Homes for sale - 494 Oakwood AVE, Lake Forest, IL 60045

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494 Oakwood AVE Lake Forest, IL 60045

3 Beds

2 Baths

2,796 SqFt

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11/26/2024 06:06 AM

Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached Single

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 2,796 sqft

Price per Sqft $375

MLS Listing ID 12168225

Style Farmhouse

Bedrooms 3

Full Baths 2

Year Built 1905

Annual Tax Amount $8,127

Tax Year 2023

Lot Dimensions 50X240

Property Description

This charming two-story home in the desirable Oakwood/Vine neighborhood is a true gem with a rich history. Once rented by Wallis Spencer, who later became the Duchess of Windsor, the residence has been meticulously rebuilt and modernized. It features: Beautiful fir floors throughout. 3 bedrooms and 2 newly updated bathrooms. A large living room and a separate dining room. A bright, new designer kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances, La Cornue stove and hood, including a steam oven and microwave, plus a generous eating area. A new screened porch with a wood-burning fireplace, perfect for relaxation. A fully updated 3+ car garage with a dual electric fast charging station and specialty coated floors.This home has been lovingly preserved for its historic charm and thoroughly updated to today's modern features. Recent upgrades including a new roof, new electrical and rewiring, updated plumbing, new HVAC, foam insulation, new storm windows, new shutters and freshly painted inside and out. A spacious yard ideal for outdoor enjoyment. This home is ready for you to move in and start enjoying all it has to offer. A fantastic opportunity in a truly special location near the heart of downtown, train and beach.

Location

State IL

County Lake

Area Lake Forest

Rooms

Basement Partial

Interior

Heating Steam, Radiator(s), Baseboard

Cooling Central Air, None

Fireplace N

Appliance Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer

Exterior

Parking Features Detached

Garage Spaces 3.0

Building

Dwelling Type Detached Single

Sewer Public Sewer, Sewer-Storm

Water Lake Michigan, Public

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

Others

HOA Fee Include None

Ownership Fee Simple

Special Listing Condition None

Listed by Marina Carney • Compass

Neil Hackler

Real Estate Advisor | License ID: 167138

+1(773) 677-3479

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