Community Corner

This is What $499,000 Will Buy You

We look at two similarly priced homes, one in Western Springs and one in La Grange. Check out the photos and tell us which you would prefer.

1. 1123 Birch Ln., Western Springs: Priced at $498,000, according to listings. 

This is a four-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom single family house. 

The home was built in 1964 and has a covered front porch. The kitchen has been updated, and the first-floor family room has a fireplace and powder room. There's a large deck in the back and a finished basement with a wet bar and a pool table. 

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2. 29 S. Spring Ave., La Grange: Priced at $499,000, according to listings.

This is a four-bedroom, two-bathroom single family house. 

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The beautiful Victorian was built in 1888. It features hardwood floors, and updated kitchen and a nice porch in the front. It's also walking distance to downtown La Grange. 

Realtor source/information: The Lehman Group.

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La Grange and La Grange Park // Western Springs

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