253 Vine Avenue, Lake Forest, Illinois 60045

Subdivision > East Lake Forest

$1,700,000

Sold
Status: Closed
Sqft: 4,837
Cost/Sqft: $393
Beds: 5
Baths: 5
Year Built: 1919
Property Taxes: $28,523
Days On Market: 655
Lot Size: 0,31
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Description

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.

Property Specifics

Single Family
1919
No
0.31
Lake
East Lake Forest
— / Not Applicable
11972139
12331260060000

Nearby Schools

NAME: DISTRICT: DISTANCE:
Grade School
Sheridan Elementary School
67
Middle School
Deer Path Middle School
67 Not in DB
High School
Lake Forest High School
115 Not in DB

Property History

DATE: EVENT: PRICE: SOURCE:
20 Jun, 2024 Sold $1,700,000 MRED MLS
2 May, 2024 Under contract $1,900,000 MRED MLS
1 Feb, 2024 Listed for sale $1,900,000 MRED MLS

Room Specifics

All Bedroom Info:
Total Bedrooms: 5
Bedrooms Above Ground: 5
Bedrooms Below Ground: 0
Second Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: —
Third Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
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Fourth Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
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Fifth Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
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Bathroom Info:
Full Bathrooms: 5
Partial Bathrooms: 1
Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower,Steam Shower,Garden Tub
Bathroom in Basement: 1
Additional Rooms Info:
Rooms: —
Basement: —
Basement Description: Finished,9 ft + pour,Concrete (Basement),Rec/Family Area

Other Specifics

2.5
Asphalt
13377
Not in DB

Tax History

Year Property Taxes
2024 $28,523

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