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$1,499,000 Contingent

  • For Sale
  • Contingent
  • Single Family
  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 3,073 Sq. Ft.
  • 3 Car Garage
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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.

Full Property Details for 274 Vine Ave

General

  • Price: $1,499,000
  • Taxes: $19,012 (2024)
  • Status: Contingent
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MRED
  • MLS ID: 12587858

Rental Information

  • Complex Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

Interior

  • Basement: Unfinished
  • Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bath, Special Millwork, Separate Dining Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): Living Room, Wood-Burning
  • Appliances: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Range Hood, Humidifier
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Bathroom Features: Separate Shower, Soaking Tub

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 5

Additional Information

  • Equipment: Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump
  • Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Train, Historical District

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Attached garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Total Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: Gravel, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage

Location

  • Area: Lake Forest
  • County: Lake
  • Township: Shields
  • Driving Directions: South on Western from Deerpath to Vine Ave. West on Vine to address.

School Information

  • School District: 67
  • Elem School District: 67
  • Midd School District: 67
  • High School District: 115
  • Elementary School: Sheridan Elementary School
  • Middle School: Deer Path Middle School
  • High School: Lake Forest High School
  • Private School: Lake Forest High School

Community

  • Assoc. Fees Include: None

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
  • Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer, Storm Sewer
  • Water: Lake Michigan, Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Info: Victorian
  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Construction: Wood Siding
  • Exterior Const.: Wood Siding
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
  • Square Feet: 3,073
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Year Built: 1895
  • Built Before 1978: Yes

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.3926
  • Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 114 x 151 x 113 x 151
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing (Description): Fenced

Financial Considerations

  • Parking Included: Yes
  • Assessment Year: 1895
  • Tax Amount: $19,012.26
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Pays Sewer: Public Sewer, Storm Sewer

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
  • Property ID: 12331230210000

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Schools serving 274 Vine Ave

School Districts:Lake Forest Community High School District 115, Lake Forest School District 67
NameGradesDistance
Sheridan Elementary School, Lake Forest, IL
1360 North Sheridan Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045
K-41.1 mi
Deer Path Middle School West
155 West Deerpath Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045
7-80.5 mi
Lake Forest High School
1285 North McKinley Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045
9-121.1 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Tax History for 274 Vine Ave

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$19,012
9%
$338,275
4%
2024
$17,505
11%
$325,923
14%
2023
$15,788
3%
$286,138
7%
2022
$15,348
2%
$267,481
1%
2021
$15,005
-16%
$265,174
-1%
2020
$17,877
—
$266,640
-18%
2019
$17,877
19%
$326,758
13%
2018
$15,077
5%
$290,409
2%
2017
$14,314
4%
$285,554
5%
2016
$13,709
1%
$271,801
6%
2015
$13,530
11%
$255,933
—
2014
$12,238
1%
$255,933
12%
2013
$12,101
1%
$228,944
-4%
2012
$11,935
—
$239,604
—
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274 Vine Avenue, Lake Forest, IL 60045 (MLS# 12587858) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 274 Vine Avenue is currently listed for $1,499,000 and was received on March 12, 2026. Want to learn more about 274 Vine Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Lake Forest? You can browse all Lake Forest real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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