For sale Home

Listed Oct 2, 2026

$799,000 Est. $5,285/mo

5301 Franklin Avenue

  • 3

    Beds

  • 3

    Baths

  • 2,221

    Sq ft

The story

  • Basement

5301 Franklin Ave is a well-maintained brick ranch on a premier corner lot in Western Springs' coveted Springdale neighborhood. Located just steps from schools and Springdale Park, this home offers the ultimate in convenient, one-level living. The main floor features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, gorgeous hardwood floors, fresh paint, and a cozy fireplace. Downstairs, the finished basement provides incredible flexible space for a rec room, play area, overnight guests, a second fireplace, and ample storage. Complete with a private outdoor retreat, this home perfectly blends comfort and lifestyle. Selling as is. Sewer backup effecting many local residents and not flowing to the street caused damage to the basement, the sump pump was remedied. New owners can make the space their own, whether it's carpet, LVF, or hard wood.

Facts & features

Home type

Home

Year built

1961

Price per sq ft

$360

Parking

2-car garage

Included features

  • Fireplace

    2 fireplaces

  • Basement

    Yes

  • Cooling

    Central Air

  • Heating

    Natural Gas, Forced Air

  • Appliances

    Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Humidifier

  • Flooring

    Hardwood, Carpet

  • Roof

    Asphalt

  • Lot Information

    Corner Lot, Landscaped

  • Water Source

    Shared Well

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

Mortgage calculator

Estimated monthly payment

$5,285 /mo

7% rate · 30-yr fixed · 20% down

  • Principal & interest $4,253
  • Property tax $799
  • Insurance $233

Includes principal, interest, taxes & insurance.

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Listing Broker

Baird & Warner

Broker Name

Baird & Warner

Agent

Kathryn Blaine Puffenberger