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Garrett Johnson

homesbygarrett@gmail.com +1(847) 337-1157

$2,495,000

Est. payment - /mo

5 Beds

4.5 Baths

3,701 SqFt

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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached Single

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 3,701 sqft

Price per Sqft $674

MLS Listing ID 12733232

Style Traditional

Bedrooms 5

Full Baths 4

Half Baths 1

Year Built 1880

Annual Tax Amount $26,437

Tax Year 2025

Lot Size 0.410 Acres

Lot Dimensions 95x190

Property Sub-Type Detached Single

Property Description

Located in the heart of Lake Forest's Historic District, 464 Oakwood Avenue seamlessly blends timeless architectural character with today's modern comforts. Known as the historic John J. McIntyre House, this beautifully updated residence offers approximately 3,700 square feet of living space with five bedrooms, four-and-a-half baths, and exceptional attention to detail throughout. A welcoming wraparound front porch sets the tone- just rebuilt, leading to interiors rich with original charm, including high ceilings, hardwood floors, detailed millwork, and gracious entertaining spaces. The thoughtfully renovated kitchen serves as the heart of the home, featuring marble countertops, premium appliances, a large center island, custom banquette seating, and French doors opening to the bluestone patio and landscaped grounds. The flexible floor plan includes a first-floor guest suite or office, while the second level offers four additional bedrooms, including a luxurious primary suite with beautifully upgraded his and hers walk -in closets. Significant updates to; electric, plumbing, new, dual HVAC system and new cedar shake roof. Set on .40 acre just moments from downtown Lake Forest, the Metra station, shops, restaurants, and schools, 464 Oakwood Avenue represents a rare opportunity to own a beautifully restored historic home in one of the North Shore's most desirable walk-to-everything locations.

Location

State IL

County Lake

Area Lake Forest

Rooms

Basement Unfinished, Full

Interior

Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air

Cooling Central Air

Fireplaces Number 1

Fireplaces Type Gas Log

Fireplace Y

Exterior

Garage Spaces 2.0

Building

Dwelling Type Detached Single

Building Description Cedar, No

Sewer Public Sewer, Storm Sewer

Water Lake Michigan, Public

Level or Stories 2 Stories

Structure Type Cedar

New Construction false

Schools

Elementary Schools Sheridan Elementary School

Middle Schools Deer Path Middle School

High Schools Lake Forest High School

School District 67 , 67, 115

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HOA Fee Include None

Ownership Fee Simple

Special Listing Condition List Broker Must Accompany

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Listed by Marina Carney of Compass

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Garrett Johnson

+1(847) 337-1157

Agent | License ID: 475.188206

Agent License ID: 475.188206

464 Oakwood AVE Lake Forest, IL 60045

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