MLS#: 09161688
$ 2,649,000
1046 FRANKLIN AVENUE
RIVER FOREST
Positioned beautifully on a stately corner lot, the Buurma built BUHRKE HOUSE, combines Tudor revival & chateau style arch. elements. The rounded turret w/conical roof and asymmetrical design support the castle motif and 1920's plaster craftsman artistry is found throughout. Gorgeous decor and impeccable attention to detail and care found in house and landscaped grounds, extends to fabulous in ground pool and patios, perfect for entertaining. The elegant foyer leads to a step down formal living room and family room/office combination. The library has original faux wood plaster walls, a hand painted ceiling and leaded windows . The formal dining room leads to the breakfast room overlooking a 3 season porch and the pool. The stunning kitchen has Viking, Sub-Zero and Fischer Paykel appliances, custom cabinetry and beautiful lignting. Offering 5 brs and 4 full baths on the second floor, graciously accommodating family and guests. A fully fin bsmt w/sauna, rec & game rm, 2nd kit & bath.
$ 2,649,000
1046 FRANKLIN AVENUE
RIVER FOREST
Positioned beautifully on a stately corner lot, the Buurma built BUHRKE HOUSE, combines Tudor revival & chateau style arch. elements. The rounded turret w/conical roof and asymmetrical design support the castle motif and 1920's plaster craftsman artistry is found throughout. Gorgeous decor and impeccable attention to detail and care found in house and landscaped grounds, extends to fabulous in ground pool and patios, perfect for entertaining. The elegant foyer leads to a step down formal living room and family room/office combination. The library has original faux wood plaster walls, a hand painted ceiling and leaded windows . The formal dining room leads to the breakfast room overlooking a 3 season porch and the pool. The stunning kitchen has Viking, Sub-Zero and Fischer Paykel appliances, custom cabinetry and beautiful lignting. Offering 5 brs and 4 full baths on the second floor, graciously accommodating family and guests. A fully fin bsmt w/sauna, rec & game rm, 2nd kit & bath.
| total rooms | 14 |
| bedrooms | 5 |
| bath rooms | 5.1 |
| square feet | 6500 |
| living room | 27X18 |
| dining room | 17X15 |
| kitchen | 17X16 |
| family room | 27X13 |
| master bedroom | 20X20 |
| master bath | Full |
| 2nd bedroom | 16X15 |
| 3rd bedroom | 13X10 |
| 4th bedroom | 13X12 |
| laundry room | 36X20 |
| 5th Bdrm | 13X10 |
| Breakfast Rm | 14X91 |
| Library | 19X14 |
| Recreation Rm | 26X20 |
| Game Rm | 26X20 |
| 2nd Kitchen | 14X10 |
| Foyer | 19X14 |
| Storage | 15X8 |
| Enclosed Porch | 15X12 |
| Pantry | 15X6 |
courtesy of
Gagliardo Realty Associates LLC
River Forest
| listing information | |||
| Mls # | 09161688 | current list price | $ 2,649,000 |
| status | Active | original list price | $ 2,649,000 |
| list date | 03/10/2016 | ||
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courtesy of Gagliardo Realty Associates LLC River Forest |
days on market | 169 |
| location | parking information | |||
| address | 1046 Franklin Avenue | parking available | ||
| unit number | parking details | |||
| city | RIVER FOREST | parking spaces | 0 | |
| area | River Forest | |||
| county | Cook | garage spaces | 3 | |
| township | RIVER FOREST | garage ownership | Owned | |
| subdivision | garage on site | Yes | ||
| zoning type | garage type | Attached | ||
| exposure | N (North),E (East) | garage details | Garage Door Opener(s),Heated,7 Foot or more | |
| waterfront | No | deed garage cost | $ 0.00 | |
| driveway | Brick,Side Drive | |||
| elementary school | WILLARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | |||
| elementary district | 90 | parking ownership | ||
| junior high | parking on site | |||
| high school | OAK PARK & RIVER FOREST HIGH SCH | parking details | ||
| high school district | 200 | parking included | ||
| other | parking fee/lease | 0 | ||
| other school district | deed parking cost | $ 0.00 | ||
| park amenities | ||||
| area amenities | Curbs/Gutters,Sidewalks,Street | |||
| construction | expenses | |||
| type | Detached Single | taxes | $ 26,124.92 | |
| new construction | N | tax year | 2014 | |
| type attached | coop tax ded yr | 0 | ||
| type detached | 2 Stories | exemptions | ||
| style | Tudor | special assessments | 0 | |
| stores | 0 | special service area | N | |
| approx year built | 1930 | master association | ||
| age | 81-90 Years | tax pin | 15013090070000 | |
| built b4 1978 | Yes | mult pins | ||
| exterior | Brick | |||
| roof | Slate | electrical expenses | ||
| foundation | heating | |||
| attic | Full,Unfinished | water / sewer | ||
| basement | Full | |||
| basement details: | Finished | assessment amount | $ 0.00 | |
| appx sq ft | 6500 | frequency | Not Applicable | |
| sq ft source | Other | assessment includes | None | |
| recent rehab | No | |||
| disability access | No | |||
| disability details | ||||
| rooms | FIREPLACE | |||
| total rooms | 14 | total fireplaces | 3 | |
| bedrooms | 5 above
GRADE |
fireplace lacation | ||
| bath rooms | 5 full & 1 half BATH | fireplace details | ||
| bath in basement | Yes | |||
| bath amenities | Whirlpool, Separate Shower, Doubl | |||
| appliances | Oven-Double, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Refrigerator- | |||
| room name | size | level | flooring | window | comment |
| living room | 27X18 | Main Level | Hardwood | Curtains/Drapes | |
| dining room | 17X15 | Main Level | Hardwood | Curtains/Drapes | Separate |
| kitchen | 17X16 | Main Level | Hardwood | Curtains/Drapes | Eating Area-Breakfast Bar,Pantry-Butler |
| family room | 27X13 | Main Level | Hardwood | Blinds | |
| master bedroom | 20X20 | 2nd Level | Hardwood | Curtains/Drapes | MASTER BATH: Full |
| master bath | Full | ||||
| 2nd bedroom | 16X15 | 2nd Level | Hardwood | Curtains/Drapes | |
| 3rd bedroom | 13X10 | 2nd Level | Carpet | Curtains/Drapes | |
| 4th bedroom | 13X12 | 2nd Level | Carpet | Blinds | |
| laundry room | 36X20 | Basement | Slate | None | |
| 5th Bdrm | 13X10 | 2nd Level | Hardwood | ||
| Breakfast Rm | 14X91 | Main Level | Ceramic Tile | Curtains/Drapes | |
| Library | 19X14 | Main Level | Hardwood | None | |
| Recreation Rm | 26X20 | Basement | Carpet | ||
| Game Rm | 26X20 | Basement | Carpet | ||
| 2nd Kitchen | 14X10 | Basement | Ceramic Tile | ||
| Foyer | 19X14 | Main Level | Marble | ||
| Storage | 15X8 | Basement | |||
| Enclosed Porch | 15X12 | Main Level | |||
| Pantry | 15X6 | Main Level | Hardwood |