916 Oakwood Ave Lake Forest, IL 60045
Estimated payment $4,960/month
Highlights
- Hot Property
- Property is near a park
- Mud Room
- Sheridan Elementary School Rated A
- Sun or Florida Room
- 5-minute walk to West Park
About This Home
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.
Listing Agent
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #475216912 Listed on: 11/09/2025
Open House Schedule
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Sunday, November 16, 202511:00 am to 1:00 pm11/16/2025 11:00:00 AM +00:0011/16/2025 1:00:00 PM +00:00Add to Calendar
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $9,862
Year Built
- Built in 1910
Lot Details
- 6,795 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 50 x 136
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Interior Spaces
- 1,856 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Mud Room
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Partial Basement
Kitchen
- Gas Oven
- Range
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 2 Parking Spaces
- Driveway
Schools
- Sheridan Elementary School
- Deer Path Middle School
- Lake Forest High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Additional Features
- Shed
- Property is near a park
Community Details
- Tennis Courts
Listing and Financial Details
- Senior Tax Exemptions
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8,989 | $180,912 | $82,229 | $98,683 |
| 2023 | $8,301 | $158,828 | $72,191 | $86,637 |
| 2022 | $8,301 | $148,472 | $67,484 | $80,988 |
| 2021 | $8,065 | $147,191 | $66,902 | $80,289 |
| 2020 | $7,887 | $148,005 | $67,272 | $80,733 |
| 2019 | $7,491 | $145,288 | $66,037 | $79,251 |
| 2018 | $7,651 | $155,331 | $87,931 | $67,400 |
| 2017 | $7,390 | $152,734 | $86,461 | $66,273 |
| 2016 | $7,064 | $145,378 | $82,297 | $63,081 |
| 2015 | $6,954 | $136,890 | $77,492 | $59,398 |
| 2014 | $6,295 | $124,339 | $69,571 | $54,768 |
| 2012 | $6,249 | $125,418 | $70,175 | $55,243 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/09/2025 11/09/25 | For Sale | $785,000 | -- | $423 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12514172
APN: 12-28-311-014
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