$589,000
SOLD MAR 7, 2025

5405 Commonwealth Ave Unit 540 Western Springs, IL 60558

Forest Hills Neighborhood
2 Beds
3 Baths
1,490 Sq Ft
$328/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$395 Per Sq Ft

7% Above List Price

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Forest Hills Elementary School Rated A
  • Breakfast Room
  • Plantation Shutters

About This Home

As of March 2025

Stunning ranch-style townhouse offers 2,585 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space with 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. Main level showcases elegant cathedral ceilings, gleaming hardwood floors, and sophisticated chair rail detailing throughout. Spacious living room features a fireplace with custom wood mantle and flows seamlessly into dining room, creating an ideal entertainment space. Gourmet kitchen impresses with custom cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and expansive peninsula, opening to convenient in-kitchen dining area with sliding glass door access to deck. Primary suite offers space for a reading nook or desk, walk-in closet, and en-suite bathroom featuring double vanity, separate shower, and soaking tub. Second bedroom, currently utilized as office space, sits adjacent to full bathroom featuring shower/tub combination with modern glass panel. Main level convenience continues with dedicated laundry room, complete with utility sink and storage cabinets. Finished basement delivers plush carpeting throughout, featuring expansive recreation room with wet bar, chair rail detailing, and recessed lighting. Basement includes a spacious third bedroom with under-window bench seat and walk-in closet. Separate full bathroom in basement features walk-in shower. Additional features include ceiling fans throughout both levels, outdoor patio, two-car attached garage, and generous storage room. Located minutes from Western Springs' charming downtown district, featuring Sweet Ali's Gluten Free Bakery and Kirschbaum's Bakery. Convenient access to Metra station, Spring Rock Park, and I-294.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sabrina Glover

Platinum Partners Realtors License #475168174 Listed on: 02/05/2025

Platinum Partners Realtors

Co-Listed By

Mary Cesaretti

Platinum Partners Realtors License #475209174

Last Buyer's Agent

Trish Orndorff

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475155134

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,892

Year Built

  • Built in 2005

HOA Fees

  • $328 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Asphalt Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,490 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Plantation Shutters
  • Sliding Doors
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Breakfast Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Storage
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Sinks
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Sink Near Laundry

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Schools

  • Forest Hills Elementary School
  • Mcclure Junior High School
  • Lyons Twp High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions
  • Senior Freeze Tax Exemptions

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include insurance, exterior maintenance
  • 4 Units
  • Hillcrest Property Management Association, Phone Number (630) 785-6045
  • Commonwealth Subdivision, Evergreen Floorplan
  • Property managed by Hillcrest Property Management

Pet Policy

  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,892

Year Built

Built in 2005

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$328 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Type Attached: Townhouse-Ranch
  • Ownership: Condo
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Townhouse-Ranch
  • Subdivision Name: Commonwealth
  • Year Built: 2005
  • Age: 16-20 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Unit Floor Level: 1
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop
  • Basement: Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • LivingArea: 1490
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Stories Total: 1
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 2585
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 1
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 2585
  • Door Features: Sliding Glass Door(s)
  • Window Features: Plantation Shutters
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Plans

Exterior Features

  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick,Cedar

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • ParkingTotal: 2
  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: In Unit, Sink
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK
  • Association Fee: 328
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Management Company: Hillcrest Property Management
  • Management Contact Name: Hillcrest Property Management
  • Management Phone: 630-785-6045
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Insurance, Exterior Maintenance

Schools

  • Elementary School: Forest Hills Elementary School
  • High School: Lyons Twp High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Mcclure Junior High School

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 10
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): Yes
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes
  • Max Pet Weight: 999

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3892.08
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior,Senior Freeze

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 4

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 5, 2025
Closed on
Mar 7, 2025
Sold by
Jane C Flynn Living Trust and Flynn Daniel J
Bought by
Minik Irene and Tolimieri Nick
Seller's Agent
Sabrina Glover
Platinum Partners Realtors
Buyer's Agent
Trish Orndorff
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$550,000
Sold Price
$589,000
Premium/Discount to List
$39,000
7.09%
Views
41
Current Estimated Value
$591,549

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$2,549
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.57%
Original Mortgage
$389,000
Outstanding Balance
$386,962
Interest Rate
6.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$204,587

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 9, 2006
Sold by
Flynn Jane C
Bought by
Flynn Jane C and Jane C Flynn Living Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 12, 2005
Sold by
Commonwealth Properties Co Llc
Bought by
Flynn Jane C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$120,000
Interest Rate
5.8%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $589,000 First American Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Warranty Deed $449,000 Cti
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $389,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $120,000 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
03/07/2025 03/07/25 Sold $589,000 +7.1% $395 / Sq Ft
02/09/2025 02/09/25 Pending -- -- --
02/05/2025 02/05/25 For Sale $550,000 -- $369 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $3,892 $35,877 $6,128 $29,749
2023 $4,613 $35,877 $6,128 $29,749
2022 $4,613 $32,292 $3,234 $29,058
2021 $4,211 $32,290 $3,233 $29,057
2020 $3,835 $32,290 $3,233 $29,057
2019 $4,173 $30,489 $2,893 $27,596
2018 $4,077 $30,489 $2,893 $27,596
2017 $3,886 $30,489 $2,893 $27,596
2016 $5,025 $27,079 $2,553 $24,526
2015 $5,188 $27,079 $2,553 $24,526
2014 $5,002 $27,079 $2,553 $24,526
2013 $5,066 $26,602 $2,553 $24,049
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12277824

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 18-07-418-059-1016