NOT LISTED FOR SALE

912 Franklin Ave River Forest, IL 60305

Estimated Value: $948,000 - $1,461,000

3 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,783 Sq Ft
$303/Sq Ft Est. Value

Highlights

  • Recreation Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Willard Elementary School Rated A
  • Furnished
  • 2 Car Attached Garage

About This Home

As of May 2023

Fantastic opportunity to live in a one-of-kind home with open, light-filled rooms and flexible floor plan. The first floor features a spacious ensuite bedroom, and multiple living areas all centered around the beautiful courtyard. The eat-in kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and center island is a chef's dream. Separate dining room, office area, and laundry room are conveniently located off the kitchen area. On the second floor, you'll find two additional ensuite bedrooms with loads of closet space and separate dressing areas. Both bedrooms enjoy spectacular views overlooking the backyard oasis. Basement rec room and attached 2-car garage add to the home's appeal. This is indoor and outdoor living at its best!

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Shea Kiessling

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #475158907 Listed on: 05/10/2023

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

Last Renter's Agent

Brian Behan

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475175921

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $26,281

Year Built

  • Built in 1964

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 55 x 185

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Frame Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 3,783 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Furnished
  • Sliding Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Partial Basement

Kitchen

  • Range with Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Sink Near Laundry

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Security Deposit $4,500
  • Property Available on 6/1/23
  • 12 Month Lease Term

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$26,281

Year Built

Built in 1964

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Rental Info

  • Available Date: 2023-06-01
  • Lease Term: 12 Months
  • Board Number: 16
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): No
  • Type of Rental Property: Detached
  • Rental Price: 4500
  • Security Deposit: 4,500
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Property Sub-Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1964
  • Age: 51-60 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • ResoPropertyType: ResidentialLease
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
  • Basement: Partial
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Furnished: Yes
  • LivingArea: 3783
  • Room Type: Foyer, Recreation Room
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Door Features: Sliding Glass Door(s)
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • List Price: 4500
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Number of Cars: 2
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: In Unit, Sink
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: No
  • Rent Includes: None

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 55 X 185

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 3, 2025
Sold by
Wendt Matthew T
Bought by
Karen And Matthew Wendt Family Trust and Wendt
Current Estimated Value
$1,290,221

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 31, 2022
Sold by
Anne L Wendt Revocable Trust
Bought by
Wendt Matthew T

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Interest Rate
6.71%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 13, 2022
Sold by
Wendt Anne L and The George F Wendt Revocale Trust
Bought by
Wendt Anne L and The Anne L Wendt Revocable Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 27, 2019
Sold by
Wendt George F and Wendt Anne L
Bought by
Wendt George F and George F Wendt Revocable Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 20, 1996
Sold by
Lowenstein Calvin and Lowenstein Calvin K
Bought by
Wendt George F and Wendt Anne L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$350,000
Interest Rate
7.16%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 25, 1995
Sold by
Cosmopolitan Bank & Trust
Bought by
Lowenstein Calvin K
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Karen And Matthew Wendt Family Trust -- None Listed On Document
Wendt Matthew T $600,000 None Listed On Document
Wendt Anne L -- --
Wendt George F -- Attorney
Wendt George F $440,000 --
Lowenstein Calvin K $415,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Wendt Matthew T $600,000
Previous Owner Wendt George F $350,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/19/2023 05/19/23 Rented $4,500 0.0% --
05/15/2023 05/15/23 Under Contract -- -- --
05/10/2023 05/10/23 For Rent $4,500 -- --
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

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 $26,281 $96,000 $12,144 $83,856
2023 $23,445 $96,000 $12,144 $83,856
2022 $23,445 $78,758 $10,626 $68,132
2021 $22,629 $78,758 $10,626 $68,132
2020 $22,990 $78,758 $10,626 $68,132
2019 $18,831 $64,089 $9,614 $54,475
2018 $17,825 $64,089 $9,614 $54,475
2017 $17,779 $64,089 $9,614 $54,475
2016 $17,038 $55,459 $8,096 $47,363
2015 $16,106 $55,459 $8,096 $47,363
2014 $15,634 $58,410 $8,096 $50,314
2013 $16,170 $61,815 $8,096 $53,719
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11780191

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 15-01-315-017-0000