$1,763,000
4 bd|5 ba|6.3k sqft
1142 Franklin Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
Off Market
Pending
$1,950,000
River Forest, IL 60305
5beds
4,782sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1928
0.42 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$408/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Modern updatesFamily roomBreakfast roomOriginal wrought iron detailsHigh-end appliancesGrand staircaseCustom cabinetry
- 52 days |
- 82 |
- 1 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: February 27, 2026 at 12:45am
Listing courtesy of:
Stephen Scheuring 708-697-5900,
Baird & Warner
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12545344
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Sun Room, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Recreation Room, Storage, Exercise Room, Bedroom 5, Mud Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 408 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X17
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Second
- Area: 304 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X16
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Second
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X14
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Third
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X11
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Third
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X13
Bar entertainment
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 304 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X16
Exercise room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 85 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X5
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 480 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X20
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Island, Pantry-Butler, Pantry-Walk-in, Custom Cabinetry, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 304 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X16
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 1012 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 46X22
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 510 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 30X17
Mud room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X6
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 510 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 30X17
Storage
- Level: Third
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X12
Sun room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Steam, Radiator(s)
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Unit, Sink
Features
- Wet Bar, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Separate Dining Room, Pantry
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Attic: Finished,Full,Interior Stair
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Basement
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,782
- Total interior livable area: 4,782 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 314
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio
Lot
- Size: 0.42 Acres
- Dimensions: 100x183
- Features: Mature Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 15013030130000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mediterranean
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1928
- Major remodel year: 2022
Details
- Builder model: MEDITERRANIAN
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
- Security: Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: River Forest
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $408/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $29,742
- Date on market: 2/11/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/25/2026 | Pending sale | $1,950,000$408/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12545344 Report a problem | ||
| 2/16/2026 | Contingent | $1,950,000$408/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12545344 Report a problem | ||
| 2/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,950,000+50%$408/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12545344 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2014 | Sold | $1,300,000-7.1%$272/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08387461 Report a problem | ||
| 8/3/2014 | Pending sale | $1,399,000$293/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices KoenigRubloff Realty Group #08387461 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2014 | Price change | $1,399,000-3.5%$293/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices KoenigRubloff Realty Group #08387461 Report a problem | ||
| 4/25/2014 | Price change | $1,450,000-3%$303/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices KoenigRubloff Realty Group #08387461 Report a problem | ||
| 10/16/2013 | Price change | $1,495,000-3.7%$313/sqft |
Source: Prudential Rubloff #08387461 Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2013 | Listed for sale | $1,553,000+721.7%$325/sqft |
Source: Prudential Rubloff #08387461 Report a problem | ||
| 6/14/2013 | Sold | $189,000$40/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $28,586 +29.2% | $107,736 +49.7% |
| 2022 | $22,129 +3.7% | $71,948 |
| 2021 | $21,339 +2% | $71,948 |
| 2020 | $20,920 -19.1% | $71,948 -17% |
| 2019 | $25,857 +5.6% | $86,720 |
| 2018 | $24,476 -27.7% | $86,720 -27.1% |
| 2017 | $33,840 +49.2% | $118,937 +62.9% |
| 2016 | $22,689 -6.4% | $73,026 -7.9% |
| 2015 | $24,241 +9.1% | $79,329 |
| 2014 | $22,221 +6.5% | $79,329 +3.6% |
| 2013 | $20,871 -1.8% | $76,600 |
| 2012 | $21,252 -15.7% | $76,600 -16.8% |
| 2011 | $25,225 -5.1% | $92,095 -16.8% |
| 2010 | $26,585 +1.6% | $110,642 |
| 2009 | $26,161 +4% | $110,642 -5% |
| 2008 | $25,160 +9.7% | $116,466 +15.7% |
| 2007 | $22,934 +6.4% | $100,684 |
| 2006 | $21,560 +4.8% | $100,684 |
| 2005 | $20,579 +14.1% | $100,684 +27.6% |
| 2004 | $18,038 +4.7% | $78,916 |
| 2003 | $17,224 -0.1% | $78,916 -4% |
| 2002 | $17,239 +14.7% | $82,212 +48.4% |
| 2001 | $15,030 +1% | $55,390 -13.4% |
| 2000 | $14,874 | $63,926 |
| 1999 | $14,874 | $63,926 |
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$13,290/mo
Principal & interest
$10056
Property taxes
$3234
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Neighborhood: 60305
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Willard Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.2 mi
- 9/10Roosevelt SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 10/10Oak Park & River Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Willard Elementary School
- Middle: Roosevelt School
- High: Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
- District: 90
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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