River Forest
$92,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Attorney | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/31/2026 07/31/26 | Sold | $860,000 | +1.3% | $397 / Sq Ft |
| 06/20/2026 06/20/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/18/2026 06/18/26 | For Sale | $849,000 | -- | $392 / 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 | $18,898 | $64,048 | $8,611 | $55,437 |
| 2024 | $18,898 | $64,048 | $8,611 | $55,437 |
| 2023 | $11,910 | $75,000 | $8,611 | $66,389 |
| 2022 | $11,910 | $43,041 | $7,409 | $35,632 |
| 2021 | $11,521 | $43,040 | $7,409 | $35,631 |
| 2020 | $11,382 | $43,040 | $7,409 | $35,631 |
| 2019 | $11,354 | $42,748 | $6,808 | $35,940 |
| 2018 | $10,746 | $42,748 | $6,808 | $35,940 |
| 2017 | $10,739 | $42,748 | $6,808 | $35,940 |
| 2016 | $8,231 | $29,866 | $5,607 | $24,259 |
| 2015 | $8,610 | $29,866 | $5,607 | $24,259 |
| 2014 | $7,902 | $29,866 | $5,607 | $24,259 |
| 2013 | $9,985 | $38,017 | $5,607 | $32,410 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Nancy Yockel
Seller's Agent in 2026
Nancy Yockel
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
38 Total Sales
-
Zak Knebel
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Zak Knebel
@ Properties
(773) 290-9293
285 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12675289
APN: 15-12-304-002-0000
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