5131 Fair Elms Avenue

Western Springs, IL 60558

$775,000
Price
4
Beds
2,900 Sq. Ft.
$267 / Sq. Ft.
2,900
Sq. Ft.
$267
per Sq. Ft.

Description

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...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!
  1. Listed by Marty Dunne • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

Property Details for 5131 Fair Elms Avenue

Area
Western Springs
Township
Lyons
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.5
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.5
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
Heat/Fuel
Forced Air
LISTING UPDATED: 02/01/2025 08:44 PM

Property Details for 5131 Fair Elms Avenue

StatusContingent
MLS #12192805
Days on Market6
Taxes$10,898 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1952
Lot Size0.26 AC / 11,250 SF
CountyCook County

Building Information for 5131 Fair Elms Avenue

Stories-Year Built1952Building Size-Lot Size0.26 AC / 11,250 SF

Property Information for 5131 Fair Elms Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 101
  • Elementary School: Forest Hills Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Mcclure Junior High School
  • High School District: 204
  • High School: Lyons Twp High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 101
Addtl Parking Information
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Additional Parcels: Yes
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 9
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Basement Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 71-80 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 75X150
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • General Information: None
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • Assessor Square Footage: 1402
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2024-11-16T02:01:01
  • Photos Count: 28
  • OpenHouse Count: 2
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 15X15
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 15X11
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 15X14
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 12X14
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 11X14
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 17X19
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 12X11
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 22X14
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 25X14
Recreation Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 21X33

Property History for 5131 Fair Elms Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 5131 Fair Elms Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$3,375Additions$13,462Total$16,837
Tax Record2023$3,344 ($279 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,402 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,402 SqFtStories1Lot Size3,750 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1952CountyCOOKAPN18-07-401-026Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 5131 Fair Elms Avenue

This home is within Western Springs School District 101.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Forest Hills Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Mcclure Jr High School
Public6 to 8

Lyons Twp High School
Public9 to 12

St. John of the Cross
PrivatePK to 8

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