343 Franklin Avenue, River Forest, IL 60305

River Forest
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343 Franklin Avenue,River Forest, IL 60305
$849,000
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,167 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by: nancy yockel
Office: berkshire hathaway homeservices chicago
MLS#:12675289
Source:MLSNI

Price summary

  • Price:$849,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$391.79

About this home

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...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1892
  • Listing ID #:12675289
  • Updated:June 19, 2026 at 11:10 AM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:4
  • Total bathrooms:2
  • Full bathrooms:2
  • Rooms Total:9
  • Dining Description:Separate Dining Room
  • Bathrooms Description:Double Sinks
  • Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement Description:Full, Unfinished
  • Living area:2,167 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Central Air
  • Heating:Baseboard, Electric, Forced Air, Natural Gas, Radiant, Radiator(s)
  • Central air:Yes

Structure and exterior

  • Year built:1892
  • Building area:2,167 sq. ft.
  • Architectural Style:English
  • Foundation Description:Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels:2 Story

Schools

  • High school:Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
  • Middle school:Roosevelt School
  • Elementary school:Lincoln Elementary School

Utilities

  • Water:Lake Michigan
  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$849,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$391.79
  • Tax amount:$16,551 (2024)

Features and amenities

  • Laundry features:Dryer, Washer
  • Amenities:CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sprinkler-Lawn, Sump Pump

Parking

  • Total parking spaces:3
  • Parking description:Detached Garage, Garage, Off Alley
  • Garage:Yes
  • Garage spaces:2.5
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