228 E Franklin St, Wheaton, IL 60187
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OFF MARKET

$1,781,900

Trulia Estimate
  • 6 Beds
  • 5.5 Baths
  • 5,762 sqft (on 0.40 acres)

228 E Franklin St, Wheaton, IL 60187

Downtown
Est. Refi. Payment $12,762/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 16, 2024 for $1,450,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.78M
Since last month
Decreased$15K (-0.8%)
Since last year
Increased$216K (+13.7%)
Since last sale
Increased$338K (+23.3%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +27% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$1.79M
August 2026$1.8M
July 2026$1.8M
June 2026$1.79M
May 2026$1.76M
April 2026$1.75M
March 2026$1.73M
February 2026$1.65M
January 2026$1.64M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
201 W Union Ave, Wheaton, IL
0.23
Single-Family Home
$1,350,000
08/11/26
6
4.5
4,800
618 Gary Ave, Wheaton, IL
0.52
Single-Family Home
$2,049,000
08/31/26
5
5.5
5,254
315 E Union Ave, Wheaton, IL
0.06
Single-Family Home
$760,000
07/17/26
6
3
4,158
116 W Jefferson Ave, Wheaton, IL
0.22
Single-Family Home
$1,249,000
09/29/26
4
3.5
3,565
104 W Jefferson Ave, Wheaton, IL
0.20
Single-Family Home
$1,225,000
04/17/26
4
3.5
3,190
404 N Washington St, Wheaton, IL
0.12
Single-Family Home
$1,262,500
07/08/26
4
2.5
3,056
314 E Jefferson Ave, Wheaton, IL
0.14
Single-Family Home
$855,000
07/01/26
5
4
2,135
607 E Prairie Ave, Wheaton, IL
0.64
Single-Family Home
$1,415,000
03/02/26
5
5
3,730

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
220 E Franklin St, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.02
$1,253,300
5
5
3,294
Off Market
221 E Union Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.03
$420,700
3
1
1,400
Off Market
221 E Union Ave #House, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.03
-
3
1
1,400
Off Market
229 E Union Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.03
$682,500
5
2
2,250
Off Market
302 E Franklin St, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.03
$731,100
5
2
1,790
Off Market
217 E Union Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.03
$930,700
4
3
2,939
Off Market
216 E Franklin St, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.03
$1,133,900
4
3
2,600
Off Market
401 N Scott St, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.04
$978,300
Studio
3
2,975
Off Market
213 E Union Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.04
$629,500
5
2
1,848
Off Market
308 E Franklin St, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.04
$572,200
4
2
1,811
Off Market
224 E Franklin St, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.04
-
-
-
-
Off Market
208 E Franklin St, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.04
$1,023,500
4
2.5
2,300
Off Market
305 E Union Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.05
$935,200
4
2
2,198
Off Market
503 N Scott St, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.05
$803,000
Studio
3
2,612
Off Market
209 E Union Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.05
$605,400
4
3
3,361
Off Market
312 E Franklin St, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.05
$559,000
Studio
2
2,190
Off Market
204 E Franklin St, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.06
$754,700
6
3.5
2,152
Off Market
315 E Union Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.06
$760,000
6
3
4,158
Recently Sold
509 N Scott St, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.06
$800,400
4
2.5
2,250
Off Market
220 E Union Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.06
$1,187,700
5
4.5
3,300
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 2010
0.4 acre lot
5,762 sqft
$309/sqft
3 Car Garage

About this House

What's unique:Three interior fireplacesPrivate officeCustom unique finishesBasalt rock fountainsStunning arched doorwaysImpressive fully finished basement
IMMACULATE IN TOWN STUNNING WHEATON HOME WITH 8062 SQ FT OF FINISHED LIVING SPACE. THIS HOME LITERALLY WAS A BUILDERS DREAM SO NO EXPENSE WAS SPARED. SET IN THE HEART OF WHEATON - WALKABLE TO TRAIN, LIBRARY, FRENCH MARKET AND VARIOUS RESTAURANTS. 5 BEDROOM/4.5 BATH ABOVE GRADE. VERY VERSATILE FLOORPLAN ALLOWS 3 ADDITIONAL ROOMS TO BE IN-LAW/OFFICE/BONUS ROOMS. STUNNING ARCHED DOORWAYS, ROUNDED WALLS AND BEAUTIFUL HICKORY FLOORING. CUSTOM UNIQUE FINISHES THROUGHOUT. OUTSTANDING CUSTOM MILLWORK CRAFTED BY AN INDIANA AMISH COMMUNITY. STUNNING KITCHEN WITH TOP OF THE LINE APPLIANCES. 11 FOOT ISLAND FOR GATHERINGS. STORAGE GALORE! - 60 INCH WOLF RANGE/SUBZERO FRIDGE/BOSCH WASHER. LARGE BAR AREA OFF GREAT ROOM WITH WINE FRIDGE AND DRINK DRAWERS. LARGE WALK IN PANTRY. PRIVATE OFFICE, PIANO ROOM AND FORMAL DINING ALL CENTRALLY LOCATED SURROUNDING YOUR FAMILIES KITCHEN/GREAT ROOM AREA WITH MANY WINDOWS FOR SUNSHINE AND COZINESS. MUDROOM WITH LOCKERS, SINK AND YOUR PETS WASHING AREA WITH SLATE FLOORING. CENTRAL VAC THROUGHOUT INCLUDING GARAGE AND BASEMENT. THREE INTERIOR FIREPLACES AND ONE EXTERIOR FULL MASONRY FIREPLACE. EACH OF THE LARGE BEDROOMS HAVE A UNIQUE AND VOLUMINOUS CEILING FEATURE. MARBLE AND HEATED FLOORING ARE IN ALL UPSTAIRS BATHROOMS. PRIMARY BEDROOM OFFERS A LARGE WALK IN CLOSET AND FULL SPA BATHROOM, COMPLETE WITH JETTED SOAKING TUB AND MULTI HEAD SHOWER/STEAM ROOM. IMPRESSIVE FULLY FINISHED BASEMENT WITH MASONRY FIREPLACE, GATHERING AREA, BEDROOM, FULL BATHROOM, GAME AREA AND MORE. ALL LANDSCAPING DESIGNED AND MAINTAINED BY BRUSS LANDSCAPING. BASALT ROCK FOUNTAINS FLANK THE BACK STAIRCASE LEADING TO YOUR BLUESTONE/BRICK PATIO WITH MASONRY FIREPLACE AND LARGE PERGOLA. BACKYARD IS GENEROUSLY LANDSCAPED TO ALLOW FOR OPTIMAL PRIVACY. THREE CAR GARAGE WITH EPOXY FINISH. LARGE CABINET AND OVERHEAD STORAGE KEEPS THINGS ORGANIZED. ALL THIS WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE TO SOUGHT AFTER DISTRICT 200 SCHOOLS; LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY, FRANKLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL AND WHEATON NORTH HIGH SCHOOL. THIS IS A REMARKABLE HOME THAT WELCOMES YOU TO MAKE A LIFETIME OF MEMORIES.
228 E Franklin St, Wheaton, IL 60187 is a 6 bedroom, 6 bathroom, 5,762 sqft single-family home in Downtown, built in 2010. It last sold for $1,450,000 on Aug 16, 2024 (3% below the $1,500,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,781,900, with a rent estimate of $8,167/month.
Last check for updates: about 11 hours ago
Listed by Joellen Burshtan, (630) 790-1776
RE/MAX Suburban
Bought with: Robert White, (630) 373-6337, @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12051108

Home Details for 228 E Franklin St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,Full,DaylightNumber of Rooms: 12Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Bar Entertainment, Dining Room, Exercise Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Mud Room, Office, Pantry, Sitting Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 6Number of Bathrooms: 6Number of Bathrooms (full): 5Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 5762 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, FreezerDishwasherLaundry: Upper Level,SinkMicrowave
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced Air,Radiant,Zoned,Radiant FloorHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 3Fireplace: Electric, Gas Log, Family Room, Master Bedroom, BasementHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Window TreatmentsFlooring: Hardwood, Carpet
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Accessibility: Accessible Hallway(s), No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood, Carpet
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: PatioOther Structures: PergolaExterior: BalconyFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 3Number of Covered Spaces: 3Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Concrete,On Site,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2010Year Renovated: 2013
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Brick, Cedar, StoneNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 0516123012Model Home Type: CUSTOM

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,500,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Jun 20 2024Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow, Specific

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Wheaton
School Information
Elementary School: Longfellow Elementary SchoolElementary School District: 200Jr High / Middle School: Franklin Middle SchoolJr High / Middle School District: 200High School: Wheaton North High SchoolHigh School District: 200

Building

Building Details
Builder Model: CUSTOM

Community

Community Features: Park, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.40 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12051108

Additional Information

ParkPoolTennis Court(s)CurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet PavedSource Internet Entire Listing DisplaySource Internet Address DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: Yes

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 16, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12051108
Sold
$1,450,000
May 29, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12051108
Listed For Sale
$1,500,000
Nov 2, 2021
Source: RE/MAX International
ListingRemoved
Oct 23, 2021
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11249561
Listed For Sale
$1,200,000
Aug 29, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$1,150,000

Market trends in Wheaton

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$516K
$20.5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
101.0%
0.6%MoM
Price per sq ft
$284
$7MoM
Available listings
129
7MoM

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What Locals Say about Downtown

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  • 100 % Say parking is easy

  • 100 % Say car is needed

  • 100 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 50 % Say it's quiet

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  • Colleen R.
    "Grew up here and love it and community. Very safe but not much nightlife. Downtown area has gotten a nice facelift. "
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  • Mia B.
    "It is a very dog friendly neighborhood. People pick up after them and I rarely see off leash. Great open areas"
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  • Jeremy
    "Streets are busy. The neighborhood is safe but we still live in unsafe times. We have heard of crime in the area but have felt safe. "
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Frequently asked questions about 228 E Franklin St

  • What is 228 E Franklin St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 228 E Franklin St in Wheaton, IL is $1,781,900.
  • What is the price history for 228 E Franklin St?
    228 E Franklin St in Wheaton, IL last sold for $1,450,000 in August 2024.
  • Is Wheaton a buyer's or seller's market?
    Wheaton is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Wheaton?
    The median sale price in Wheaton is $516K. That is up $20.5K from the prior month.
  • Does 228 E Franklin St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 228 E Franklin St in Wheaton, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 228 E Franklin St have a pool?
    Yes, 228 E Franklin St in Wheaton, IL has a pool.

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