5131 Fair Elms Avenue, Western Springs, IL 60558 (MLS # 12779307)

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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.

DAYS ON MARKET 12 LAST UPDATED 10/7/2026
YEAR BUILT 1952 COMMUNITY Western Springs
GARAGE SPACES 2.5 COUNTY Cook
STATUS Active PROPERTY TYPE(S) Single Family

SCHOOLS
School District Lyons Twp High School
Elementary School Forest Hills Elementary School
Jr. High School Mcclure Junior High School
High School Lyons Twp High School


ADDITIONAL DETAILS
AIR Central Air
AIR CONDITIONING Yes
APPLIANCES Bar Fridge, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer
AREA Western Springs
BASEMENT Finished, Full, Yes
CONSTRUCTION Brick
FIREPLACE Yes
GARAGE Attached Garage, Yes
HEAT Forced Air
INTERIOR Built-in Features, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
LOT 0
LOT DESCRIPTION Wooded
LOT DIMENSIONS 75X150
PARKING Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Attached, Garage
SEWER Public Sewer
STYLE Cape Cod
TAXES 10594
WATER Public
MORTGAGE CALCULATOR
   

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