213 W Franklin St, Ashland, IL 62612

Charming and full of personality, this beautifully cared for home in the heart of Ashland offers a wonderful blend of small-town living & character. Evident maintenance & care is undeniable as you approach the thoughtful landscapes that surround the perimeter & welcoming partial brick-front porch. Step inside to a large, bright living space which invites with neutral plush carpeting & authentic wood trim. The formal dining room showcases stunning refinished hardwood floors & flows into the bright, trendy kitchen featuring white cabinetry, tile floors & some newer appliances. Bright tile continues to stretch through a huge laundry area & mudroom adding functionality, storage & access to highly convenient half bath just off the kitchen & garage entry. Recent updates include new roof & furnace just last year, the A/C & water heater in 2018 + all newer windows throughout. The attached garage features stairs leading to the useable, spacious attic— perfect for it's current home office use, storage or bonus room. Enjoy outdoor living in all it's glory & seasons in this privacy fenced yard offering a nearly new above-ground pool with big, beautiful newer deck, a greenhouse, raised garden beds plus a few fruit trees! There's a poured-slab chicken coop already up & even an electric-equipped storage shed—all set on a beautifully wooded .39-acre corner lot with fabulous countryside views. This property blends lifestyle, updates & rural charm in one sweet, move in ready package!