253 Franklin Rd

4,503 Sq. Ft.
$533 / Sq. Ft.
4,503
Sq. Ft.
$533
per Sq. Ft.

Description

An exceptional Brick and Limestone 2 Story Residence offering elegant design, an abundance of natural light, and superior craftsmanship throughout. Features include extensive custom cabinetry, exquisite Leaded Glass accents, Hardwood Floors, a dramatic wrought iron staircase and a beautiful Breakfast Area with bayed windows. The large newly renovated Chef's Kitchen with top of the line appliances blends timeless style and design with modern functionality, creating an ideal space for everyday living...An exceptional Brick and Limestone 2 Story Residence offering elegant design, an abundance of natural light, and superior craftsmanship throughout. Features include extensive custom cabinetry, exquisite Leaded Glass accents, Hardwood Floors, a dramatic wrought iron staircase and a beautiful Breakfast Area with bayed windows. The large newly renovated Chef's Kitchen with top of the line appliances blends timeless style and design with modern functionality, creating an ideal space for everyday living and entertaining. The luxurious Primary Suite serves as a private retreat with fireplace and spa bath. Three additional Bedrooms include one en-suite and two Bedrooms share a Jack and Jill bath. A handsome first-floor Home Office/Library adjoins the Living Room with a two way Marble Fireplace and a large separate Formal Dining Room perfectly suited to host all your family gatherings. The spacious Main Floor Family Room has a shared Fireplace, custom built-ins and a full wall of windows overlooking the beautiful yard. A custom Home Theater and in home Gym provides exceptional entertainment space for your family while the expansive finished lower level offers multiple gathering areas with a full Wet Bar in addition to a 5th Bedroom and adjoining Full Bath. Impressive curb appeal is enhanced by Leaded Glass Double Entry Doors and Windows, plus the 3-Car Attached Garage, Brick Paver Driveway, Stone Walkways, and a Charming English Garden Wall surrounding the Raised Patio with a Stone Wood burning Fireplace and Built in Outdoor Grill. Don't miss this Special Home in an ideal east location, and very convenient to everything.

Listing Agent

  1. Ben Gerstman

    Ben Gerstman

    Listing Agent

    @properties Christie’s International Real Estate

    P: (847)-778-7670

Property Details for 253 Franklin Road

Area
Glencoe
Township
New Trier
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
3.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
3.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air, Zoned
Num of Interior Fireplaces
2
LISTING UPDATED: 06/08/2026 08:19 AM

Property Details for 253 Franklin Road

StatusActive ( Private )
MLS #12668935
Days on Market-
Taxes$41,950 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1998
Lot Size0.37 AC / 16,247 SF
CountyCook County

Location

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Building Information for 253 Franklin Road

Stories-Year Built1998Building Size-Lot Size0.37 AC / 16,247 SF

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Property Information for 253 Franklin Road

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 35
  • Elementary School: South Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Central School
  • High School District: 203
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 35
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Brick Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: South
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Wet Bar, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, High Ceilings, Coffered Ceiling(s), Open Floorplan, Special Millwork, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room
  • Num Of Rooms: 14
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 1
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Paved
  • Bath Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Double Sink,Full Body Spray Shower
  • Fireplace Features: Double Sided, Gas Log, Gas Starter
  • Basement Type: Finished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 5
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air, Zoned
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Basement Sq Ft: 1953
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Master Bedroom
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room, Recreation Room, Bedroom 5, Library, Theatre Room, Exercise Room
  • Num of Baths: 4.1
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Wine Cooler/Refrigerator, Range Hood, Gas Oven, Humidifier
  • Other Equipment: TV-Cable, Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump;, Multiple Water Heaters, Electronic Air Filters, Water Heater-Gas
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Outdoor Grill, Lighting
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: No
  • Age: 26-30 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 4081
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 6034
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 6034
  • Main Sq Ft: 2102
  • Upper Sq Ft: 1979
  • Lot Description: Landscaped Professionally
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 96X163
  • Other Structures: Gazebo
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick, Stone
  • Construction: Brick, Stone
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: None
  • North Coordinate: 0
  • South Coordinate: 0
  • East Coordinate: 0
  • West Coordinate: 6
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 1953.0
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • Assessor Square Footage: 4503
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 5
  • Document Date: 2026-06-05T13:44:43
  • Photos Count: 51
  • OpenHouse Count: 2
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 19X17
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 19X13
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 15X13
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 15X13
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 17X11
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 15X15
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 25X17
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 17X15
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 12X9
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 18X14
Recreation Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Dimensions: 40X17
Exercise Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Exercise Room
  • Dimensions: 15X14
Breakfast Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Dimensions: 14X11
Theatre Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Theatre Room
  • Dimensions: 24X14
Library Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Library
  • Dimensions: 16X11

Property History for 253 Franklin Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 31, 2022

Sold

MRED #11313439

$1,675,000
Jan 28, 2022

Pending

MRED #11313439

Jan 28, 2022

Listed (Active)

MRED #11313439

DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/31/2022

Sold

MRED #11313439

$1,675,000
01/28/2022

Pending

MRED #11313439

01/28/2022

Listed (Active)

MRED #11313439

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Public Records for 253 Franklin Road

Taxable ValueLand$35,748Additions$131,753Total$167,501
Tax Record2023$40,218 ($3,351 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt4,503 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,503 SqFtStories2Lot Size16,249 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1998CountyCOOKAPN05-06-303-016Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 253 Franklin Road

This home is within Glencoe School District 35.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 2
Public - 3 to 4
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9
Rating
School
Distance
South Elementary School
PublicPK to 2

West School
Public3 to 4

Central School
Public5 to 8

New Trier Township H S Northfield
Public9

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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253 Franklin Road is a single family home Coming Soon in Glencoe, IL 60022. This property is currently priced at $2,399,000. This listing's school districts are Glencoe School District 35, New Trier Twp Hsd 203 School District. Nearby schools include South Elementary School, West School and Central School. 253 Franklin Road is a 5-bed, 5-bath, 4,503 sqft single family home built in 1998.

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