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Single family home for sale at 5131 Fair Elms Ave, Western Springs, IL 60558 | MLS# 12779307 | Listing updated on 2026-10-29
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$799,000

Monthly Est:$3,977

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    2 Baths
  • Beds Icon3,114sqft

5131 Fair Elms Ave, Western Springs, IL 60558

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  • Single Family Residence

  • Built in 1952

  • $-- HOA

  • -- sqft lot

  • $257/sq.ft

Description

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 updated: October 29, 2026 at 1:33 am
  • Listing Provided by: Sheila O'Malley (312) 330-0027 | @properties Christie's International Real Estate (630) 230-0500
  • Source: MRED MLS-IL | MLS#: 12779307 MRED MLS-IL

Property Details

  • Status

    Active

  • Type

    Single Family Residence

  • No. of Stories

    -

  • County

    Cook County

  • City

    Western Springs

  • Neighborhood

    --

  • Year Built

    1952

  • HOA Fees

    -

  • Finished Area

    3,114 sqft

  • Lot Size

    -- sqft lot

  • Basement Area

    - sqft

  • MLS Name

    MRED MLS

  • MLS Number

    12779307

  • MLS Status

    Price Change

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Facts & Features

Rooms

  • Bedrooms & bathrooms

    Bedrooms: 4

    Bathrooms: 2

  • Recreation Room

    Level: Basement

    Area: 693.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 21X33

  • Storage

    Level: Basement

    Area: 340.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 20X17

  • Bedroom 2

    Level: Main

    Area: 165.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 15X11

  • Dining Room

    Level: Main

    Area: 154.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 11X14

  • Family Room

    Level: Main

    Area: 323.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 17X19

  • Kitchen

    Level: Main

    Area: 110.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 11X10

  • Laundry

    Level: Basement

    Area: 308.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 22X14

  • Living Room

    Level: Main

    Area: 350.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 25X14

  • Master Bedroom

    Level: Main

    Area: 225.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 15X15

Interior

  • Interior Features

    Vaulted Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built In Features

  • Heating

    Forced Air

  • Flooring

    Hardwood

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

  • Window Features

    Skylight(s)

  • Cooling

    Central Air

  • Appliances

    Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)

Construction

  • Year Built

    Year Built: 1952

  • Home type

    Single Family Residence

  • Foundation Details

    Concrete Perimeter

  • Construction Materials

    Brick

  • Architectural Style

    Cape Cod

  • Roof

    Asphalt

Utilities & Energy

  • Basement

    Finished, Full

  • Water Source

    Public

  • Parking Features

    Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage

Other Features

  • Lot Features

    Wooded, Mature Trees

  • Community Features

    Park, Tennis Court(s), Street Lights, Street Paved

  • Patio And Porch Features

    Patio

Price History

DateEventPrice

10/29/2026

Source: mls_logoMRED MLS-IL #MRD12779307

Price Decreased

$799,000 -11.12%

$257/sqft

10/13/2026

Source: mls_logoMRED MLS-IL #MRD12779307

Listed for Sale

$899,000 -71.90%

$289/sqft

10/07/2026

Source: mls_logoMRED MLS-IL #MRD12729259

Listing Removed

$3,199,000 +236.74%

$1,027/sqft

08/13/2026

Source: mls_logoMRED MLS-IL #MRD12729125

Listed for Sale

$950,000 -70.30%

$305/sqft

08/13/2026

Source: mls_logoMRED MLS-IL #MRD12729259

Price Increased

$3,199,000 +312.77%

$1,027/sqft

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