$165,000

406 Franklin Ave Unit 1A River Forest, IL 60305

Estimated payment $1,556/month

Total Views 714
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,199 Sq Ft
$138 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Park
  • Resident Manager or Management On Site
  • Property is near a bus stop
  • Lincoln Elementary School Rated A
  • Laundry Room
  • 3-minute walk to Keystone Park East

About This Home

Investor-Friendly 2 Bed / 1 Bath in River Forest - Steps from Downtown Oak Park! Great opportunity to own a spacious first-floor 1 bedroom / 1 bath unit in highly sought-after River Forest - just minutes from vibrant downtown Oak Park! This unit features a large master suite, an open living/dining room combo, and a bright eat-in kitchen. Located in an investor-friendly building, it's perfect for a rental property, flip, or personal renovation project. Needs some TLC - priced with potential in mind Laundry in the building Parking included Close to shopping, schools, library, medical facilities, restaurants, coffee shops, and public transit This is a rare chance to get into a desirable area with tons of upside. Bring your ideas and make it your own! Sold as-is. Don't miss out - schedule your tour today!

Listing Agent

Kimberley Johnson

Keller Williams Rlty Partners License #471021561 Listed on: 08/08/2025

Keller Williams Rlty Partners

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,302

HOA Fees

  • $460 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,199 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Laundry Room

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Potential Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • 1 Parking Space
  • Driveway

Location

  • Property is near a bus stop

Schools

  • Oak Park & River Forest High Sch

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, water, gas, parking, insurance, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal
  • 6 Units
  • Lauren Cagney Association, Phone Number (630) 941-0135
  • Property managed by Reis Management

Amenities

  • Coin Laundry
  • Community Storage Space

Recreation

  • Park

Pet Policy

  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Security

  • Resident Manager or Management On Site

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,302

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$460 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Type Attached: Condo
  • Ownership: Fee Simple w/ HO Assn.
  • EntryLevel: 1
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Condo
  • Age: 41-50 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 3

Interior Features

  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • LivingArea: 1199
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Stories Total: 3
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • List Price: 165000
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Asphalt, On Site
  • ParkingTotal: 1

Utilities

  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK
  • Association Fee: 460
  • Association Amenities: Coin Laundry, Storage, Park, Laundry, Public Bus, School Bus
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Management: Manager Off-site
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Management Company: Reis Management
  • Management Contact Name: Lauren Cagney
  • Management Phone: 630-941-0135

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Gas, Parking, Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal

Schools

  • High School: Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
  • Middle/Junior School District: 90

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 0
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 8
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): Yes
  • Max Pet Weight: 999

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2302
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 6

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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 $2,302 $14,377 $1,059 $13,318
2023 $2,513 $15,025 $1,059 $13,966
2022 $2,513 $13,941 $862 $13,079
2021 $2,471 $13,939 $861 $13,078
2020 $2,539 $13,939 $861 $13,078
2019 $2,542 $14,361 $787 $13,574
2018 $3,459 $17,953 $787 $17,166
2017 $5,257 $17,953 $787 $17,166
2016 $4,501 $13,993 $664 $13,329
2015 $3,001 $13,993 $664 $13,329
2014 $2,776 $13,993 $664 $13,329
2013 $2,459 $13,222 $664 $12,558
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/08/2025 08/08/25 For Sale $165,000 +33.1% $138 / Sq Ft
03/16/2016 03/16/16 Sold $124,000 -8.8% --
01/19/2016 01/19/16 Price Changed $135,900 +8.7% --
01/11/2016 01/11/16 Pending -- -- --
01/11/2016 01/11/16 Price Changed $125,000 +0.8% --
12/23/2015 12/23/15 Off Market $124,000 -- --
10/26/2015 10/26/15 Price Changed $135,900 -2.6% --
08/14/2015 08/14/15 For Sale $139,500 -- --
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Attorney
Warranty Deed $145,000 Prairie Title
Warranty Deed $124,000 Prairie Title
Trustee Deed $98,500 --
Trustee Deed $284,666 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $111,600 New Conventional
Previous Owner $90,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $90,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $88,200 No Value Available
Previous Owner $35,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

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Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12442005

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 15-12-115-018-1001