$849,900
24491 Forest Drive, South Lyon, MI 48178
5 beds
5 baths
5,318 sq ft
- Per sq ft
- $160
- Lot
- 6.73 acres
- Built
- 2000
- Type
- Single Family Residence
- On market
- 43 days
DescriptionShowHide
Welcome to your private woodland retreat! Tucked away at the end of a peaceful cul-de-sac on nearly 7 breathtaking wooded acres, this exceptional 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath custom home offers the perfect balance of luxury, privacy & convenience--all within walking distance of downtown South Lyon. This home is an entertainer's dream featuring a dramatic 2-story great room filled w/natural light, a stunning double-sided fireplace & an open, flowing floor plan. The gourmet kitchen is the heart of the home, showcasing timeless white cabinetry, center island, tile backsplash, abundant prep space & seamless access to the breakfast nook/sunroom overlooking the picturesque property. The 1st floor primary is a true retreat complete w/spa-inspired ensuite bath & private balcony. 4 addt'l bedrooms & 3.5 baths offer generous space for family & guests. The finished walkout lower level expands your living & entertaining options with a full 2nd kitchen, spacious rec area, full bath, versatile flex room & 2nd double-sided fireplace, making it ideal for multi-generational living, extended guests or hosting large gatherings. Enjoy peace of mind with major updates already completed, including a new roof (2018), new furnace (2019) & new A/C (2023). Additional highlights include a 3-car attached garage, storage shed, South Lyon Schools with lower Lyon Township taxes & outdoor patio backing to nearly 7 wooded acres offering incredible privacy. Potential future lot split & room for an outbuilding or pole barn (subject to township approval). This rare property combines the serenity of country living with the convenience of being just minutes from downtown South Lyon's shops, restaurants, parks & community events. Close to Novi, Brighton and Ann Arbor. Opportunities like this don't come along often--experience the lifestyle you've been dreaming of. Welcome home!
Facts & features
Interior9
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 5
- Full baths
- 4
- Half baths
- 1
- Fireplaces
- 2
- Flooring
- Carpet, Wood
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Interior features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Garage Door Opener, Wet Bar, Center Island, Eat-in Kitchen
- Basement
- Daylight, Full, Walk-Out Access
Square footage2
- Total living sq ft
- 5,318 sq ft
- Below grade (basement)
- 1,960 sq ft
Heating, cooling & utilities4
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling / AC
- Central Air
- Water source
- Well
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
Parking3
- Garage spaces
- 3
- Garage
- Yes
- Parking
- Garage Faces Side, Garage Door Opener, Attached
Exterior & construction7
- Lot size
- 6.73 acres
- Lot features
- Wooded, Cul-De-Sac
- Exterior features
- Balcony
- Construction
- Brick
- Roof
- Asphalt
- Architectural style
- Contemporary
- Year built
- 2000
Property details7
- Type
- RESIDENTIAL
- Sub-type
- Single Family Residence
- County
- Oakland
- Parcel #
- 21-19-326-009
- Days on market
- 43
- MLS #
- 26034462
- Status
- Active
District: South Lyon
No individual schools were listed for this home.
Assigned schools as entered by the listing agent. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on this.
Price & tax historyShowHide
- $849,900
Listing courtesy of Preferred, Realtors Ltd · Jeffrey Packer
734-707-7992 · jeff@welcomehomedetroit.com
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