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.
Property Details
Price:
$1,750,000
MLS #:
MRD12747315
Status:
Active
Beds:
5
Baths:
6
Type:
Single Family
Neighborhood:
highlandpark
Listed Date:
Oct 6, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
5,628
Year Built:
2003
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Schools
School District:
113
Elementary School:
Indian Trail Elementary School
Middle School:
Edgewood Middle School
High School:
Highland Park High School
Interior
Appliances
Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood, Humidifier
Bathrooms
5 Full Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom
Cooling
Central Air, Zoned
Fireplaces Total
2
Flooring
Hardwood, Carpet, Wood
Heating
Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
Interior Features
Dry Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan, 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room, Pantry
Laundry Features
Upper Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Sink
Exterior
Community Features
Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Construction Materials
Brick
Fencing
Fenced
Garage Spaces
3
Parking Features
Brick Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Parking Spots
3
Parking Total
3
Patio And Porch Features
Patio
Window Features
Skylight(s), Blinds, Storm Window(s)
Financial
HOA Fee Frequency
Not Applicable
HOA Includes
None
Tax Year
2024
Taxes
$40,854
Map
Community
- Address1520 Oakwood Avenue Highland Park IL
- CityHighland Park
- CountyLake
- Zip Code60035
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Highland Park as of Oct 10, 2026
78
Single Family Listed
45
Avg DOM
350
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,316,226
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 1520 Oakwood Avenue Highland Park IL is a Single Family for sale in Highland Park, IL, 60035. It is listed for $1,750,000 and features 5 beds, 6 baths, and has approximately 5,628 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 2003. The current price per square foot is $311. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Highland Park is $350. The average listing price for Single Family in Highland Park is $1,316,226.
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1520 Oakwood Avenue
Highland Park, IL


