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!
Property Details
Price:
$974,900
MLS #:
81026034462
Status:
Active
Beds:
5
Baths:
5
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
SingleFamilyResidence
Neighborhood:
area02211lyontwp
Listed Date:
Jul 10, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
5,318
Total Sq Ft:
5,482
Lot Size:
12,770,006,040 sqft / 6.73 acres (approx)
Year Built:
2000
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Schools
School District:
SouthLyon
Interior
Above Grade Finished Area
3358
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range, Washer
Bathrooms
4 Full Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom
Below Grade Finished Area
1960
Cooling
Ceiling Fans, Central Air
Fireplaces Total
2
Flooring
Carpet, Wood
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Interior Features
JettedTub, VaultedCeilings, WetBar
Laundry Features
Laundry Room, Main Level, Sink
Exterior
Architectural Style
Contemporary
Attached Garage YN
1
Construction Materials
Brick
Exterior Features
Balcony
Garage Spaces
3
Lot Features
CulDeSac, Wooded
Other Structures
Sheds
Parking Features
Attached, GarageDoorOpener, Paved, GarageFacesSide
Patio And Porch Features
Deck, Patio
Roof
Asphalt
Stories
2
Financial
Taxes
$9,414
Map
Community
- Address24491 Forest Drive Lyon MI
- CityLyon
- CountyOakland
- Zip Code48178
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Lyon as of Jul 16, 2026
122
Single Family Listed
76
Avg DOM
224
Avg $ / SqFt
$718,130
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 24491 Forest Drive Lyon MI is a Single Family for sale in Lyon, MI, 48178. It is listed for $974,900 and features 5 beds, 5 baths, and has approximately 5,318 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 2000. The current price per square foot is $183. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Lyon is $224. The average listing price for Single Family in Lyon is $718,130. To schedule a showing of MLS#81026034462 at 24491 Forest Drive in Lyon, MI, contact your LoChirco Realty, LLC agent at 586-321-9997.
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