1520 Oakwood Avenue, Highland Park, Illinois 60035


$1,650,000

For Sale
Status: New
Sqft: 5,628
Cost/Sqft: $293
Beds: 5
Baths: 6
Year Built: 2003
Property Taxes: $40,854
Days On Market: 4
Lot Size: 0,00

Description

A rare offering in one of Highland Park's most coveted locations - This stunning custom built all brick residence is beautifully positioned on a private tree filled lot and offers six bedrooms & 5.5 bathrooms. The gracious interior begins with an elegant foyer opening to a spectacular living room, where a striking stone fireplace and windows on two exposures fill the space with natural light. French doors transition seamlessly to the family room, complete with a second fireplace and an open connection to the chef's kitchen. Showcasing an oversized island with breakfast bar, granite countertops, premium stainless steel appliances, beverage refrigerator, breakfast area and generous walk-in pantry this is the perfect space for any home chef. A formal dining room with French doors is just off the kitchen along with a main floor bedroom with en suite, & a spacious mudroom with direct access to the attached three car garage. An elegant powder room completes the main level. Upstairs, the primary suite offers a tranquil private retreat with dual walk-in closets, and a luxurious en suite with separate vanities, soaking tub, oversized walk in shower and private water closet. Three additional bedrooms provide exceptional flexibility, including one with a private en suite bath and walk in closet, while two bedrooms share a beautifully designed Jack and Jill bath with dual vanity. The laundry room is just down the hall and features a utility sink and plenty of additional storage space. The finished basement extends the living space with an expansive recreation room with a bar, media room with screen, billiards room with pool table, sixth bedroom, full bath with walk-in shower and versatile bonus room currently used as a gym. Outside, a lush and beautifully backyard creates a private sanctuary, with mature trees, expansive lawn and a sophisticated paver patio ideal for al fresco dining and entertaining. Perfectly positioned just blocks from the Highland Park Metra, downtown shopping, acclaimed dining and farmers markets, with easy access to Lake Michigan, beaches, lakefront paths and Ravinia. Zoned to highly regarded District 112 schools and Highland Park High School. An exceptional opportunity in one of the most desirable locations on the North Shore.

Property Specifics

Single Family
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2003
Finished, Egress Window, Full
Brick
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No
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Lake
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0 / Not Applicable
None
Public
Public Sewer
Central Air, Zoned
Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
12790920
16262010090000

Nearby Schools

NAME: DISTRICT: DISTANCE:
Grade School
Indian Trail Elementary School
112 —
Middle School
Edgewood Middle School
112 Not in DB
High School
Highland Park High School
113 Not in DB

Property History

DATE: EVENT: PRICE: SOURCE:
19 Nov, 2010 Sold $1,250,000 MRED MLS
30 Oct, 2010 Under contract $1,399,000 MRED MLS
— Last price change $1,485,000 MRED MLS
26 Jul, 2010 Listed for sale $1,485,000 MRED MLS
21 Oct, 2026 Listed for sale $1,650,000 MRED MLS

Room Specifics

All Bedroom Info:
Total Bedrooms: 6
Bedrooms Above Ground: 5
Bedrooms Below Ground: 1
Master Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: 14X21
Location: —
Floor Type: Hardwood
Second Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: 11X15
Location: —
Floor Type: Hardwood
Third Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: 11X15
Location: —
Floor Type: Hardwood
Fourth Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: 13X16
Location: —
Floor Type: Hardwood
Bathroom Info:
Full Bathrooms: 6
Partial Bathrooms: 1
Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool, Separate Shower, Double Sink, Soaking Tub
Bathroom in Basement: 1
Dining Room Info:
Dimensions: 16X16
Location: —
Floor Type: Hardwood
Kitchen Info:
Dimensions: 14X15
Location: —
Floor Type: Hardwood
Features: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry-Butler, Pantry-Closet, Custom Cabinetry, Granite Counters
Laundry Room Info:
Dimensions: 7X16
Location: —
Floor Type: Vinyl
Living Room Info:
Dimensions: 14X23
Location: —
Floor Type: Hardwood
Family Room Info:
Dimensions: 20X19
Location: —
Floor Type: Hardwood
Additional Rooms Info:
Rooms: Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Recreation Room, Breakfast Room, Bonus Room, Exercise Room
Basement: Finished, Egress Window, Full
First Additional Room Info:
Name: Bedroom 5
Dimensions: 10X13
Location: —
Floor Type: Hardwood
Second Additional Room Info:
Name: Bedroom 6
Dimensions: 14X15
Location: —
Floor Type: Carpet
Third Additional Room Info:
Name: Recreation Room
Dimensions: 35X21
Location: —
Floor Type: Carpet
Fourth Additional Room Info:
Name: Breakfast Room
Dimensions: 14X15
Location: —
Floor Type: Hardwood
Fifth Additional Room Info:
Name: Bonus Room
Dimensions: 24X15
Location: —
Floor Type: Carpet
Sixth Additional Room Info:
Name: Exercise Room
Dimensions: 25X12
Location: —
Floor Type: Carpet

Other Specifics

3
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Brick Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Upper Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Sink
Hardwood, Carpet, Wood
Patio
Fenced
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16544
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Full
Dry Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan, 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room, Pantry
Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood, Humidifier
Not in DB
Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
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Gas Log, Gas Starter

Tax History

Year Property Taxes
2010 $30,087
2026 $40,854

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