343 Franklin Avenue, River Forest, IL 60305
Local realty services provided by:CENTURY 21 Broughton Team
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 mechanicals with additional rooms for storage, play, or hobbies. The heated exterior stairs to the basement provide convenient all-season access. Plus, a 2.5 car garage with additional parking pad! Located just blocks from two elementary schools, Keystone Park, the Green Line, the Blue Line, and the Metra. Pride of ownership is on full display as this home has been lovingly maintained."...
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Home facts
- Year built:1892
- Listing ID #:12675289
- Updated:June 22, 2026 at 10:56 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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