256 Center Rd

2,200 Sq. Ft.
$250 / Sq. Ft.
2,200
Sq. Ft.
$250
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Gorgeous home located in the heart of downtown Frankfort! This 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence with detached two car garage offers the perfect blend of comfort and modern living. Just off the front entry you will find the oversized covered porch which invites you to unwind while enjoying the neighborhood's charm. As you enter, the foyer leads into the living room with gleaming refinished hardwood floors, original woodwork and natural light galore. Perfect for hosting, the separate dining room flows...Gorgeous home located in the heart of downtown Frankfort! This 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence with detached two car garage offers the perfect blend of comfort and modern living. Just off the front entry you will find the oversized covered porch which invites you to unwind while enjoying the neighborhood's charm. As you enter, the foyer leads into the living room with gleaming refinished hardwood floors, original woodwork and natural light galore. Perfect for hosting, the separate dining room flows effortlessly into a modern kitchen equipped with stainless steel appliances and beautiful granite counter tops. The main floor also includes a bedroom, a full bathroom, and a separate office, offering flexible living space. Upstairs discover an inviting layout featuring a spacious primary suite complete with a generous walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms both with walk in closets and an over-sized full bathroom with claw foot tub. Downstairs the full, unfinished basement is a blank canvas, offering incredible potential to create the ultimate recreation room, home gym, or media center. It already includes a dedicated laundry area and provides abundant storage. The private backyard patio, surrounded by professional landscaping, creates a serene outdoor oasis. Don't miss this opportunity to own a piece of Frankfort's downtown charm.
  1. Listed by Bridget McCann • Baird & Warner
    P: (708)-798-1855 C: (773)-726-9424 bridget.mccann@bairdwarner.com

Property Details for 256 Center Road

Area
Frankfort
Subdivision
Old Frankfort
Township
Frankfort
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Sep Heating Systems - 2+
LISTING UPDATED: 04/25/2026 01:16 PM

Property Details for 256 Center Road

StatusActive
MLS #12588979
Days on Market19
Taxes$7,826 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1915
Lot Size0.28 AC / 12,196 SF
CountyWill County

Location

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Building Information for 256 Center Road

Stories-Year Built1915Building Size-Lot Size0.28 AC / 12,196 SF

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Property Information for 256 Center Road

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 157C
  • Elementary School: Grand Prairie Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Hickory Creek Middle School
  • High School District: 210
  • High School: Lincoln-Way East High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 157C
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room
  • Num Of Rooms: 9
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Curbs, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Basement Type: Unfinished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Basement Sq Ft: 873
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: Foyer, Office, Recreation Room, Storage
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Well-Shared
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Water Softener Owned
  • Other Equipment: Water-Softener Owned, Sump Pump
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 2200
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 2200
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 3073
  • Main Sq Ft: 2200
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 10890
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Wood Siding
  • Construction: Wood Siding
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • Assessor Square Footage: 1920
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 26
  • OpenHouse Count: 1
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Additional Media Type 1: Video
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 19X11
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 21X10
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 12X11
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 11X12
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 15X11
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 16X11
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 13X16
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 12X18
Storage Room 1 Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Storage
  • Dimensions: 24X11
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Dimensions: 9X7
Recreation Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Dimensions: 25X14
Office Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
  • Dimensions: 9X11

Property History for 256 Center Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 14, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12588979

$549,900
Aug 23, 2024

Sold

MRED #12065808

$440,000
Aug 13, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1539425410

$440,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/14/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12588979

$549,900
08/23/2024

Sold

MRED #12065808

$440,000
08/13/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1539425410

$440,000

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Public Records for 256 Center Road

Taxable ValueLand$35,144Additions$71,637Total$106,781
Tax Record2024$7,826 ($652 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,920 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,920 SqFtStories2Lot Size10,890 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1915CountyWILLAPN19-09-28-227-020Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 256 Center Road

This home is within Frankfort Central Consolidated School District 157c.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 2
Public - 3 to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Grand Prairie Elementary School
PublicPK to 2

Chelsea Elementary School
Public3 to 5

Hickory Creek Middle School
Public6 to 8

Lincoln-Way East High School
Public9 to 12

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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256 Center Road is a single family home for sale in Frankfort, IL 60423. This property was listed for sale on April 14, 2026 by Baird & Warner, it's currently listed at $549,900. It has been on the market for a total of 19 days and was last sold on August 23, 2024. This listing's school districts are Frankfort Central Consolidated School District 157c, Lincoln Way Chsd 210 School District. Nearby schools include Grand Prairie Elementary School, Chelsea Elementary School and Hickory Creek Middle School. 256 Center Road is a 4-bed, 2-bath, 2,200 sqft single family home built in 1915.

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