
5220 Central Ave Western Springs, IL 60558
Forest Hills NeighborhoodEstimated payment $8,443/month
Highlights
- Second Kitchen
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Traditional Architecture
- Forest Hills Elementary School Rated A
- Recreation Room
- 3-minute walk to Forest Hill Park
About This Home
You should see her now, she's back and glowing! Little touches have made a big difference, and this one truly shines in person. This Forest Hills gem is set on a big 75x150 lot in one of Western Springs' most coveted neighborhoods, this brick beauty blends timeless quality with refreshed appeal. Inside, you'll find: A grand two-story foyer and sun-drenched family room | Gourmet kitchen with butler's pantry, maple cabinetry, and granite countertops | 2019 Pella windows, 2023 washer/dryer, whole-house generator, dual-zone HVAC | Pristine oak floors, solid-core doors, and detailed millwork | Main-floor office/bedroom with full bath | Finished basement with home theater, second kitchen, full bath, and private access to the oversized 21/2-car garage | Professionally landscaped yard with paver patio and walkways. Everything has been meticulously maintained-this home was built to last and it shows. All of this and walking distance to top-rated schools.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $22,538
Year Built
- Built in 2002
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 75x150
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Sprinkler System
Parking
- 2.5 Car Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 3,400 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Recreation Room
- Pull Down Stairs to Attic
Kitchen
- Second Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Double Oven
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Potential Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- 4 Full Bathrooms
- Dual Sinks
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
- Fireplace in Basement
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Home Security
- Home Security System
- Intercom
- Fire Sprinkler System
Outdoor Features
- Patio
Schools
- Forest Hills Elementary School
- Mcclure Junior High School
- Lyons Twp High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Cooling and Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- Forest Hills Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
---|---|---|---|---|
2024 | $22,538 | $102,238 | $10,125 | $92,113 |
2023 | $18,548 | $104,716 | $10,125 | $94,591 |
2022 | $18,548 | $76,058 | $8,719 | $67,339 |
2021 | $17,411 | $76,057 | $8,718 | $67,339 |
2020 | $17,073 | $76,057 | $8,718 | $67,339 |
2019 | $16,231 | $73,888 | $7,875 | $66,013 |
2018 | $15,830 | $73,888 | $7,875 | $66,013 |
2017 | $15,371 | $73,888 | $7,875 | $66,013 |
2016 | $14,750 | $64,089 | $6,750 | $57,339 |
2015 | $14,467 | $64,089 | $6,750 | $57,339 |
2014 | $14,260 | $64,089 | $6,750 | $57,339 |
2013 | $14,532 | $66,009 | $6,750 | $59,259 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
07/15/2025 07/15/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
07/07/2025 07/07/25 | For Sale | $1,199,000 | -- | $353 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
Warranty Deed | $1,030,000 | First American Title | |
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Prairie Title Inc | |
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
Deed | $825,000 | -- | |
Deed | $321,000 | -- | |
Deed | $318,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $300,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Open | $450,000 | New Conventional | |
Closed | $250,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Closed | $417,000 | Unknown | |
Previous Owner | $380,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Previous Owner | $285,000 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $300,000 | No Value Available | |
Previous Owner | $350,000 | Construction | |
Previous Owner | $317,000 | No Value Available |
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Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12412353

APN: 18-07-407-024-0000
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