House Hunt: Five Homes Price-Dropped 10 Percent in the Last Three Months

The (in)famous Black Friday rush is approaching: that unofficial holiday devoted to massive sales and equally massive lines at stores througout the nation. In the spirit of sales and saving, this week's House Hunt is 10 percent off—five homes that have gone on a 10-percent sale over the past three months.

What buyer doesn't like a sale, right? Especially a sale chance to live in Western Springs? Because as we all know, there are plenty of great reasons to live in Western Springs...

5240 Central Ave.—$329,000 [down from $419,900, -21.6%] (Forest Hills)

4 bed, 2.1 bath, 2 parking (2 attached garage), unknown sq. ft. (house), 12,750 sq. ft. (lot)

Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell

A 1967 quad-level in the heart of Forest Hills on a majestic, luscious .3-acre well-treed lot, this large home is being sold as-is, including eat-in kitchen, family room with fireplace, finished sub-basement and large living and dining rooms. Realtor: "This home has tons of potential and is looking for the right buyer!"

5221 Lawn Ave.—$279,900 [down from $319,000, -12.5%] (Forest Hills)

3 bed, 2 bath, 2 parking (2 detached garage), unknown sq. ft. (house), 9,350 sq. ft. (lot)

Prime Property Partners

A 1961 tri-level with a good-sized backyard, being sold as part of an estate; home could be made into a four-bedroom by adding an extra wall. Hardwood floors are throughout the home and the floor plan is advertised as "great for entertaining." Realtor: "A great opportunity... it's clean, it's solid, it's original and shows much potential!"

4928 Lawn Ave.—$530,000 [down from $599,999, -11.7%] (Forest Hills)

4 bed, 2 bath, 2.5 parking (2.5 detached garage), 1,967 sq. ft. (house), 14,025 sq. ft. (lot)

County Line Properties, Inc.

A 1951 home with a more recent addition offering a gourmet kitched complete with island and walk-in pantry. Family room has wood-burning fireplace; all appliances are stainless-steel. Landscaped backyard includes a small pond. Home warrant and inspection included in price. Realtor: "An entertainer's dream... quick close option; priced to move!"

4029 Johnson Ave.—$449,000 [down from $449,000, -11.1%] (Field Park)

3 bed, 2 bath, 2 parking (2 detached garage), 1,686 sq. ft. (house), 6,550 sq. ft. (lot)

Coldwell Banker Residential

A 1925 home in fantastic shape with tan and light-blue interior decor with freshly-redone hardwood floors and an first-floor office that could also be a fourth bedroom. Home also features elegant front and rear porches and "Sears Catalogue" architecture. Realtor: "Prime, prime, prime Field Park location... this is an extremely clean home!"

4053 Western Ave.—$419,000 [down from $469,000, -10.7%] (Old Town North)

4 bed, 3.1 bath, 2 parking (2 attached garage), 2,550 sq. ft. (house), 6,600 sq. ft. (lot)

Prudential American Homes

Stylish 1965 colonial in the far west of Western Springs' Old Town North. Home rests atop attached garage and includes eat-in kitchen, large family room with fireplace and master suite with bath. Realtor: "So much house for the money... motivated seller says, bring me an offer! House is in great working condition but offered as-is."