A rare opportunity in the heart of downtown Lake Forest! Built in 2016, this beautifully constructed two-unit property offers the charm of in-town living with the modern finishes and conveniences today's buyers are looking for! Each spacious unit features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, three finished levels, soaring 10-foot ceilings, hardwood flooring, and upgraded trim throughout. The gorgeous eat-in kitchens feature granite countertops, breakfast bars, and 42-inch cabinetry, while the generously sized bedrooms offer plenty of room to spread out. Head downstairs to the finished lower levels, complete with family rooms and fabulous wet bars featuring illuminated cabinetry and wine/beverage refrigerators, perfect for entertaining! Each unit also includes its own one-car garage space. Just a short walk to the Metra station, shopping, dining, and all the charm of downtown Lake Forest! 1441 N. McKinley & 1439 N. McKinley with two separate PINs, offering the flexibility to purchase both units together or individually. Whether you're looking for an investment opportunity, a multi-generational living arrangement, or the chance to live in one unit and rent the other, properties like this don't come along often!
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Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Sheridan Elementary School
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 2.8mi
10/10
Deer Path Middle School West
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.8mi
10/10
Lake Forest High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.2mi
9/10
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About North
Shore
North Shore, located between Evanston and Lake Forest, is a residential and lakeside Chicago neighborhood with leafy ravines and a shoreline park system. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Metra stations and village centers along Green Bay Road, where independent cafes, bookstores, and small galleries line walkable blocks. Writers Theatre and the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts anchor the cultural calendar, while the Chicago Botanic Garden sets a seasonal rhythm just beyond the lakefront. Streets of brick Colonials, Tudors, and mid-century homes sit behind mature trees and stone walls. Lake Michigan beaches and the Green Bay Trail shape daily routines with long, linear outdoor corridors. Commuter rail and lakefront drives connect the area to downtown without changing its quiet, curated pace.
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Offer insights
1439 N Mckinley Rd · $1,575,000
$1.59M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $1.59M+ is a strong offer
SALE-TO-LIST
99.0%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$1,575,000
Median list price in this area is $294,468. (81% lower than this home)
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Cathedral ceilings
Bedrooms
6 bedrooms
Bathrooms
4 full bathrooms
2 half bathrooms
Double-sink bathroom
Kitchen
Stove
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Microwave
Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Flooring
Hardwood floors
Heating & cooling
Central air conditioning
Home design
Two-unit property
Parking
Detached garage
2-car garage
Garage door opener
Construction
Fiber cement construction
Utilities
Lake Michigan water
Public sewer
Financial info
Both units are listed at $4,500 rent; tenants pay electric and gas.
Electricity and solar
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The GR-3 District is a two-family residence district used for the purpose of maintaining the character of those areas of the community traditionally zoned for two-family dwellings, partially developed by such uses, and in the best interests of the community, desirably maintained for one-and two-family dwelling use.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Greenhouse / nursery
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Park & open space
Jun 26, 2023 • Final
Building
Construct an addition to an existing driveway.
Grading
Aug 21, 2020 • Final
Grading
Work on site grading.
Grading
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Lake Forest, IL • 60045
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Sun exposure
85/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.4 hrs
3.5 hrs
JuneDecember
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