489 LAKESHORE ROAD W, Oakville (SW Southwest)

$4,150,000

For sale: Detached

Detached at 489 LAKESHORE ROAD W, Oakville (SW Southwest)
Property type
Detached
Bedrooms / bathrooms
4 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms
Living area
5,000 sqft
MLS®
MLS® W13761512
Neighbourhood
1017 - SW Southwest

A reimagined historic farmhouse that blends timeless architectural charm with warm natural finishes and a soft colour palette. This heritage home offers over 7,000 square feet of luxury living space, where timeless character and sophisticated modern design come together seamlessly. Every detail, from the craftsmanship to the carefully curated finishes, has been completed to an exceptional standard. Elegant design elements include wide oak plank flooring, black accent hardware, shiplap detailing, and a striking open staircase with tempered glass railings. The chef-inspired kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, featuring professional-grade appliances, a large centre island, custom cabinetry, and quartz countertops. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the oversized great room highlighted by expansive architectural Kolbe windows, a coffered ceiling, and a dramatic five-foot gas linear fireplace with a steel surround. Automated blinds and lighting enhance the main floor living ares. A separate living room offers inlaid herringbone oak flooring and access to the wraparound covered verandah. Upstairs, the impressive hallway showcases 14-foot ceilings and oversized skylights, leading to four spacious bedrooms, each with a private ensuite featuring heated floors. The primary retreat includes a generous walk-in dressing room and a spa-inspired five-piece ensuite complete with a freestanding tub, double vanity, heated porcelain floors, heated towel rack, and glass enclosed walk-in shower. The fully finished lower level offers a spacious recreation area with 9-foot ceilings, home gym area, wet bar, 3-piece bathroom, and roughed-in theatre room. Additional highlights include a centrally heated garage equipped with two EV chargers. Outside, the beautifully landscaped property features perennial gardens, a covered terrace, and a circular driveway. Ideally located across from Appleby College, a short walk to the lake and moments from downtown Oakville.

Sold data

Detached homes in Oakville (SW Southwest) — recent sold market

Detached homes in Oakville (SW Southwest) took a median of 27 days to sell over the last 90 days, with the quickest quarter selling within 13 days and the slowest quarter taking more than 50, across 349 recorded sales.

That clock counts only the listing each home finally sold on. Measured from the first time these properties came to market, including any earlier listings that were withdrawn and re-entered, the median is 64 days.

The median sale price was $1,699,000.

Homes sold for about 4.4% below asking on average, so there was room to negotiate.

About 11% of sales closed above the list price.

Around 21% of sellers reduced their price before finding a buyer.

Median days to sell
27
Median sale price
$1,699,000
Sale-to-list ratio
95.6%
Sold above asking
11%

Based on 349 recorded sales in the last 90 days. Aggregate statistics only; individual sale prices are not shown.

Schools

Schools in Oakville (SW Southwest)

Oakville (SW Southwest) has 56 Fraser Institute–rated schools (45 elementary and 11 secondary), averaging 7.8/10.

Rated schools
56
Elementary
45
Secondary
11
Average rating
7.8 / 10

Top-rated schools in Oakville (SW Southwest)

  • Alfajrul Bassem — elementary, OakvilleFraser rating 10.0/10
  • Forest Trail — elementary, OakvilleFraser rating 10.0/10
  • Pilgrim Wood — elementary, OakvilleFraser rating 9.7/10
  • E J James — elementary, OakvilleFraser rating 9.6/10
  • New Central — elementary, OakvilleFraser rating 9.6/10
  • du Chêne — elementary, OakvilleFraser rating 9.4/10

School ratings from the Fraser Institute's Ontario school report cards.

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