343 Franklin Avenue, River Forest, IL 60305 - Photo 1

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$860,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
4 Beds
2 Full Baths
2,167 Sq. Ft.
2.5 Car Garage

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Property Description

Nestled in the heart of prestigious River Forest, this beautifully maintained and thoughtfully updated traditional style home blends historical charm with modern upgrades. Features includes: Lush and beautifully landscaped front and back yards, a welcoming front porch, a charming living room with gas fireplace, a separate dining room & den. The 2012 addition brings an expanded Chef's kitchen with a centerpiece-quartz-topped island, abundant custom cabinetry, and updated appliances offering both quality and functionality. The walk-in pantry, newer full bath, heated floors, separate laundry room with side-by-side Whirlpool Washer & Dryer and charming screened in back porch with a bar-b-que balcony with a natural gas hook-up complete the addition. The second level of the home features 4 bedrooms with the primary bedroom offering a walk-in closet. Spacious, unfinished attic with pull down stairs provides great storage. Clean and bright unfinished basement level offers easy access to all mechanicals with additional rooms for storage, play, or hobbies. The heated exterior stairs to the basement provide convenient all-season access. Plus, a 2.5 car garage with additional parking pad! Located just blocks from two elementary schools, Keystone Park, the Green Line, the Blue Line, and the Metra. Pride of ownership is on full display as this home has been lovingly maintained."

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 343 Franklin Ave

General

Sold For: $860,000
Taxes: $16,551 (2024)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MRED
MLS ID: 12675289
Added to Site: 64 day(s) ago

Interior

Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bath, Separate Dining Room
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace(s): Living Room, Gas Log
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Cooktop
Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Wood

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 2
Bathroom Features: Double Sink

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 4

Additional Information

Equipment: Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Lawn Sprinkler

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2.5
Total Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Off-Alley, Garage

Location

Area: River Forest
County: Cook
Driving Directions: Hawthorn to Franklin, South to property

School Information

School District: 90
Midd School District: 90
Elementary School: Lincoln Elementary School
Middle School: Roosevelt School
High School: Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Private School: Oak Park & River Forest High Sch

Community

Assoc. Fees Include: None

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning, Gas
Heating Type: Natural Gas, Electric, Forced Air, Baseboard, Radiant, Radiator(s), Radiant Floor

Utilities

Water: Lake Michigan

Structural Information

Architectural Style: English
Construction: Frame
Exterior Const.: Frame
Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Exterior Entry, Full
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Windows: Screens, Drapes, Window Treatments, Wood Frames
Sub-Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Wood
Square Feet: 2,167
Sq. Ft. Source: Appraiser
Year Built: 1892
Built Before 1978: Yes
Remodeled/Updated: 2012

Lot Features

Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
Lot Dimensions: 45 x 178

Financial Considerations

Parking Included: Yes
Assessment Year: 1892
Tax Amount: $16,551
Tax Year: 2024

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
Property ID: 15123040220000

Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Sold by @properties Christie's International Real Estate

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Schools

Schools serving 343 Franklin Ave

School Districts:River Forest School District 90, Oak Park and River Forest District 200

Name	Grades	Distance
Lincoln Elementary School, River Forest, IL 511 Park Avenue, River Forest, IL 60305	PK-4	0.2 mi
Roosevelt School 7560 Oak Avenue, River Forest, IL 60305	5-8	0.5 mi
Oak Park & River Forest High School 201 North Scoville Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60302	9-12	1.5 mi

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Price & Sales History for 343 Franklin Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

7/31/2026

Sold

$860,000

1.3%

MLS

6/18/2026

Listed

$849,000

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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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