1019 Franklin Avenue

Opportunity knocks in the heart of beautiful River Forest! Custom Burma built extra large tri-level home with three fabulous fireplaces! Quality construction including modernist slate floor design in foyer entry. Formal sunken living room with wood beamed ceiling and large handsome fireplace with clean lines. A large inviting family room with wood beamed ceiling is highlighted with another fireplace surrounded by stone. Three large bedrooms up a short flight of stairs. Master bedroom suite has extensive built-in storage in addition to tons of closet space. Additionally, there is a separate master dressing room with additional built-ins and closet space. Large eat-in kitchen with custom cabinetry, center island, soda fountain bar and a hard-to-find kitchen brick fireplace. Formal dining room with built-in storage. Rare chestnut & pecan woods detailing throughout including many built-ins. Extra rooms include workshop/hobby room and sewing/laundry room. Clean basement with crawl space for additional storage, and extra deep 2 car attached garage with utility room. Large walk-up attic for storage or possible additional living space. Masonry construction and circular brick paver driveway. Lots of charm and character in the warm interior design. Beautiful fenced yard with stone waterfall, gazebo/double bench swing and irrigation system. Pristine location, situated on a large 72 X 183 lot. First time offered since being custom built by the owner in 1959. This home has been meticulously maintained in its original decor.