$875,000

beds

baths

half bath

2,200

square ft

234 Franklin Avenue

River Forest, Illinois 60305

Name: 234 Franklin Avenue, River Forest, IL 60305
Price: 875000 USD
Availability: InStock

New / MLS #12649501 / Single Family / River Forest

Listing information updated 5/16/2026 at 2:23pm

Beautiful and charming brick bungalow in highly sought-after River Forest features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, plus a versatile den and private study which is perfect for work-from-home or flex living. The partially finished full basement offers exceptional space for recreation, laundry, and storage. Step outside to a stunning brick patio surrounded by mature plantings and lush verdant greens. The expansive and beautifully landscaped backyard offers even more outdoor splendor with a large deck and a gorgeous ornamental pear tree. Countless updates throughout make this home the perfect blend charm, space, and modern touches. Act FAST! This one will not last!

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10:00am - 12:00pm Sunday, May 17th, 2026 5/17/26

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Full Features

Exterior Type:

Brick

Basement:

Partially Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Concrete,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

2.5

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

2,200

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Room Information

Living Room:

23x20 - Main

Dining Room:

11x13 - Main

Kitchen:

12x11 - Main

Family Room:

13x24 - Lower

Primary Bedroom:

10x17 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

15x12 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

12x23 - Second

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Breakfast Room:

11x11 - Main Level

Den:

9x17 - Main Level

Study:

11x7 - Main Level

Bonus Room:

10x19 - Basement Level

Storage:

11x7 - Basement Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$12,875

Tax Year:

2023

Location

Zip Code:

60305

City:

River Forest

County:

Cook

Schools

School District(s):

90, 200

Elementary School:

Lincoln Elementary School

Middle School:

Roosevelt School

High School:

Oak Park & River Forest High Sch

Exterior Type:

Brick

Basement:

Partially Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Concrete,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

2.5

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

2,200

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Living Room:

23x20 - Main

Dining Room:

11x13 - Main

Kitchen:

12x11 - Main

Family Room:

13x24 - Lower

Primary Bedroom:

10x17 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

15x12 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

12x23 - Second

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Breakfast Room:

11x11 - Main Level

Den:

9x17 - Main Level

Study:

11x7 - Main Level

Bonus Room:

10x19 - Basement Level

Storage:

11x7 - Basement Level

Tax Amount:

$12,875

Tax Year:

2023

Zip Code:

60305

City:

River Forest

County:

Cook

School District(s):

90, 200

Elementary School:

Lincoln Elementary School

Middle School:

Roosevelt School

High School:

Oak Park & River Forest High Sch

Listing Office: @PROPERTIES

Listing Office Phone: 312.682.8500

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234 Franklin Avenue, River Forest, IL 60305 is a single family home currently listed at $875,000. 234 Franklin Avenue features 3 Beds, 2 Baths, 1 Half Bath. This single family home has been listed on @properties Christie's International Real Estate since May 15th, 2026 and was built in 1921. Nearby schools include Lincoln Elementary School, Roosevelt School, and Oak Park & River Forest High Sch. The nearest transit stops include Forest Park CTA Blue line and River Forest Metra Union Pacific West line.

234 Franklin Avenue

River Forest, Illinois 60305