#12208204, Anna Fiascone, Listing Office: Compass
$9,203
closing credit¹
5131 Fair Elms Ave Western Springs, IL 60558
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About 5131 Fair Elms Ave
Charming 4-Bedroom Cape Cod in Sought-After Forest Hills, Western Springs. Nestled in the highly coveted Forest Hills neighborhood, this delightful 4-bedroom, 2-story Cape Cod home sits gracefully atop a picturesque hill. The home boasts a spacious and inviting interior with a large family room featuring vaulted ceilings that overlook an expansive, private backyard-perfect for both relaxation and entertaining. The updated kitchen flows seamlessly into the dining and living room areas, creating a warm and open atmosphere. The home offers two bedrooms on the main floor, providing convenient main-level living options, while the second floor houses two additional bedrooms. A fully finished basement offers versatile recreational space, ideal for a variety of uses such as a home theater, fitness area, or game room. Set on an extra-large lot typical of the neighborhood, this home is a short distance from an award-winning grade school and offers quick access to the vibrant downtown Western Springs area, full of dining, shopping, and community services. Western Springs was recently voted the #1 Best Place to Live in Cook County and #2 in the entire country, along with being ranked #4 for Safest Towns in Illinois. With convenient proximity to Hinsdale, La Grange, and Burr Ridge, this home combines small-town charm with easy access to surrounding areas. The attached oversized garage comfortably fits two cars and provides ample space for bicycles or additional storage. This is a truly unique opportunity to live in one of the most desirable communities in the region!
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- MLS Number: 12192805
- MLS Name: MRED
- Office Name: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
- Office Phone: (630) 325-7500
- Listing Agent: Marty Dunne
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$775,000
5131 Fair Elms Ave
$9,203
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Jul 18, 2001 | Home Sold | $395,000 |
Jul 18, 2001 | Home Sold | $395,000 |
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Nearby schools
8
Forest Hills Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.2 mi
•5020 Central Ave
8
Oak Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.8 mi
•950 S Oak St
9
Highlands Elementary School
Public District PK-4
1.1 mi
•5850 Laurel Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $174,648. The most common annual income of people living in Western Springs, IL is $200k+. Most families are married, with kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
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About 5131 Fair Elms Ave
This home is located at 5131 Fair Elms Ave in Western Springs, IL and zip code 60558. This 2,900 square foot home was built in 1952. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 29, 2025 and is currently priced at $775,000.
Over 5 listings were sold over their listed price in January 2025 in Western Springs, IL. In the same period over 1 listings were sold below the listed price and 0 listings were sold for the listed price. The inventory of homes for sale in Western Springs, IL between December and January 2025 increased by 6.3%. While the average time on the market in January 2025 was 5 days, the median list price was $820,000.