$1,500,000 SOLD Jun 2026
Listed at $1,499,000

274 Vine Avenue, Lake Forest, IL 60045

Closed
5 beds 3 baths 3,073 sqft (assessor) Built 1895 Residential MLS #MRD12587858 4 days on market
Listing courtesy of @properties Christie's International Real Estate · 847-295-0700 · MLS #MRD12587858 · Status: Closed
Beautiful single-family home situated on charming, historic Vine Avenue in the heart of Lake Forest. This inviting home blends timeless character with a comfortable, open floor plan. A spacious foyer welcomes you in and leads to the sun-filled living room with a fireplace, enhanced by 9-foot ceilings and hardwood floors. Access from here to the welcoming screened porch and outdoor patio creates a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living. Just beyond the living room, a generously sized dining room offers the perfect setting for entertaining and flows easily into the kitchen, which features stainless steel appliances, modern touches, and charming glass-front cabinets. The open, connected layout continues into a bright and cozy family room, providing additional space for everyday living and gathering. A versatile main level room can function beautifully as a private home office or a guest room and includes its own ensuite full bath. Practical features such as first-floor laundry and a mudroom, conveniently located off the back entrance and attached extra wide three-car garage, make daily living effortless. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite enjoys both east and west exposure, filling the space with natural light throughout the day. Four additional bedrooms and a full hall bath complete the second level, offering flexibility for family, guests, or work-from-home needs. The large unfinished basement provides abundant potential for future expansion, recreation space, or additional storage. Outdoors, the bluestone patio is the perfect spot for morning coffee or relaxing summer evenings. The fenced yard offers ample room for play, gardening, and entertaining. Located just moments from Market Square, the train station, top-rated schools, and the shops and restaurants of downtown Lake Forest, this home presents a wonderful opportunity to enjoy classic charm, modern comfort, and an exceptional in-town location.

Property details

Interior

Appliances
Double Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Range Hood, Humidifier
Interior features
1st Floor Full Bath, Special Millwork, Separate Dining Room
Flooring
Hardwood
Fireplaces
1
Fireplace details
Wood Burning
Basement
Unfinished, Full
Laundry
Main Level
Additional rooms
Bedroom 5, Enclosed Porch, Foyer, Office, Mud Room, Recreation Room, Exercise Room
Total rooms
12

Building & exterior

Style
Victorian
Age
100+ Years
Exterior
Wood Siding
Roof
Asphalt
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Patio & porch
Screened
Exposure
South

Parking

Garage spaces
3
Total spaces
3
Parking details
Gravel, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage

Lot & location

Lot dimensions
114 X 151 X 113 X 151
Township
Shields
County
Lake

Utilities

Heating
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Lake Michigan, Public
Sewer
Public Sewer, Storm Sewer
Equipment
CO Detectors, Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump;

HOA & community

Assessment includes
None
Community features
Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

Schools

Elementary
Sheridan Elementary School (67)
Junior high
Deer Path Middle School (67)
High school
Lake Forest High School (115)

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes
$19,012 (2024)
Parcel number (PIN)
12331230210000
PIN
12331230210000
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
Closing
Special conditions
List Broker Must Accompany
Listed
3/12/2026
Sold
6/29/2026
Sold price
$1,500,000
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