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$2,500,000
Property Description
An exceptional Brick and Limestone 2 Story Residence offering elegant design, an abundance of natural light, and superior craftsmanship throughout. Features include extensive custom cabinetry, exquisite Leaded Glass accents, Hardwood Floors, a dramatic wrought iron staircase and a beautiful Breakfast Area with bayed windows. The large newly renovated Chef's Kitchen with top of the line appliances blends timeless style and design with modern functionality, creating an ideal space for everyday living and entertaining. The luxurious Primary Suite serves as a private retreat with fireplace and spa bath. Three additional Bedrooms include one en-suite and two Bedrooms share a Jack and Jill bath. A handsome first-floor Home Office/Library adjoins the Living Room with a two way Marble Fireplace and a large separate Formal Dining Room perfectly suited to host all your family gatherings. The spacious Main Floor Family Room has a shared Fireplace, custom built-ins and a full wall of windows overlooking the beautiful yard. A custom Home Theater and in home Gym provides exceptional entertainment space for your family while the expansive finished lower level offers multiple gathering areas with a full Wet Bar in addition to a 5th Bedroom and adjoining Full Bath. Impressive curb appeal is enhanced by Leaded Glass Double Entry Doors and Windows, plus the 3-Car Attached Garage, Brick Paver Driveway, Stone Walkways, and a Charming English Garden Wall surrounding the Raised Patio with a Stone Wood burning Fireplace and Built in Outdoor Grill. Don't miss this Special Home in an ideal east location, and very convenient to everything.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 253 Franklin Rd
General
- Sold For: $2,500,000
- Taxes: $41,949 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12668935
Interior
- Interior Features: Wet Bar, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, High Ceilings, Coffered Ceiling(s), Open Floorplan, Special Millwork, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Double Sided, Gas Log, Gas Starter
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High-End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood, Gas Oven, Humidifier
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 5
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Basement Baths: Yes
- Bathroom Features: Whirlpool, Separate Shower, Double Sink, Full Body Spray Shower
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Bedrooms(Blw Grade): 1
Additional Information
- Equipment: Cable TV, Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump, Multiple Water Heaters, Electronic Air Filters, Water Heater-Gas
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Outdoor Grill, Lighting
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Total Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Brick Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: Glencoe
- County: Cook
- Driving Directions: Sheridan Rd. to Franklin, West to home.
School Information
- School District: 35
- Midd School District: 35
- Elementary School: South Elementary School
- Middle School: Central School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning, Zoned
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Construction: Brick, Stone
- Exterior Const.: Brick, Stone
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Windows: Skylight(s), Window Treatments, Drapes
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 4,503
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1998
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Gazebo
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.373
- Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 96 x 163
- Lot Features: Landscaped
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1998
- Tax Amount: $41,949.6
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Property ID: 5063030160000
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Sold by @properties Christie's International Real Estate
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Schools
Schools serving 253 Franklin Rd
School Districts:Glencoe School District 35, New Trier Township High School District 203
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Central School, Glencoe, IL 620 Greenwood Avenue, Glencoe, IL 60022 | 5-8 | 0.8 mi |
West School 1010 Forestway Drive, Glencoe, IL 60022 | 3-4 | 0.8 mi |
South Elementary School, Glencoe, IL 266 Linden Avenue, Glencoe, IL 60022 | PK-2 | 1.4 mi |
New Trier Township H S Northfield 7 North Happ Road, Northfield, IL 60093 | 9- | 3.6 mi |
New Trier Township H S Winnetka 385 Winnetka Avenue, Winnetka, IL 60093 | 10-12 | 4 mi |
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253 Franklin Road, Glencoe, IL 60022 (MLS# 12668935) is a Single Family property that was sold at $2,500,000 on August 14, 2026. Want to learn more about 253 Franklin Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Glencoe? You can browse all Glencoe real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.