5424 Franklin Avenue, Oak Lawn, IL 60453 - Photo 1

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$245,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
3 Beds
1 Full Bath
1 Partial Bath
1,144 Sq. Ft.
2.5 Car Garage

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Property Description

Charming 1940s Full Brick Home - Timeless Character Awaits! Nestled in a tree-lined neighborhood, this freshly painted 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath estate property radiates vintage allure with enduring solid-brick craftsmanship. Bathed in natural light, the inviting living room showcases a large picture window, perfect for cozy evenings. The kitchen, overlooking a sprawling, lush yard, offers a serene backdrop for morning coffee or envisioning your dream outdoor oasis. Also featuring a full basement and a spacious 2-car garage, this home provides abundant space for storage, hobbies, or future expansion. Recent updates, including a newer furnace, and air conditioning, ensure year-round comfort, newer windows, new 1st floor carpeting, freshly painted throughout, new flooring in 1/2 bath & new toilet. While brimming with classic charm, this home is a canvas ready for your personal touches. Being Sold As-Is, this rare gem presents a unique opportunity to own a piece of history and yet craft your forever home. Easy commuting - only 5 minutes from the train station. Don't let this treasure slip away!!!

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 5424 Franklin Ave

General

Sold For: $245,000
Taxes: $2,911 (2023)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MRED
MLS ID: 12469616
Added to Site: 106 day(s) ago

Interior

Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 1
Half Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3

Additional Information

Other Features: Commuter Train

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2.5
Total Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage

Location

Area: Oak Lawn
County: Cook
Driving Directions: East of Central & West of Cicero Ave on 99th St. to Warren Ave. North to Franklin.

School Information

School District: 123
Midd School District: 123
High School: Oak Lawn Comm High School
Private School: Oak Lawn Comm High School

Community

Assoc. Fees Include: None

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
Heating Type: Natural Gas

Utilities

Water: Public

Structural Information

Construction: Brick
Exterior Const.: Brick
Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
Windows: Screens
Square Feet: 1,144
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
Year Built: 1947
Built Before 1978: Yes

Lot Features

Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
Lot Dimensions: 50 x 125

Financial Considerations

Parking Included: Yes
Assessment Year: 1947
Tax Amount: $2,911
Tax Year: 2023

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Property ID: 24091140340000

Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

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Schools

Schools serving 5424 Franklin Ave

School Districts:Oak Lawn Community High School District 229, Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123

Name	Grades	Distance
Sward Elementary School 9830 Brandt Avenue, Oak Lawn, IL 60453	K-5	0.6 mi
J Covington Elementary School 9130 South 52nd Avenue, Oak Lawn, IL 60453	K-5	0.7 mi
J M Hannum Elementary School 9800 South Tripp Avenue, Oak Lawn, IL 60453	K-5	1.5 mi
Oak Lawn-Hometown Middle School 5345 West 99th Street, Oak Lawn, IL 60453	6-8	0.3 mi
Oak Lawn Community High School 9400 Southwest Highway, Oak Lawn, IL 60453	9-12	0.7 mi
Kolmar Avenue Elementary School 10425 Kolmar Avenue, Oak Lawn, IL 60453	PK-5	1.5 mi
Hometown Elementary School 8870 South Duffy Avenue, Hometown, IL 60456	PK-5	1.6 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 5424 Franklin Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

11/17/2025

Sold

$245,000

-1.96%

MLS

10/02/2025

Listed

$249,900

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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Total Bath
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5424 Franklin Avenue, Oak Lawn, IL 60453 (MLS# 12469616) is a Single Family property that was sold at $245,000 on November 17, 2025. Want to learn more about 5424 Franklin Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Oak Lawn? You can browse all Oak Lawn real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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