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$2,000,000
141 Days Online

253 Vine Avenue
Lake Forest, IL 60045

For Sale|Single Family Home|Active
5
Beds
4
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
4,837
SqFt
$413
/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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Amazing home in a fabulous in-town location with 7, 500 SF of finished living space! Beautifully renovated throughout, this historic home was exquisitely updated and enlarged in 2007 utilizing the finest finishes and materials with incredible attention to detail on all four levels. Located in east Lake Forest on desirable Vine Avenue, this home exudes comfort, sophistication and style at every turn. Situated on .31 acres with 7, 500 square feet of total finished living space (4, 435 square feet above grade on three floors in the main house, 406 square foot office above the attached garage and over 2, 500 square feet in the finished lower level), this magnificent 5 bedroom/4.1 bath home has it all! The exterior is constructed of stucco with insulated high quality windows and copper gutters and downspouts. The interior has luxurious finishes and amenities throughout including 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 and 3rd floors include 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. Another spacious custom bath features beautiful cabinetry and handsome finishes. The remaining 4 bedrooms are spacious with large custom closets and abundant natural light. Another fabulous bath with lovely details and a laundry area complete the 3rd floor. The amazing 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 the huge office above. The lovely professionally landscaped grounds feature a large bluestone terrace, lighting, an in-ground sprinkler system, and even a dog run! Located 2 short blocks from downtown Lake Forest shopping, restaurants, train, and schools, 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 
$2,000,000
Days Online 
141 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 
11836030
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$28,523
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Plans
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
4 weeks agoListing updated with changes from the MLS
4 months agoPrice changed to $2,000,000
5 months agoListing first seen online
General Features
Parking 
DrivewayCarriage House
Parking Spaces 
7
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 
7
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 TreatmntSome 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



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