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$1,900,000
92 Days Online

253 Vine Avenue
Lake Forest, IL 60045

For Sale|Single Family Home|Active Under Contract
5
Beds
4
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
4,837
SqFt
$393
/SqFt
1919
Built
Subdivision:
East Lake Forest
County:
Lake
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of @properties Christie's International Real Estate 847-295-0700

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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.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$1,900,000
Days Online 
92 Days
Bedrooms 
5
Inside Area (SqFt) 
4,837 sqft
Total Baths 
5
Full Baths 
4
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
0.31 Acres
Year Built 
1919
MLS® Number 
11972139
Status 
Active Under Contract
Property Tax 
$28,523
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Plans
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
yesterdayListing updated with changes from the MLS®
yesterdayStatus changed to Active Under Contract
3 months agoListing first seen online
General Features
Parking 
DrivewayCarriage House
Parking Spaces 
9.5
Sewer 
Public Sewer
Basement 
Full
Acreage 
0.31
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Garage Spaces 
2.5
Foundation 
Concrete Perimeter
General Information 
School Bus ServiceCommuter TrainInterstate AccessHistorical District
Garage 
Attached
Rooms Total 
15
Type Detached 
4+ Stories
Lot Size 
.25-.49 Acre
Water 
Lake Michigan
Lot Features 
LandscapedMature TreesPartial FencingSidewalksStreetlights
Parking Total 
9.5
Interior Features
Cooling 
Central AirSpace PacZoned
Heating 
Natural GasRadiant
Appliances 
RangeMicrowaveDishwasherHigh End RefrigeratorBar FridgeWasherDryerDisposalWine RefrigeratorRange Hood
Interior 
Bar-WetHeated FloorsBuilt-in FeaturesWalk-In Closet(s)Ceiling - 9 FootHistoric/Period MlwkOpen FloorplanSome CarpetingSpecial MillworkSome Window TreatmentSome Wood FloorsDrapes/Blinds
Fireplaces 
5
Fireplace Features 
Wood BurningGas Log
Laundry Features 
Gas Dryer HookupLaundry ClosetMultiple LocationsSink
Fireplace 
Yes
Bathroom 
Separate ShowerSteam ShowerGarden Tub
Fireplace Locations 
Family RoomLiving RoomMaster BedroomBasementDen/ Library
Room Types 
Bedroom 5Breakfast RoomOfficeStudyLoftRecreation RoomMedia RoomMud RoomPantryFoyer
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Exterior Features
Roof 
Asphalt
Waterfront Property 
No
Exterior 
Dog RunBrick Paver Patio
Lot 
LandscapedMature TreesPartial FencingSidewalksStreetlights
Community Features
Township 
Shields
Community Features 
ParkTennis Court(s)SidewalksStreet LightsStreet Paved
MLS Area 
Lake Forest
Association Fee Includes 
None
Schools
School District
67
Elementary School
Sheridan Elementary School
Middle School
Deer Path Middle School
High School
Lake Forest High School
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of @properties Christie's International Real Estate 847-295-0700



Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2024-05-04 01:25 PM UTC. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.
Data last updated: 2024-05-04 01:25 PM UTC
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