343 Franklin Ave River Forest, IL 60305
Estimated payment $5,956/month
Highlights
- Deck
- English Architecture
- Screened Porch
- Lincoln Elementary School Rated A
- Radiant Floor
- Play Room
About This Home
Nestled 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."
Listing Agent
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #475140340 Listed on: 06/18/2026
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
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 |
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/20/2026 06/20/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/18/2026 06/18/26 | For Sale | $849,000 | -- | $392 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Attorney | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | $150,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12675289
APN: 15-12-304-002-0000
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