Lake Forest, IL 60045,261 Vine AVE
Lake Forest, IL 60045,261 Vine AVE
Lake Forest, IL 60045,261 Vine AVE
72
$1,600,000
$1,695,000
5.6%
Est.Price: ?

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5 BD
4.5 BA
5,200 SqFt

261 Vine AVE Lake Forest, IL 60045

Est. payment /mo
SOLD DATE : 08/30/2024

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Key Details

Sold Price $1,600,000

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached Single

Listing Status Sold

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 5,200 sqft

Price per Sqft $307

MLS Listing ID 12081948

Sold Date 08/30/24

Style American 4-Sq.

Bedrooms 5

Full Baths 4

Half Baths 1

Year Built 1903

Annual Tax Amount $23,677

Tax Year 2023

Lot Size 0.300 Acres

Lot Dimensions 51X249X51X263

Property Description

Nestled in the heart of Lake Forest's picturesque Historic District, just a few blocks from our vibrant downtown, this enchanting five-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bathroom four-square-style home with over 5,200 square feet of finished livable square footage beautifully marries the charm of its original 1903 design with modern amenities. With updates throughout including all electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems, the home offers three expansive floors of living space, including a finished basement and a rare walk-up third floor with full bath. The spacious interior boasts a gracious floor plan with highlights such as a screened porch perfect for enjoying summer breezes, a dedicated first-floor office with fireplace, and French doors leading to the porch. a large formal dining room with an elegant bow window with buil-in seat. The gorgeous kitchen, featuring high-end white cabinetry, quartz and granite counters, and gleaming stainless steel appliances, flows seamlessly into a cozy family room. The home is also adorned with historic millwork, four fireplaces, and rich hardwood floors throughout most rooms. Outside, the meticulously designed landscaping by renowned landscape architect Craig Bergmann features a lovely garden with a brick paver courtyard covered by a trellis adorned with flowering vines. The garden also includes a bluestone dining patio, a large lawn, a garden shed, landscape irrigation, and lighting. This serene outdoor oasis provides the perfect backdrop for relaxation and entertaining, blending natural beauty with sophisticated design. Embrace the timeless elegance and modern comforts of this exceptional Lake Forest gem.

Location

State IL

County Lake

Area Lake Forest

Rooms

Basement Full

Interior

Interior Features Hardwood Floors, Built-in Features, Center Hall Plan

Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air

Cooling Central Air

Fireplaces Number 4

Fireplaces Type Wood Burning, Gas Log, Gas Starter

Fireplace Y

Appliance Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Range Hood

Exterior

Exterior Feature Brick Paver Patio

Garage Detached

Garage Spaces 3.0

Community Features Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

Roof Type Asphalt

Building

Lot Description Landscaped, Mature Trees

Sewer Public Sewer, Sewer-Storm

Water Lake Michigan, Public

New Construction false

Schools

Elementary Schools Sheridan Elementary School

Middle Schools Deer Path Middle School

High Schools Lake Forest High School

School District 67 , 67, 115

Others

HOA Fee Include None

Ownership Fee Simple

Special Listing Condition None

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Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED) IDX
Listed by Lori Baker • Compass
Bought with Bonnie Tripton • @properties Christie's International Real Estate

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