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Property Description
Original owners have taken meticulous care of this ranch home and she's ready for new owners! Located in one of the most desireable neighborhoods in Western Springs, just one block from the elementary school, this 3 bedroom, 1.1 bath home is as cute as a button with its updated kitchen and baths. The basement provides plenty of room for storage, as does the detached 2-car garage. Clean as a whistle and ready to move in, she's perfect as a starter home for a new family or retirees looking to downsize.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5221 Fair Elms Ave
General
- Sold For: $600,000
- Taxes: $6,353 (2023)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12623871
- Added to Site: 74 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom Features: No Tub
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2.5
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: Western Springs
- County: Cook
- Subdivision: Forest Hills
- Driving Directions: Wolf Rd. to 53rd St. to Fair Elms Ave.
School Information
- School District: 101
- Midd School District: 101
- Elementary School: Forest Hills Elementary School
- High School: Lyons Twp High School
- Private School: Lyons Twp High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Rec/Family Area, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Square Feet: 1,672
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1960
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 50 x 132
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1960
- Tax Amount: $6,353
- Tax Year: 2023
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 18074070430000
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Schools
Schools serving 5221 Fair Elms Ave
School Districts:Western Springs School District 101, Lyons Township High School District 204
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Forest Hills Elementary School 5020 Central Avenue, Western Springs, IL 60558 | K-5 | 0.3 mi |
Mcclure Jr High School 4225 Wolf Road, Western Springs, IL 60558 | 6-8 | 1.3 mi |
Lyons Twp High School 100 South Brainard Avenue, La Grange, IL 60525 | 9-12 | 1.7 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 5221 Fair Elms Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/02/2026
Sold
$600,000
0.02%
MLS
4/20/2026
Listed
$599,900
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
5221 Fair Elms Avenue, Western Springs, IL 60558 (MLS# 12623871) is a Single Family property that was sold at $600,000 on June 02, 2026. This property was listed by Cheri Hagan from our North Shore Illinois Office.Want to learn more about 5221 Fair Elms Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Western Springs? You can browse all Western Springs real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.


