House Hunt: Five Recently-Listed Western Springs Homes II

We always like to stay current with our real estate column—and while simply talking about newly-listed homes each week would rob us of fun topics like oldest and most expensive homes for sale, we definitely like to return to this topic every so often. So here’s some homes that just went on spring sale as we move into April—no fooling!

4243 Johnson Ave.—listed 8 days—$525,000

3 bed, 2 bath, 1 parking (1 attached garage), 1,641 sq. ft. (house), 6,517 sq. ft. (lot)

Koenig & Strey Real Living

A nifty white southern-Field Park home with prime amenities like hardwood floors, cherry cabinets and a full basement. Right across from McClure Junior High School (and it’s accompanying field, a perfect extra back yard!) and just a block from the library. Fenced-in yard includes shed, kids’ playset and red-brick patio area.  Realtor: “ready to move-in with prime location!”

4032 Clausen Ave.—listed 6 days—$419,000

3 bed, 1.1 bath, 1 parking (1 attached garage),unknown  sq. ft. (house),  10,480 sq. ft. (lot)

RE/MAX Properties

A 1950 ranch home in the heart of Field Park with a large backyard and a basement complete with rec room. A spacious living room opens to the dining room. House comes with fully-applianced kitchen and enclosed back porch suitable for all seasons except winter. Realtor: “Lovely block in Field Park with close proximity to town, train, schools, parks and shopping!”

3816 Lawn Ave.—listed 7 days—$419,000

3 bed, 2.1 bath, 2 parking (2 detached garage), 2,000 sq. ft. (house),  7,500 sq. ft. (lot)

RE/MAX Properties

One of the northernmost houses in the Village, this Old Town North house has a traditional look from the outside but a thoroughly modern interior. The unique comfy theater in the basement makes this house truly a cinephile’s dream, plus stainless appliances and new windows and baths. Realtor: “truly a great house!”

1118 Park Ln.—listed 7 days—$389,900

3 bed, 1.1 bath, 2 parking (2 detached garage), 1,660 sq. ft. (house),  10,032 sq. ft. (lot)

D’Aprile Properties, LLC

Move into Ridgewood with this lovely ranch in the heart of southern Western Springs. Recent renovations include a completely new kitchen and roof. The living room overlooks the backyard, which includes a large wooden swingset and playplace. Realtor: “Gorgeous home on [a] large lot… will delight the pickiest buyers!”

5438 Grand Ave.—listed 8 days—$298,000

4 bed, 2 bath,  2 parking (2 detached garage), 1,600 sq. ft. (house),  9350 sq. ft. (lot)

Prudential American Homes

Who can resist a Forest Hills house priced under $300,000, and including four bedrooms at that? Newly painted with all appliances included, as well as a 2 1/2-car garage. Realtor: “unbelievably priced for quick sale… move-in condition!”