Contingent

253 Vine Avenue

Lake Forest IL, 60045

$1,900,000


$392.81 per sqft

Contingent

5 Beds

5 Baths

4,837 sqft

Residential

Built in 1919

Courtesy of @properties Christie's International Real Estate

Located in downtown Lake Forest, this amazing home has 7,500 SF of updated, beautifully finished living space! Thoughtfully renovated throughout, this classic property was updated and enlarged in 2007 utilizing the finest finishes and materials with incredible attention to detail on all levels. This home exudes comfort, sophistication and style at every turn and is attached to the garage through the beautifully finished lower level. The exterior is constructed of stucco with insulated high quality windows and copper gutters and downspouts. Luxurious amenities include high ceilings, rich walnut hardwood or stone floors, radiant floor heat on all levels, elegant designer lighting and finishes, Baldwin and Rocky Mountain door hardware, custom millwork, deluxe custom bathrooms, 5 fireplaces, two laundry rooms, front and back staircases, and an incredible lower level with radiant floor heat that connects the garage to the main house. The first floor has a great floor plan with an inviting foyer with 2 guest closets, a living room, study, powder room, dining room, and a gourmet kitchen open to a large family room, breakfast area, and butler's pantry. The 2nd floor includes a luxurious primary suite with a gorgeous custom spa bath featuring polished nickel Waterworks and Kohler faucetry, a center marble surround chromotherapy tub with bubbles, a custom vanity, separate shower and huge closet with custom built-ins. The remaining 4 bedrooms are spacious with large custom closets and abundant natural light with a laundry room nearby. The wonderful lower level boasts high ceilings, a separate theatre room, an additional recreation room, a 2nd family room with a stone fireplace, a full bathroom, spacious laundry room, large mudroom with built-in cubbies for the entire family, and access to the 2.5 car garage with a huge home office above. The lovely professionally landscaped grounds feature a large bluestone terrace, lighting, an in-ground sprinkler system, and even a dog run! Enjoy in-town living at its best with shopping, restaurants, train, and schools nearby. This home is a rare gem! Move right in and enjoy everything that this spectacular home has to offer.

11972139

MLS ID

February 1, 2024

Listed

May 9, 2024

Updated

Map

253 Vine Avenue
Lake Forest IL, 60045

Interior Features

Bedrooms

5


Total Bathrooms

5


Full Bathrooms

4


Half Bathrooms

1


Interior Features

Bar-Wet, Heated Floors, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling - 9 Foot, Historic/Period Mlwk, Open Floorplan, Some Carpeting, Special Millwork, Some Window Treatment, Some Wood Floors, Drapes/Blinds


Appliances

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood


Laundry Description

Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Closet, Multiple Locations, Sink


Fireplace

Yes


Fireplace Description

Wood Burning, Gas Log


Cooling

Yes


Cooling Description

Central Air, Space Pac, Zoned


Heating

Yes


Heating Description

Natural Gas, Radiant

Exterior/Building Features

Lot Size

0.31 Acres


Exterior Features

Dog Run, Brick Paver Patio


Lot Features

Landscaped, Mature Trees, Partial Fencing, Sidewalks, Streetlights


Roof

Asphalt


Sewer

Public Sewer

School Information

School District

67


High School

Lake Forest High School


Elementary School

Sheridan Elementary School

Other Property Details

Area Name

Lake Forest


Taxes

$28,523


Tax Frequency

Annually


Days on Market

92


Garage

Yes


Garage Spaces

3


Parking

Driveway, Carriage House


Parking Total

10


View

No


County

Lake


Municipality

Shields


Water Source

Lake Michigan


Pool

No


Buyer Agency Compensation

2.25% OF THE 1ST MILLION, 1.75% OF THE BALANCE - $495

Listing History

Date

Event

Price

5/2/2024

Under Contract

Courtesy of @properties Christie's International Real Estate, Ann Lyon,
Listing Contact: 847-828-9991 

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