$2,495,000

464 Oakwood Avenue, Lake Forest, IL 60045

Active
5 beds 4.5 baths 3,701 sqft (assessor) Built 1880 Residential MLS #MRD12733232 7 days on market
Listing courtesy of Compass · 847-416-0446 · MLS #MRD12733232 · Status: Active
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.

Property details

Interior

Fireplaces
1
Fireplace details
Gas Log
Basement
Unfinished, Full
Additional rooms
Bedroom 5, Sun Room, Office
Total rooms
10

Building & exterior

Style
Traditional
Age
100+ Years
Exterior
Cedar
Foundation
Block, Concrete Perimeter

Parking

Garage spaces
2
Total spaces
2
Parking details
Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage

Lot & location

Lot dimensions
95x190
Township
Shields
County
Lake

Utilities

Heating
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Lake Michigan, Public
Sewer
Public Sewer, Storm Sewer

HOA & community

Assessment includes
None

Schools

Elementary
Sheridan Elementary School (67)
Junior high
Deer Path Middle School (67)
High school
Lake Forest High School (115)

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes
$26,437 (2025)
Parcel number (PIN)
12331220140000
PIN
12331220140000
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
Closing
Special conditions
List Broker Must Accompany
Listed
8/14/2026

Rooms

RoomSizeLevelFlooring
Bedroom 511X9Main
Sun Room12X12MainBrick
Office11X9Main
Bedroom 211X11Second
Bedroom 317X12Second
Bedroom 414X12Second
Dining Room16X16Main
Family Room17X16Main
Kitchen25X14Main
Laundry8X6Second
Living Room16X16Main
Master Bedroom24X12Second

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