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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$1,700,000
253 Vine Ave, Lake Forest, IL 60045
5beds
4,837sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1919
0.31 Acres Lot
$2,111,100 Zestimate®
$351/sqft
$6,841 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,111,100
$1.94M - $2.32M
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Ann Lyon 847-295-0700,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
Majbrith Brody, CSC
Baird & Warner
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 11972139
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 5, Breakfast Room, Office, Study, Loft, Recreation Room, Media Room, Mud Room, Pantry, Foyer
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full, 34 Inch or Lower Vanity, Tub & Separate Shwr)
- Level: Second
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Third
- Area: 187 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X11
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Third
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X13
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Third
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X10
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Stone)
- Level: Main
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X8
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X15
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Stone)
- Level: Main
- Area: 374 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X17
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Island, Pantry-Butler, Pantry-Closet, Custom Cabinetry, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Stone)
- Level: Main
- Area: 247 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X13
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Stone)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 266 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X14
Loft
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Third
- Area: 162 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X9
Media room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 496 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 31X16
Mud room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 153 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X9
Office
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 442 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26X17
Pantry
- Level: Main
- Area: 48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X6
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 1012 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 46X22
Study
- Features: Flooring (Stone)
- Level: Main
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X11
Heating
- Natural Gas, Radiant, Radiant Floor
Cooling
- Central Air, Small Duct High Velocity, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood, Humidifier, Multiple Water Heaters, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Closet, Multiple Locations, Sink
Features
- Wet Bar, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Historic/Period Mlwk, Open Floorplan, Special Millwork
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
- Windows: Window Treatments, Drapes
- Basement: Finished,9 ft + pour,Concrete,Rec/Family Area,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 5
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Gas Log, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Basement, Den/Library
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 4,837 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 9.5
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Driveway, Owned, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2.5
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Dog Run
- Fencing: Partial
Lot
- Size: 0.31 Acres
- Features: Landscaped, Mature Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Carriage House
- Additional parcels included: 12331260050000
- Parcel number: 12331260060000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: TV-Cable, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Backup Sump Pump;, Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1919
- Major remodel year: 2007
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Service - 400 Amp or Greater
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
- Security: Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
- Subdivision: East Lake Forest
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Lake Forest
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $351/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,689,544
- Annual tax amount: $28,523
- Date on market: 2/1/2024
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/20/2024 | Sold | $1,700,000-10.5%$351/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11972139 Report a problem | ||
| 6/4/2024 | Pending sale | $1,900,000$393/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11972139 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2024 | Contingent | $1,900,000$393/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11972139 Report a problem | ||
| 2/1/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,900,000-5%$393/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11972139 Report a problem | ||
| 12/13/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11836030 Report a problem | ||
| 8/15/2023 | Price change | $2,000,000-13%$413/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11836030 Report a problem | ||
| 7/18/2023 | Listed for sale | $2,299,000+112.9%$475/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11836030 Report a problem | ||
| 10/21/2004 | Sold | $1,080,000-79%$223/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/1995 | Sold | $5,150,000$1,065/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $33,676 +8.2% | $584,468 +3.8% |
| 2023 | $31,115 +11.5% | $563,125 +13.9% |
| 2022 | $27,905 +2.8% | $494,385 +7% |
| 2021 | $27,141 +2.3% | $462,149 +0.3% |
| 2020 | $26,523 +5.3% | $460,697 +1.9% |
| 2019 | $25,199 +29.8% | $452,240 +19.4% |
| 2018 | $19,421 | $378,829 +1.7% |
| 2017 | $19,421 +5.3% | $372,496 +5.1% |
| 2016 | $18,441 +7.5% | $354,555 +6.2% |
| 2015 | $17,155 +1.2% | $333,856 +9.3% |
| 2014 | $16,955 +2.1% | $305,505 -0.9% |
| 2012 | $16,606 +12.6% | $308,155 -9.4% |
| 2011 | $14,750 -16.1% | $340,282 -22.5% |
| 2010 | $17,583 -2.6% | $439,233 -8.4% |
| 2009 | $18,059 +1.6% | $479,669 -2% |
| 2008 | $17,772 +43.7% | $489,259 +54.1% |
| 2006 | $12,370 -2.4% | $317,495 |
| 2005 | $12,673 +19.6% | -- |
| 2004 | $10,593 +3.5% | -- |
| 2003 | $10,231 +8.8% | -- |
| 2002 | $9,402 +4.5% | -- |
| 2001 | $8,994 +1.7% | $196,548 +5.6% |
| 2000 | $8,846 | $186,127 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60045
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GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Deer Path Middle School EastGrades: 5-6Distance: 2.1 mi
- 10/10Deer Path Middle School WestGrades: 7-8Distance: 2.1 mi
- 9/10Lake Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Sheridan Elementary School
- Middle: Deer Path Middle School
- High: Lake Forest High School
- District: 67
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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