1246 Franklin Avenue River Forest, IL $ 724,900
1246 Franklin Avenue
$ 724,900
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1246 Franklin Avenue

River Forest, IL, 60305
$ 724,900
Bedrooms3 Baths2.1 Sq 1,892

Monthly Estimate*

$ 4,577

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Single Family Home for sale in River Forest, IL

for $724,900 with 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, 1 half bath. This 1,892 square foot home was built in 1952.

Classic River Forest charm and timeless architecture shine throughout this solid brick 3-bedroom, 2.1-bath home that has been lovingly cared for by the same owners for over 30 years and is located directly across the street from Willard Elementary school. From the moment you enter into the inviting foyer, you'll feel right at home. The first level centers around a combined living and dining space anchored by a masonry fireplace. You'll also find an updated kitchen, private home office, half bath, and a separate family room that steps out to a large back deck. Upstairs features three bedrooms and two full baths, including a primary suite with an updated private bath. Downstairs, the finished basement provides a second fireplace in the recreation room, along with a laundry room, utility space, and dedicated storage. Additionally it includes a large private yard and a 1+ car attached garage. With a TOP notch River Forest location within minutes of Thatcher Forest Preserve, universities, schools, dining, shopping and transportation- this home presents a wonderful opportunity and is being conveyed as-is.

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Single Family Active

Price

$ 724,900

Bedrooms

3

Full Bath

2

Half Bath

1

Property Type

Single Family

Taxes

$ 17,128

Style

Traditional

Year Built

1952

Town/City

River Forest

County/Region

Cook

MLS | Web ID

12734788

Features
General
Living Area 1892
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Natural Gas Electric
Cooling Central Air
Possession Closing Immediate
Roof Asphalt
Appliances Range Microwave Dishwasher Refrigerator
Garage Spaces 1
Association Fee Includes None
Architectural Style Traditional
Construction Materials Brick
Year Built 1952
Electric Circuit Breakers
Township River Forest
Tax Year 2025
Ownership Fee Simple
Community Features Park Curbs Sidewalks Street Lights Street Paved
Assoc Fee Paid Per Not Applicable
County Cook
New Construction N
Property Type Residential Detached Single
Total Rooms 9
Full Baths 2
Status New
Directions Harlem to Division West to Franklin North.
High School Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
City River Forest
High School District 200
MLS Area River Forest
Elementary School Willard Elementary School
Tax Annual Amount 17128.1
Middle/Junior High School Roosevelt School
Standard Status Active
Middle/Junior School District 90
Elementary School District 90
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Interior
Basement Partially Finished Full
Flooring Hardwood
Total Fireplaces 2
Half Baths 1
Total Bedrooms 3
Room Type Office Recreation Room
Total Baths 3
Bedrooms Possible 3
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Exterior
Parking Features Concrete Yes Garage Owned Attached Garage
Water Source Lake Michigan Public
Total Parking 1
Foundation Details Concrete Perimeter
Lot Dimensions 54 x 180
Waterfront Y/N N
Other Equipment Ceiling Fan(s)
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Compass

Broker

renee.hughes@compass.com;carrieandrenee@compass.com

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Monthly Principal & Interest
$4,577
Monthly Property Taxes
$1,427
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Nearby
565581 Elementary School
566134 Middle School
Oak Park & River Forest High Sch High School
Pricing History
DatePricePrice ChangeDescription
8/21/2026$724,900 Listed Price

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1246 Franklin Avenue, River Forest, IL, 60305 is a Single Family Home for sale at $724,900 with 1,892 sqft. 1246 Franklin Avenue has 3 bedrooms, 2.1 baths, and was built in 1952. The property's zip code is 60305 which is in River Forest, IL