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Property Description
**Prime Location in Downtown Wheaton** Walk to everything - schools, parks, downtown & train - from this vintage home full of warmth and character. Welcoming front porch doubles as a great entertaining space. Step inside and the charm is everywhere, from the beautiful hardwood floors, 9' ceilings, leaded glass windows, built ins and classic millwork. This home strikes the right balance -- all the personality of an older home paired seamlessly with more modern amenities. Comfortable flow between expanded foyer, living and dining rooms, and a kitchen that features honed granite counters, S/S appliances, breakfast bar and pantry. Smart family room addition w/office space in the back includes vintage pocket doors and fireplace mantle, all done to maintain the period look of the home. The 2nd floor features 3 generously sized bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 3rd floor includes the 4th bedroom plus a cute play room or flex space. Partially finished basement w/recreation, work and bonus rooms. Attractive stone patio with built in seating and firepit in the backyard is great for family gatherings or simply space to unwind. Roof/gutters 2019, Furnace & AC 2021, HWH 2017. This property needs a little TLC but you cannot beat this opportunity and location.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 111 W Franklin St
General
- Sold For: $730,000
- Taxes: $14,514 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12685834
- Added to Site: 93 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Built-in Features, Bookcases, Historic/Period Mlwk
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Gas Log, Gas Starter
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Additional Information
- Equipment: Dish Antenna, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Radon Mitigation System
- Other Features: Commuter Train, Historical District
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Fire Pit
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: Wheaton
- County: DuPage
- Driving Directions: Main St to Franklin, west to home
School Information
- School District: 200
- Midd School District: 200
- Elementary School: Longfellow Elementary School
- Middle School: Franklin Middle School
- High School: Wheaton North High School
- Private School: Wheaton North High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: American Foursquare
- Construction: Stone, Fiber Cement
- Exterior Const.: Stone, Fiber Cement
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Crawl Space, Full
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Screens
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 2,471
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1907
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.18
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 60 x 132
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1907
- Tax Amount: $14,514
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 516116022
Listed by Baird & Warner
Sold by RE/MAX Suburban
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Schools
Schools serving 111 W Franklin St
School District:Community Unit School District 200
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Longfellow Elementary School, Wheaton, IL 311 West Seminary Avenue, Wheaton, IL 60187 | K-5 | 0.2 mi |
Franklin Middle School, Wheaton, IL 211 East Franklin Street, Wheaton, IL 60187 | 6-8 | 0.2 mi |
Wheaton North High School 701 West Thomas Road, Wheaton, IL 60187 | 9-12 | 1.1 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 111 W Franklin St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/01/2026
Sold
$730,000
-2.65%
MLS
7/09/2026
Listed
$749,900
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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.
111 W Franklin Street, Wheaton, IL 60187 (MLS# 12685834) is a Single Family property that was sold at $730,000 on October 01, 2026. Want to learn more about 111 W Franklin Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Wheaton? You can browse all Wheaton real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

