House Hunt: Five Newest-Built Houses for Sale in Western Springs

It's no big secret that the housing market hasn't really been the same over the past few years, let alone for new constructions—but that doesn't mean that they don't exist, especially in the classy, more-robust real-estate market of Western Springs.

These new or newer homes are stately top-of-the-line fresh constuctions, embodied with everything one could expect from modern home architecture. They're pricey (unlike ,) but you're bound to get what you pay for.

Have a look above for photos, and below for information:

5221 Ellington Ave.—$1,059,900 (Springdale)—2012

4 bed, 5 bath, 2.5 parking (attached), 3,800 sq. ft. (house), 9,343 sq. ft. (lot)

FOXmls.com

Blue cedar and red brick mix in this new construction's exterior in the heart of Springdale. Modern design features "maximize light and space" along with all the trimmings: two fireplaces, hardwood floors, maple cabinets, granite counters, butler's pantry. Complete with finished basement. Realtor: "Award-winning design detail in every room!"

800 51st Ave.—$1,199,000 (Forest Hills)—2011

5 bed, 6 bath, 2 parking (attached), 4,250 sq. ft. (house), 9,892 sq. ft. (lot)

Adams & Myers Realtors, Inc.

Just finished in April, this brick estate is awaiting its ivory-walled and hardwood-floored interior to be filled. Eleven rooms; first floor and finished basement boast 10-foot ceilings; custom gourmet kitchen comes with Viking and Sub-Zero appliances. They don't come newer than this. Realtor: "Best of everything!"

5341 Grand Ave.—$1,299,000 (Forest Hills)—2010

5 bed, 6 bath, 2 parking (detached), 6,300 sq. ft. (house), 7,050 sq. ft. (lot)

OnLine Realty Professionals.com

Nantucket-inspired cedar-and-stone custom home in southern Forest Hills. Hoards of trimmings: custom millwoork, Amish cabinets, marble master bath with steam shower and heated floor, dual walk-in closets. Includes sunroom, finished attic (with bathroom!) and finished basement (also with heated flooring) with office. Fenced backyard. Realtor: "Magnificent!"

4209 Western Ave.—$999,000 (Old Town North)—2008

4 bed, 5.1 bath, 2 parking (attached), 4,500 sq. ft. (house), 6,600 sq. ft. (lot)

Prestige Realty, Inc.

Almost brand new, this 2008 Old Town North home comes complete with rec room, sauna and home theater. Rooms are large throughout the house. Two-car garage attached. Realtor: "Architecture w/extensive trim, beautiful molding and hardwood floors!"

5142 Lawn Ave.—$1,399,000 (Forest Hills)—2007

6 bed, 4.1 bath, 2 parking (detached), 6,400 sq. ft. (house), 11,212 sq. ft. (lot)

Realty Executives Service

Shake and stone "cottage-style" home is far bigger than your average cottage! Absolutely massive, with four full finished floors (16 rooms!) on a whopping lot. Realtor: "Exceptional quality and finishes in every room... A comfortable home for everyday living and grand entertaining!"