Saturday, October 11, 2008

Closed in Field Park of Western Springs

4029 Johnson Avenue in Field Park...Original Sears home was completely updated with brand new kitchen and two new bathrooms. Listed at $545,000, reduced to $529,000 and closed at $510,000. It also had a 2 1/2 car garage. On the market for 122 days. When looking for a home call Linda Hanley Kelly, 708-334-5356!

Sold in Old Town of Western Springs



4352 Prospect Avenue This vintage home was originally listed for $775,000. It was reduced 30 days later to $499,900 and than to $489,900. It closed on Oct. 10, 2008 for $438,000. This home had alley access and could be combined with the parcel next door to give it an overall lot size of 126 x 140.786. Market time was 106 days. Call me today for a home appraisal. Linda Hanley Kelly, 708-334-5356

Tuesday, October 7, 2008

Looking to build in Springdale of Western Springs?


70 x 125 lot on great block. Located on 51st Place in Springdale this would be a nice lot to build on. Home is now listed for under $400,000. Call me to see this home. Keep it as a rental until you are ready to build. Linda Hanley Kelly, Charles Rutenberg Realty
708-334-5356. I live right down the block on Clausen.

Closed in Springdale of Western Springs


5233 Howard in Springdale was on the market for 543 days. It started at $479,900 and was last listed for $399,000. It closed for $360,000. It had 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths and a 1 car attached garage. Bathrooms were updated and granite counters in kitchen.
Linda Hanley Kelly, Charles Rutenberg Realty 708-334-5356

Monday, October 6, 2008

Tea with Your American Girl Doll


The LaGrange Area Historical Society warmly invites you to a Tea with Your American Girl doll! This year they are featuring Molly from 1944. The tea is at The Vial House, home of the LaGrange Area Historical Society, 444 S. LaGrange Road. Seatings at 11 am and 1 pm. Tea and finger sandwiches will be served plus learn about dolls that other American Girls have loved, hear a story about Molly and what was happening in LaGrange in the 1940's. Adult chaperone is required for each family. $10 per person(dolls and other lovies are welcome) Ages 8 to 11
The Tea is Saturday, November 1st.


Reservations required by October 25th. Call Lee Bence at 708-860-1429.

Wednesday, October 1, 2008

Closed in Forest Hills of Western Springs


4809 Grand Avenue
This home was built in 2001. It has 5 bedrooms, 6 1/2 baths, finished lower level and sits on a 100 x 187 lot. Walk to train and schools location. Listed for $1,950,000, lowered to $1,875,000 and sold for $1,660,000. Market time-159 days Closed 9/30/2008
Linda Hanley Kelly, Broker/realtor 708-334-5356

Sold- Forest Hills of Western Springs

5220 Central Avenue
Built in 2002 this home sits on a 75 x 149 lot. It has 5 BRs, 4 baths and a finished basement complete with a second kitchen. Originally listed at 1,149,000 and lowered to 1,100,000 it closed for $1,030.00. Closed 10/1/2008 362 days on the market
Linda Hanley Kelly, broker/realtor 708-334-5356

Sold and Closed in Old Town of Western Springs

4311 Western Avenue
Custom built in 2004 this home has 5 BR, 4 1/2 baths, large screened porch and a finished 3rd floor. Originally listed at 1,125,000 it closed for $938,175.00. It was on the market for 130 days. Closed 9/30/2008 Linda Hanley Kelly broker/realtor 708-334-5356

Lyons Township High School Homecoming

Homecoming is coming...mark your calendars for The Big Day. October 11, 2008

Monday, September 29, 2008

Sold and closed in Springdale

5410 Johnson Avenue
This 3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch with a one car attached garage was an estate sale. Home was sold as is. It was on a crawl space. Originally priced at $399,900 it had been lowered to $329,000 and closed for $287,500. It was on the market for 210 days. It closed on September 24, 2008. If you are planning a move give me a call!

Sold and Closed in Springdale

210 Rugeley Road
This 4 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath home had a beautiful family room addition on it. Home overlooked open space by Lyons Township High School. Originally listed at 769,900 it had been lowered to $729,900 and sold and closed for $705,000 on September 23, 2008. It was on the market for 150 days. Come look at homes with me. I think there are some very nice buys out there!

Monday, September 22, 2008

Closed in Springdale of Western Springs

5327 Johnson Avenue in Springdale
Originally listed at $1,199,000-last list price before sale was $1,060,000. On September 5th it closed for $910,000. This home was on the market for 499 days. Market times for new homes are often longer because they are listed before completion.

Saturday, September 20, 2008

Sold in Field Park

4136 Harvey Avenue in Field Park
Newer home in Field Park was up for sale for $979,000 and closed on Sept. 16th for $920,000. The last sale on this home was on April 26, 2005 and the sale price then was $910,000. Homes are continuing to sell but the pricing is critical. When you are ready to put your home on the market give me a call so we can discuss preparing your home, pricing your home and marketing your home. Linda @ 708-334-5356

Home sale on Gilbert Avenue in Western Springs

4554 Gilbert Avenue in Ridge Acres
3 Bedroom, 3 bath tri-level on a 50 x 150 lot. This home showed well, was priced right and sold quickly. It closed on September 15th for $372,000. If you are thinking of selling your home and would like to get an idea of the current market value please call me today. 708-334-5356

Closed in Old Town of Western Springs

1328 Chestnut in Old Town
This is what I call a charm home! This home went up for sale for 795,000 and sold quickly. It had 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths and sits on an 83 x 189 lot. The sale price was $755,000. It closed on September 18, 2008. For information on what is currently for sale in Western Springs please give me a call at 708-334-5356.

Friday, September 12, 2008

Closed Sept. 12th Brick ranch in Springdale of Western Springs

608 52nd Place in Springdale
Many updates in this brick ranch. Originally listed at $569,850-lowered to $549,850. This home closed for $517,000. It had 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. Finished basement.

Wednesday, September 10, 2008

Suggest a Business

The Village of Western Springs is looking for new ways to improve the business district. Fill out the form and submit it to the village. http://www.wsprings.com/file.asp?F=292872CA39F84874BDF00F2186130D83%2Epdf&N=Prospective+Business+Lead+Form%2Epdf&C=events

Closed in Ridgewood of Western Springs

Longmeadow in Ridgewood
This 4 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath home was built n 1965. It was on the market for 163 days. It originally listed for $665,000, was reduced to $599,900 and sold for $510,000. It closed on Sept. 9, 2008. The price reflects a builder/seller arrangement.

Saturday, September 6, 2008

Closed in Old Town of Western Springs

3821 Lawn Avenue in Western Springs
Totally renovated 4 br, 5 1/2 baths home on 50 x 135 lot. Finished lower level and 3rd floor.
This home was on the market for 224 days. It originally listed for $825,000 and was lowered to $744,900. It closed for $700,000 on Sept. 5, 2008.

Friday, September 5, 2008

Western Springs Village Club Adult Kick off Party!



September 13, 2008 at 7:30 pm! Drink, eat and dance to live band music. Cruise ship attire is encouraged to this "Love Boat" Party. Take this chance to experience the Village Club of Western Springs. There is still time to join! $45.00 per couple. RSVP to Amy Santi 708-246-7154.