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$899,000
6 Days On Site

5131 Fair Elms Avenue
Western Springs, IL 60558

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
4
Beds
2
Total Baths
2
Full Baths
3,114
SqFt
$289
/SqFt
1952
Built
County:
Cook
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of @properties Christie's International Real Estate
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Charming Cape Cod on a stunning wooded lot! Welcome home to this updated 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom Cape Cod, perfectly situated on a massive 75x150 lot in the highly desirable Forest Hills neighborhood of Western Springs. Combining classic character with thoughtful updates, this move-in-ready home is designed for both comfortable everyday living and effortless entertaining. The home offers a highly sought-after layout, featuring two bedrooms and a full bathroom conveniently located on the first floor-ideal for a primary bedroom, guest suite, or dedicated home office. The heart of the home is the stunning, sun-filled family room addition. Boasting vaulted ceilings and abundant natural light, it provides a seamless flow directly to the backyard. The updated kitchen and first-floor bathroom (2025) beautifully blend modern style with everyday functionality. Upstairs, you will find two additional generously sized bedrooms and a second full bathroom along with abundant attic storage. The finished basement provides valuable extra living space, perfect for a recreation room, media center, or home gym. Recent major updates provide total peace of mind, including a brand-new A/C unit and a new washer/dryer (2025). The attached two-car garage adds essential everyday convenience. Step outside to your private retreat: the exceptionally large wooded lot offers a scenic, spacious yard with plenty of room to relax, play, or garden under the canopy of mature trees. The location is truly second to none. You are situated just steps away from Forest Hills Elementary School and neighborhood parks and perfectly positioned close to vibrant downtown Western Springs, offering quick and easy access to charming restaurants, boutique shopping, and the Metra train for a seamless commute.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$899,000
Days On Site 
6 Days
Bedrooms 
4
Inside Area (SqFt) 
3,114 sqft
Total Baths 
2
Full Baths 
2
Partial Baths 
N/A
Lot Size 
N/A
Year Built 
1952
MLS® Number 
12779307
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$10,594
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Estimated
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
8 hours agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
8 hours agoStatus changed to Active
6 days agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Attached Garage 
Yes
Foundation 
Concrete Perimeter
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
2.5
Parking 
AsphaltGarage Door OpenerAttachedGarage
Parking Spaces 
2.5
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
SqFt Total 
3114
Style 
Cape Cod
Water Source 
Public
Interior Features
Appliances 
RangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorBar FridgeWasherDryerStainless Steel Appliance(s)
Basement 
FinishedFull
Cooling 
Central Air
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Living Room
Fireplaces 
1
Flooring 
Hardwood
Heating 
Forced Air
Interior 
Vaulted Ceiling(s)Built-in Features
Window Features 
Skylight(s)
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions - 15X11Level - Main
Bedroom 3 
Dimensions - 15X14Level - Second
Bedroom 4 
Dimensions - 12X14Level - Second
Dining Room 
Dimensions - 11X14Level - Main
Family Room 
Dimensions - 17X19Level - Main
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 11X10Level - MainDescription - Eating Area-Breakfast Bar,Island
Laundry 
Dimensions - 22X14Level - Basement
Living Room 
Dimensions - 25X14Level - Main
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 15X15Level - Main
Recreation Room 
Dimensions - 21X33Level - Basement
Storage 
Dimensions - 20X17Level - Basement
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Brick
Lot Features 
Wooded
Other Structures 
Shed(s)
Patio And Porch 
Patio
Roof 
Asphalt
Windows/Doors 
Skylight(s)
Community Features
Community Features 
ParkTennis Court(s)Street Lights
MLS Area 
Western Springs
School District 
Lyons Twp High School
Township 
Lyons
Schools
School District
Lyons Twp High School
Elementary School
Forest Hills Elementary School
Middle School
Mcclure Junior High School
High School
Lyons Twp High School
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of @properties Christie's International Real Estate



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