234 Franklin Avenue, River Forest, IL 60305
Local realty services provided by:ERA Partners
234 Franklin Avenue,River Forest, IL 60305
$790,000
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,200 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Pending
Listed by: rebecca martinez
Office: @properties christie's international real estate
MLS#:12649501
Source:MLSNI
Price summary
- Price:$790,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$359.09
About this home
Beautiful and charming brick bungalow in highly sought-after River Forest features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, plus a versatile den and private study which is perfect for work-from-home or flex living. The partially finished full basement offers exceptional space for recreation, laundry, and storage. Step outside to a stunning brick patio surrounded by mature plantings and lush verdant greens. The expansive and beautifully landscaped backyard offers even more outdoor splendor with a large deck and a gorgeous ornamental pear tree. Countless updates throughout make this home the perfect blend charm, space, and modern touches. Act FAST! This one will not last!
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Home facts
- Year built:1921
- Listing ID #:12649501
- Updated:August 21, 2026 at 08:27 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:3
- Total bathrooms:3
- Full bathrooms:2
- Half bathrooms:1
- Rooms Total:11
- Dining Description:Breakfast Room, Separate Dining Room
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Basement Description:Full, Partially Finished
- Living area:2,200 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Natural Gas
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Asphalt
- Year built:1921
- Building area:2,200 sq. ft.
- Levels:Split Level
Schools
- High school:Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
- Middle school:Roosevelt School
- Elementary school:Lincoln Elementary School
Utilities
- Water:Lake Michigan
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$790,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$359.09
- Tax amount:$12,875 (2023)
Features and amenities
- Laundry features:Dryer, Washer
Parking
- Total parking spaces:2
- Parking description:Concrete, Detached Garage, Garage
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:2.5
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