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Property Description
916 Oakwood Ave. In-town convenience with a residential feel. Award winning schools, a 6-minute drive to Forest Park Beach, excellent restaurants, boutique shopping, the express train to Chicago, and iconic West Park - all just around the corner. This gracious and lovingly maintained home features 3 bedrooms, one full bath upstairs, and one full bath on the main floor. The spacious kitchen pairs beautifully with its large eat in area while a separate dining room serves as the perfect backdrop for entertaining guests. The bright sunroom with its southern facing windows offers a tranquil retreat. The front entrance contains a welcoming foyer alongside a living room furnished with built in shelving, a bay window, and French doors leading to the den which could easily double for entertainment or a home office. Upstairs, discover three light-filled bedrooms, a spacious linen closet, and a stunning full bathroom with eye catching black and white tiles. The basement is partially finished, with newer washer, dryer, furnace and hot water heater. Outside is a beautifully maintained lawn with mature plantings and a backyard that provides privacy. Schedule your showing today! The property has a lead water service line that may be required to be replaced by the City of Lake Forest in the future.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 916 Oakwood Ave
General
- Sold For: $650,000
- Taxes: $9,861 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12514172
- Added to Site: 69 day(s) ago
Interior
- Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Oven
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Train
Parking
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Yes
Location
- Area: Lake Forest
- County: Lake
- Driving Directions: From the intersection of Waukegan Road and Deerpath, head east until you meet the intersection of Deerpath and Oakwood Ave. Take a left going north on Oakwood Ave to 916 Oakwood Ave. House will be on the left.
School Information
- School District: 67
- Midd School District: 67
- Elementary School: Sheridan Elementary School
- Middle School: Deer Path Middle School
- High School: Lake Forest High School
- Private School: Lake Forest High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Utilities
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Aluminum Siding, Stucco
- Exterior Const.: Aluminum Siding, Stucco
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Partial
- Square Feet: 1,856
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1910
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.156
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 50 x 136
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1910
- Tax Amount: $9,861.98
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 12283110140000
Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Sold by Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
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Schools
Schools serving 916 Oakwood Ave
School Districts:Lake Forest Community High School District 115, Lake Forest School District 67
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Sheridan Elementary School, Lake Forest, IL 1360 North Sheridan Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | K-4 | 0.6 mi |
Deer Path Middle School East 95 West Deerpath Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | 5-6 | 0.7 mi |
Deer Path Middle School West 155 West Deerpath Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | 7-8 | 0.7 mi |
Lake Forest High School 1285 North McKinley Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | 9-12 | 0.6 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 916 Oakwood Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/15/2025
Sold
$650,000
-17.2%
MLS
11/09/2025
Listed
$785,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
916 Oakwood Avenue, Lake Forest, IL 60045 (MLS# 12514172) is a Single Family property that was sold at $650,000 on December 15, 2025. Want to learn more about 916 Oakwood Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Lake Forest? You can browse all Lake Forest real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

