138 Hickory St, Frankfort, IL, 60423
About This Home
Welcome home to this charming historic 2-story residence located in the heart of highly desired Downtown Frankfort! Built in 1920, this beautiful home blends timeless character with modern updates while offering a fantastic location close to shops, restaurants, parks, Oak Plank Trail, and all that downtown Frankfort has to offer. Step inside from the front door into a spacious living room filled with natural light, which leads to a wonderful 4-season sun room perfect for relaxing, reading, or enjoying your morning coffee. The main level also features a formal dining room, a galley-style kitchen with brand new luxury vinyl flooring, and an updated powder room just off the kitchen with a new vanity. The full unfinished cellar basement provides excellent storage space. Upstairs you will find 3 bedrooms and a full bathroom, with beautiful hardwood flooring throughout all bedrooms. The upstairs bathroom has also been updated, adding a fresh modern touch while maintaining the home's character. Additional storage can be found with the walk-up attic access. Enjoy outdoor living with the deck located just off the dining room overlooking the backyard, complete with mature trees, beautiful landscaping, and cyclone fence, gate at the alley, and gates across the driveway. The 2-car detached garage features its own furnace, making it heated and functional year-round. Major updates include the furnace, A/C, and roof within the last 10 years. New garage roof 2 years ago. Located in the award-winning Frankfort 157C and Lincoln-Way East 210 school districts, this historic home offers the perfect combination of charm, convenience, and location!
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Very Limited Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Materials
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
- Construction materials: Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Range,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer,Water Softener,Humidifier
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Unfinished,Cellar,Full
Bedroom2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 13X10
Bedroom3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12X10
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13X12
Features
- Built-in Features
- Window features: Screens
- Flooring: Hardwood
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Natural Gas,Forced Air
- Cooling features: Central Air,Window Unit(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,632 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Galley),Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 13X10
Living Room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 273
- Dimensions: 21X13
Master Bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 260
- Dimensions: 20X13
Other
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13X12
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Details
- Parcel number: 1909282180060000
- Special condition: None
- Other equipment: Water-Softener Owned,Ceiling Fan(s),Sump Pump
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Lot size: 8,276 sqft
- Features: Mature Trees
- Lot size dimensions: 68.3 X 122.7 X 68.2 X 122.8
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Cold Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Tornado
- Heat Wave
- Lightning
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Illinois Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $2,805 | $33,660 |
| Home Insurance * | $210 | $2,520 |
| Property Taxes | $970 | $11,640 |
| Electricity | $130 | $1,569 |
| Total | $4,115 | $49,380 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Illinois FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-13 | Price change | $554,808 |
| 2026-06-29 | Listed for sale | $559,808 |
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