House Hunt: Five Homes Newly on the Market VIII

The two most recent homes to go on the market in Western Springs couldn't have less in common, besides their both being homes and both being in Western Springs. From Ridgewood, we have a little brown ranch at a massive bargain in a pristine secluded location; from northwestern Forest Hills, we have a ultra-luxury home we've featured before, back on the market once again.

Our three other homes that landed on the market over the last two weeks fall somewhere between these two extremes. Late spring is a great time for open houses, and one of those times when homes look particularly appealing to buyers... so check out these homes in all their May splendor!

Here's this week's houses:

5714 Ridgewood Dr.—$225,000 (Ridgewood)—4 days

3 bed, 2 bath, 2 parking (attached), 1,296 sq. ft. (house), 9,530 sq. ft. (lot)

Coldwell Banker Residential

A modest 1962 tan-colored ranch in one of Western Springs' most secluded locations, on an out-of-the-way Ridgewood street with Flagg Creek behind. Fantastic value on the as-is short sale for a house that's a bit of a fixer-upper (or a tear-down candidate) but does have a newer sewer line and electric panel. Realtor: "Paperwork in and waiting for a contract!"

4907 Fair Elms Ave.—$1,699,000 (Forest Hills)—5 days

4 bed, 4.1 bath, 2 parking (detached), 5,500 sq. ft. (house), 12,000 sq. ft. (lot)

RE/MAX Elite

Unquestionably one of Western Springs' most luxurious homes, this 2007 stucco-stone traditional offers tons of amenities. An Orren Pickell custom-build, the home boasts French oak floors and an enclosed, heated porch, in addition to the huge rooms of a massive open floor plan. Realtor: "This is the home that every buyer is searching for today!"

5336 Central Ave.—$439,900 (Forest Hills)—5 days

4 bed, 2.1 bath, 2 parking (detached), unknown sq. ft. (house), 7,500 sq. ft. (lot)

Coldwell Banker Residential

A cute, classic 1959 brick house in southern Forest Hills. Custom built-ins and custom kitchen, new carpeting, new floors and updated bathrooms. Fully finished basement offers multiple additional rooms; backyard is completely fenced. Realtor: "Elegantly updated and overflowing with character!"

4308 Woodland Ave.—$849,900 (Old Town North)—8 days

4 bed, 3.1 bath, 1 parking (detached), 2,889 sq. ft. (house), 8,925 sq. ft. (lot)

Realty Executives Service

A 1926 Old Town North colonial well updated for modern living with hardwood floors, stone patio, spacious kitchen and breakfast room open to the living room, den/sun room, finished basement and landscaped backyard with shed. Realtor: "Updated and oh so charming!"

5300 Lawn Ave.—$509,000 (Forest Hills)—12 days

4 bed, 3 bath, 2 parking (attached), unknown sq. ft. (house), 9,350 sq. ft. (lot)

Realty Executives Service

Large, spacious colonial home on a corner lot in Forest Hills close to Springdale Park at St. John of the Cross. Includes breakfast room and recreation room, finished basement, wet bar, hardwood floors and two fireplaces. Realtor: "Add your personal touches to this wonderful opportunity; take a look; you will not be disappointed!"