House Hunt: Five Homes For Sale Closest to the Bemis Woods Crossing

Despite some energetic by some residents of Woodland Avenue, the scary Bemis Woods access crossing at the corner of Woodland and Ogden Avenue is scheduled be updated in the spring of 2012 with flashing lights and painted stop-bars directing traffic to stop for pedestrians.

The terrifying four-lane dash to Bemis has been a thorn in the side of joggers, bikers and nature enthusiasts in Western Springs for years—but that should finally change by next summer, making Bemis Woods' paths a far more attractive option for exercise or relaxation.

In light of this, we took a look at the five homes for sale closest to the new crossing (and, ergo, the five homes for sale best-suited to make use of it!)

3839 Grand Ave.—$1,249,500 (Old Town North)

6 bed, 5.1 bath, 2 parking (2 attached garage), 4,000 sq. ft. (house), 6,750 sq. ft. (lot)

Option Realty Group LTD

A five-year-old French country manor-style home with superb artistic touches, three stone fireplaces and maple cabinets, this home is pure custom-built deluxe, from Amish cabinets to the bluestone veranda. Complete with finished lower level with wet bar and even a fireplace on the back patio. Realtor: "Wow!"

3902 Central Ave.—$1,100,000 (Old Town North)

5 bed, 5.1 bath, 2 parking (2 detached garage), 3,602 sq. ft. (house), 7,695 sq. ft. (lot)

RE/MAX Properties

A relatively new (2007) brick home with loads of luxury. Includes super master suite, two fireplaces,  a "stunning" kitchen and terraced stone walls, as well as a stone back patio. In total, the home has four (4) finished levels. Realtor: "This is a very special home!"

3909 Wolf Rd.—$262,900 (Field Park)

3 bed, 2 bath, 2 parking (2 detached garage), unknown sq. ft. (house), 7,800 sq. ft. (lot)

Smothers Realty Group

A fantastic bargain on this red-brick 1927 bungalow along Wolf Road, sold as-is but spacious and just waiting to be designed to your liking. Fresh paint and new roof are among recent updates; home also features hardwood floors and family room with fireplace, overlooking the backyard. Realtor: "Best value in Western Springs!"

4021 Grove Ave.—$499,000 (Old Town North)

3 bed, 2 bath, 2 parking, 1,716 sq. ft. (house), 12,750 sq. ft. (lot)

RE/MAX Properties

A charming 1926 robin's-egg-blue cottage on a large, oversized lot provides both a rustic touch and a chance to expand the home into what is current a big backyard. Features hardwood floors, fireplace in living room and plenty of space to fill as you like. Realtor: "Opportunity knocks; will you answer?"

4012 Wolf Rd.—$250,000 (Old Town North)

2 bed, 1 bath, 2 parking (2 detached garage), unknown sq. ft. (house), 8,100 sq. ft. (lot)

Coldwell Banker Residential

A 1924 home along Wolf Road, the Village's spine, this vintage home is priced to sell, while still offering many great features, including an enclosed front porch and a perennial-filled yard. Home offers plenty of opportunities to expant. Realtor: "Roll up your sleeves and turn this diamond in the rough into a beauty!"