530 Oak Knoll Drive, Lake Forest, Illinois 60045


$1,949,500

For Sale
Status: Active
Sqft: 4,184
Cost/Sqft: $466
Beds: 4
Baths: 4
Year Built: 1991
Property Taxes: $22,732
Days On Market: 11
Lot Size: 1,51
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Description

Striking Nantucket-style home set on a beautifully landscaped, private 1.5-acre lot in highly desirable Lake Forest, offering timeless curb appeal and a serene setting within the top ranked Lake Forest High School and Everett Elementary School district. A covered front porch and charming window boxes create a warm, welcoming first impression and classic North Shore appeal. Inside, vaulted ceilings, elegant 8-foot doors, and hardwood floors throughout enhance a grand, open floor plan ideal for entertaining. Expansive floor-to-ceiling windows flood the home with natural light, creating bright, inviting living spaces with seamless flow. The kitchen is the heart of the home, featuring custom Wood-Mode cabinetry, a large center island with breakfast bar, and a walk-in pantry. It opens to an inviting family room anchored by a dramatic stone fireplace-perfect for everyday living and gatherings. Just beyond, the sunroom offers radiant heated floors and three walls of expansive sliding glass doors, blending indoor and outdoor living and providing an ideal space for family time and entertaining. The main-level primary suite serves as a peaceful retreat with a spa-inspired bath including heated floors, a jacuzzi tub, separate shower, and walk-in closet. A private first-floor office offers excellent flexibility for remote work, study space, or a playroom. The second level features three generously sized bedrooms, a loft area, and two full bathrooms, offering ample space for family and guests. The finished lower level expands the living area with a temperature-controlled wine room, recreation space, exercise area, and abundant storage-ideal for growing families and active lifestyles. Additional highlights include a heated three-car garage, new roof (2023), and freshly painted exterior (2025). Ideally located near Metra service, highway access, shopping, award-winning Lake Forest schools, Conway Farms Golf Club, and Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital. A rare opportunity to own a move-in-ready luxury home with abundant land in Lake Forest - offering space, privacy, and timeless design in one of the North Shore's most sought-after communities.

Property Specifics

Single Family
1991
No
1.51
Lake
— / Not Applicable
12547870
16063020210000

Nearby Schools

NAME: DISTRICT: DISTANCE:
Grade School
Everett Elementary School
67
Middle School
Deer Path Middle School
67 Not in DB
High School
Lake Forest High School
115 Not in DB

Property History

DATE: EVENT: PRICE: SOURCE:
1 Mar, 2013 Sold $1,100,000 MRED MLS
10 Dec, 2012 Under contract $1,199,000 MRED MLS
30 Nov, 2012 Listed for sale $1,199,000 MRED MLS
27 Jul, 2018 Sold $1,150,000 MRED MLS
27 Jun, 2018 Under contract $1,150,000 MRED MLS
20 Jun, 2018 Listed for sale $1,150,000 MRED MLS
15 Jan, 2026 Listed for sale $1,949,500 MRED MLS

Room Specifics

All Bedroom Info:
Total Bedrooms: 4
Bedrooms Above Ground: 4
Bedrooms Below Ground: 0
Second Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: —
Third Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: —
Fourth Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: —
Bathroom Info:
Full Bathrooms: 4
Partial Bathrooms: 1
Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink
Bathroom in Basement: 0
Additional Rooms Info:
Rooms: —
Basement: —
Basement Description: —

Other Specifics

3
237X292X267X236
Not in DB

Tax History

Year Property Taxes
2013 $21,802
2018 $23,137
2026 $22,732

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