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Property Description
Fall in love with this charming, design-inspired, beautifully updated home that blends the original character with modern living. The 1st floor is an entertainer's dream, featuring 2 fireplaces, refinished hardwood floors and fabulous flow through the family room, living room and dining room. The stunning chef's kitchen boasts top of the line appliances, French oak cabinetry, granite and copper countertops and opens to the bright, spacious living area. Additional 1st floor highlights include a library/den, office/bedroom, and a fully renovated full bath. Upstairs, the primary suite delights with a fireplace, sitting area, and walkin closet. 2 additional bedrooms and 2 full baths complete this level. The basement provides great extra storage and potential living space with high ceilings and plumbing for a bathroom. Set on a deep, beautifully landscaped lot with a deck and fully fenced backyard, this home is ideally located just steps from town, train, parks, and schools- truly in the heart of everything.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1494 Oakwood Ave
General
- Price: $799,000
- Taxes: $14,543 (2025)
- Status: Contingent
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12679673
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Interior
- Basement: Unfinished
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bath
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Living Room, Bedroom, Wood-Burning
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High-End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Commuter Train
Parking
- Total Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Driveway, Yes, Owned
Location
- Area: Highland Park
- County: Lake
- Township: Moraine
- Driving Directions: Oakwood Ave, NE of Green Bay Rd/Bobolink, South of Mulberry. Home on West side of street.
School Information
- School District: 112
- Elem School District: 112
- Midd School District: 112
- High School District: 113
- Elementary School: Indian Trail Elementary School
- Middle School: Edgewood Middle School
- High School: Highland Park High School
- Private School: Highland Park High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning, Zoned
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Colonial
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Construction: Stucco
- Exterior Const.: Stucco
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Partial
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Doors: French Doors, Sliding Doors
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 2,228
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1920
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.2527
- Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 50 x 220
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Landscaped
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1920
- Tax Amount: $14,543.04
- Tax Year: 2025
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Property ID: 16262010110000
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Schools
Schools serving 1494 Oakwood Ave
School Districts:North Shore School District 112, Township High School District 113
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Indian Trail Elementary School, Highland Park, IL 2075 Saint Johns Avenue, Highland Park, IL 60035 | K-5 | 0.7 mi |
Edgewood Middle School 2031 Sheridan Road, Highland Park, IL 60035 | 6-8 | 0.7 mi |
Highland Park High School 433 Vine Avenue, Highland Park, IL 60035 | 9-12 | 1.1 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Tax History
Tax History for 1494 Oakwood Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$13,784
7%
$182,253
6%
2024
$12,885
-8%
$171,823
11%
2023
$14,019
9%
$154,879
-4%
2022
$12,917
3%
$161,678
3%
2021
$12,504
4%
$156,286
—
2020
$12,080
—
$156,286
—
2019
$12,080
9%
$155,555
4%
2018
$11,117
3%
$149,670
1%
2017
$10,774
4%
$148,807
-18%
2016
$10,378
-17%
$180,958
8%
2015
$12,563
3%
$168,130
—
2014
$12,208
2%
$168,130
7%
2013
$12,015
2%
$157,681
-3%
2012
$11,782
—
$161,772
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1494 Oakwood Avenue, Highland Park, IL 60035 (MLS# 12679673) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 1494 Oakwood Avenue is currently listed for $799,000 and was received on June 17, 2026. Want to learn more about 1494 Oakwood Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Highland Park? You can browse all Highland Park real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

