1520 Oakwood Avenue

About this home

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.

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• Elementary

  Indian Trail Elementary School

  112

• Middle

  Edgewood Middle School

  112

• High school

  Highland Park High School

  113

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