Chicago Magazine has just published a piece identifying Western Springs Illinois as one of the best places to live in Chicago. That is no surprise to any of us who live in the near-western suburbs.

Of the seven separate and distinct neighborhoods which make up Western Springs, everyone has their favorite. However, Field Park is one of those neighborhoods that just has universal appeal.

Field Park Elementary School is located in Field park neighborhood, so it is within walking distance for all of its students. More importantly, the school is awesome. Consistently, Field Park students have amazingly high test scores. And what better way to brag about your little genius than to tout the educational performance of his school? It makes you feel pretty good about paying your real estate tax bill, too.

Field Park is strategically positioned between downtown Western Springs and Bemis Woods Forest Preserve. That means that commuting to work is easy. If you are a train commuter, just walk a few blocks to the Metra station. If you drive, Ogden Avenue is just to the north. Best of all, since the opposite side of Ogden is unpopulated (Forest Preserve), access tends to be lighter as traffic is reduced.

When you see the interior of 3909 Johnson in Western Springs, you will be impressed. It is incredibly well-maintained and clean. And there are four second floor bedrooms. That is tough to find in this price range as many of the homes have either three bedrooms or four bedrooms, but they are divided between the first and second floors. Particularly if you have kids, you will like all of your bedrooms on the second floor.

Take a quick peek at the features of this home…

Main Level

Foyer
Hardwood flooring
Turned staircase
Extra deep coat closet
Arched entry to Living Room

Living Room 20×13
Hardwood flooring
Arched entry from foyer
Crown molding
Masonry fireplace
Plantation shutters
Lead glass windows
Triple bank of windows

Kitchen 15×11
Hardwood flooring
Crown molding
Painted white cabinets
Natural granite counter tops
White appliance package including refrigerator, double oven/range, dishwasher, disposal, water purification system
Pantry
Large eat-in capacity
Triple bank of windows overlooking backyard
French door with access to back yard

Dining Room 11×14
Hardwood flooring
Chair rail
Crown molding
Two windows
Ceiling light medallion
French door access to kitchen

Powder Room
Ceramic tile flooring
Chrome plumbing fixtures
Dual flush water saving commode

Second Level

Master Bedroom 18×12 Southwest
Hardwood flooring
Built-in closet system
Separate second cedar closet
Ceiling fan
Triple bank of windows
Two individual windows

Bedroom 2 17×13 Southeast
Hardwood flooring
Built-in full wall shelf and desk
Chair rail
Two windows
Ceiling fan
Reach-in closet

Bedroom 3 13×10 North
Hardwood flooring
Tall base molding
Chair rail
Two windows
Built-in closet system
Wood blinds

Bedroom 4 15×10 North
Hardwood flooring
Tall base molding
Triple bank of windows with built-in wood shutters
Beadboard
Full wall walk-in closet
Built-in bookshelves

Bathroom
White ceramic tile flooring, ceramic tile tub/shower surround
Carrera marble counter top
Chrome plumbing fixtures
Reach-in linen closet
Wood blinds

Lower Level

Recreation Room 25×24
Multi-loop carpet flooring/hardwood flooring
Oak staircase
Drywall walls
Above ground glass block windows
Extra deep game closet
Recessed lighting

Laundry/Storage Room 15×11
Concrete flooring
Above ground glass block windows
Outside access to back yard
Utility sink
Built-in storage shelving

Mechanical Features
40 gallon water heater
100 amp electrical service
Sump pump
Whole house fan

Interior Features
Architectural highlights
Divided light windows
2-piece tall base molding
Radiant heat with separate central air pack
Laundry shoot

Exterior Features
All brick
Tandem 2-car garage
Extra exterior parking space
Architectural grade shingles
Aluminum gutters
Brick paver patio
6-foot tall privacy fence
Professionally landscaped

Schools
Field Park Elementary School District 101
McClure Middle School District 101
Lyons Township High School District 204

Village Link

Of all of the homes listed for sale in Western Springs right now between $500,000 and $800,000, 3909 Johnson is a standout! If you agree and want to see it for yourself, contact Bryan Bomba at 630-455-8455. It will be my pleasure to arrange a private showing.

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4451 Franklin Western Springs Illinois

Take a look inside 4451 Franklin Western Spring IL for a treat sought after by many, but achieved by few. Of course, I am referring to that elusive combination of a LARGE lot (213 feet deep in this case) combined with an in-town “walk to” location.

Most of the lots in the in-town sections of Western Springs are 50 x 135. To have a lot that is 213 feet deep is flat out unheard of. The benefits are many:

• awesome back yard
• wonderful space for the kids to scream
• increased privacy as the back yard neighbors are further removed
• Tons of space for future expansion

If you have viewed the virtual tour, you can see that 4451 Franklin in Western Springs Illinois is a cut above the rest. The floor plan is particularly family friendly. Oversized eat-in kitchen. Large family room. First floor office area. Hardwood floors. Finished basement.

Enough with the talk already, come take  a look for yourself by contacting Bryan Bomba of Coldwell Banker Western Springs 630-455-8455.

Check out the inside…

Main Level

Foyer
Traditional front entry door with side lights
Stone tile floor
Oak staircase
Guest coat closet
Decorative light fixture

Living Room 14 x 12
Oak flooring with walnut inlays
Cove molding
Chair rail
French door access to Family Room

Dining Room 14 x 11
Oak flooring with walnut inlays
Cove molding
Chair rail
Tall base molding

Kitchen 14 x 12
Oak flooring
Maple cabinets
Granite counter tops
Center island
Ample recessed lighting
Decorative light fixture over island
New appliances including Jenn Air refrigerator with through-the-door water and ice; G. E. Café oven/range; KitchenAid dishwasher; G. E. microwave

Breakfast Room 15 x 12
Oak flooring
French door with direct access to back yard
Planning desk
Ceiling fan

Family Room 18 x 12
Oak flooring
Fireplace with stone surround and traditional mantel
Triple bank of bumped out windows overlooking back yard

Den 12 x 9
Oak flooring
French door access to Living Room

Powder Room
Oak flooring
New vanity
Kohler plumbing fixtures
Wall sconce lighting

Mud Room 8 x 6
Direct outside access
Ceramic tile flooring
Whirlpool washer and dryer
Upper and lower cabinets
Laundry sink

Second Level

Master Bedroom 17 x 14
Neutral plush carpeting
Walk-in closet with organization system
Triple bank of bumped out windows
Vaulted ceiling
Ceiling fan
 
Master Bathroom
Ceramic tile floor, tub and shower surround
Vanity with his and her sinks
Granite counter top
Sconce lighting
Whirlpool tub
Separate shower

Bedroom 2 13 x 12
Neutral plush carpeting
Reach-in closet with organization system
Tray ceiling
Ceiling fan
Double bank of windows

Bedroom 3 12 x 12
Neutral plush carpeting
Reach-in closet with organization system
Tray ceiling
Ceiling fan
Double bank of windows

Bedroom 4 12 x 10
Neutral plush carpeting
Reach-in closet
Tray ceiling
Ceiling fan
Double bank of windows

Family Bathroom
Ceramic tile floor and tub surround
Skylight
 
Lower Level

Recreation Room 34 x 21
Carpeting
Above-ground windows
Built-in bookcases
Wine storage

Bedroom 5 16 x 11
Carpeting
Reach-in closet

Full Bathroom 3
Ceramic tile floor and shower surround
Stand-up shower

Mechanical Room
Additional storage area
90%-plus efficiency heating and air conditioning
50-gallon water heater
Sump pump with battery back up
Central vacuum system

Miscellaneous

Exterior Features
Brick and cedar exterior
Detached 2 ½ car garage
Rear deck
 
Schools and Village Links
Forest Hills Elementary School, District 101
McClure Middle School, District 101
Lyons Township High School, District 204
Village Link
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Imagine living in a new home in the revered Old Town neighborhood in Western Springs IL for $899,900!

The Old Town neighborhood in Western Springs is unique in that it offers true “walk to” living. Walk to Laidlaw Grade School, McClure Junior High School, downtown Western Springs, the Western Springs Metra commuter train station and Bemis Woods.

This is a completed new home that no one has lived in. Be the first owner of this custom built traditional home.

It features four finished levels of living area. That is three stories plus a finished basement. Talk about space!

This is a screaming value for the astute buyer. Contact Bryan Bomba of Coldwell Banker Western Springs for details. 630-455-8455.

Additionally, the lot is uncommonly deep which creates an extra deep back yard.

Take a look at 4451 Franklin in Western Springs IL. Upon first look, it appears to be a wonderfully updated, spacious and neutrally decorated family home. Well, it is a lot more than that. Take a look at the Google map of Western Springs and you will begin to learn the truly convenient lifestyle that this in-town Western Springs home affords.  Easy walk to downtown Western Springs. Easy walk to the Western Springs Metra commuter train. Easy walk to schools. Am I being too subtle when i say that you will absolutely not find a more convenient walk to location?

And now for the awesome yard. Most homes in Western Springs IL have lots that are 135 feet in depth. 4451 Franklin offers a whopping 213 feet of lot depth. Effectively that means that there is an extra 80 feet of back yard space for the kids to play. Do you know how uncommon that is? It is next to impossible to find in an in-town location like this.

4451 Franklin Western Springs IL

HINSDALE 4th OF July:

Parade: Begins at 6th and Garfield; Saturday July 4 @ 10am. For more info, http://www.villageofhinsdale.org or 630-789-7090

Oak Brook 4th of July

Festival and Fireworks: Oak Brook Polo grounds; Friday July 3 4pm. For more info, http://www.oak-brook.org or 630-368-5000.

Clarendon Hills 4th of July

Festival and Fireworks. Prospect Park; Saturday July 4 @ 7pm. Fore more info, http://clarendonhillsparkdistrict.org or 630-323-2626

Western Springs 4th of July

Rely on the neighboring towns for fun this weekend.

3901 Grand in Western Springs is the best rental house available in the Western Springs, LaGrange and Hinsdale area for less than $2,000 per month. This rental house is located in the highly sought after Old Town neighborhood in Western Springs. See what is on the market in Old Town for sale.

 3901 Grand in Western Springs is the absolute cleanest rental house available. Check all of the Western Springs real estate websites and you will see what I mean. Located in the heart of the coveted Old Town neighborhood, the location cannot be any more ideal. The walk to town, train and schools is just perfect.

This rental house will be available for possession after June 1, 2009. The first to commit to $1995 per month, gets it. Review the previous rental listing for 3901 Grand Western Springs. It did not last long last time either.

Seize this rare opportunity. It is a new home in the Old Town neighborhood of Western Springs which is being offered for less than $1,000,000.

3837 Forest in Western Springs has just been reduced to $999,800. It is a short sale where the loan against the property is higher than the current asking price. This translates into a unique opportunity for a savvy buyer.

Most short sales are used homes which are occupied by the family which is experiencing a tough financial situation. This is different. It is a new house that has NEVER been lived in. So you as a buyer have the benefit of buying a house at true below market prices without the headache of having to address any maintenance issues.  Take a look inside 3837 Forest.

If you see a better deal than this in Western Springs, please let me know. It is unlikely that you will.

Inquiries? Just contact Bryan@BryanBomba.com.

Regardless of your purpose, it makes sense to know the value of your western Springs real estate. It is likely that your real estate holdings in Western Springs represent one of your largest financial assets.

It must be noted that your home is not worth what was reported by the last bank appraisal. If that appraisal was done more than six months ago, it is ancient history.

Rather, I recommend a number of online tools to help you in determining the value of your residential real estate in western Springs IL.

WestSuburbanMLS.com is a way to check all of the current property listings in the Chicago Metropolitan area. Unlike realtor.com and other “consumer” real estate websites, WestSuburbanMLS.com is up to date.

Another good real estate website is MyPropertyValuation.com. It’s a very localized valuation system that works a lot like Zillow.