IL
Kane
Aurora
60506
165 Franklin Avenue
165 Franklin Avenue, Aurora, IL 60506
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Listing Type
Single Family
Listing Status
Active
26
$295,000

Home Details for 165 Franklin Avenue

Price
$295,000
Type
Residential
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2.0
Square feet
1064
Year built
1931
Lot size acres
0.17
County
Kane
Total rooms
6
Garage
2
Basement
Finished, Full, Walk-Out Access
Days on site
1
MLS Listing#
12550084
Property Description

Welcome to a solid, build-to-last home in one of Aurora's most convenient west-side locations-just minutes from Aurora University, downtown, parks, shopping, and commuter routes. This is the kind of property that gives you space, character, and real potential to make it completely your own. Inside, you'll find two main-level bedrooms (approx. 8x9 each) with hardwood flooring underneath the carpet-ready for your next upgrade and fresh finish. Upstairs, the home features a fully finished attic, offering extra flexible living space that can be used as a bedroom, office, playroom, or creative retreat. The heart of the home is a warm, country-style kitchen with granite countertops, a stainless steel stove, and a dishwasher + refrigerator combo, paired beautifully with vintage cabinetry and tons of storage-classic charm with modern function. This home offers two full bathrooms, both updated, one of them with granite countertops, a redone tub, and safety bars for added comfort and accessibility. You'll love the layout with a separate living room and family room, featuring custom ceilings, plus solid wood detailing throughout that gives the home a rich, timeless feel. Picture yourself stepping into a space that's already full of character-then layering it with your own colors, textures, and style. Downstairs, the home continues with a finished open basement, already wired for a vintage surround sound system-and yes, the speakers stay with the home, making it ready for movie nights, game days, or entertaining. Additional highlights include: Front Porch for breeze summers, Ceiling fans in every main-level room Large laundry Area Detached 2-car garage Long concrete driveway with 6+ parking spaces Fenced backyard Humidifier system + central A/C Water heater replaced in 2023 If you're looking for a home with strong bones, unique details, and room to personalize, 165 Franklin is a standout opportunity. This lovely home is ready for your vision-and it's waiting for the right buyer to bring it to life.

Property Features
  • Parking
    • Concrete
    • Garage Door Opener
    • Detached
    • Driveway
    • Garage
  • Basement
    • Finished
    • Full
    • Walk-Out Access
  • Cooling Information
    • Ceiling Fan(s)
    • Central Air
  • Heating Information
    • Natural Gas
  • Water Features
    • Public
  • Utilities
    • Cable Available
School Information
School Information for 165 Franklin Avenue, Aurora, IL 60506
Elementary School
Greenman Elementary School
Middle School
Washington Middle School
High School
West Aurora High School
Listing Courtesy: Century 21 Circle - Aurora - 630-897-4114
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Last Updated: 2026-01-20 03:18:08
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