$2,500,000 SOLD Aug 2026
Listed at $2,399,000

253 Franklin Road, Glencoe, IL 60022

Closed
4 beds (5 possible) 4.5 baths 4,503 sqft (estimated) Built 1998 Residential MLS #MRD12668935 6 days on market
Listing courtesy of @properties Christie's International Real Estate · 847-374-0200 · MLS #MRD12668935 · Status: Closed
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.

Property details

Interior

Appliances
Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood, Gas Oven, Humidifier
Interior 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
Flooring
Hardwood
Fireplaces
2
Fireplace details
Double Sided, Gas Log, Gas Starter
Basement
Finished, Full
Laundry
Main Level, In Unit, Sink
Additional rooms
Breakfast Room, Recreation Room, Bedroom 5, Library, Theatre Room, Exercise Room
Total rooms
14

Building & exterior

Style
Colonial
Age
26-30 Years
Exterior
Brick, Stone
Exterior features
Outdoor Grill, Lighting
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Windows
Skylight(s), Window Treatments, Drapes
Patio & porch
Patio
Other structures
Gazebo
Exposure
South

Parking

Garage spaces
3
Total spaces
3
Parking details
Brick Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage

Lot & location

Lot dimensions
96X163
Lot description
Landscaped
Township
New Trier
County
Cook

Utilities

Heating
Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+
Cooling
Central Air, Zoned
Water
Lake Michigan
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electricity
Circuit Breakers
Equipment
TV-Cable, Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump;, Multiple Water Heaters, Electronic Air Filters, Water Heater-Gas

HOA & community

Assessment includes
None
Community features
Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Paved

Schools

Elementary
South Elementary School (35)
Junior high
Central School (35)
High school
(203)

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes
$41,949 (2024)
Parcel number (PIN)
05063030160000
PIN
05063030160000
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
Closing, Negotiable
Special conditions
List Broker Must Accompany
Listed
6/5/2026
Sold
8/14/2026
Sold price
$2,500,000
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