274 Vine Ave Lake Forest, IL 60045
Estimated payment $9,587/month
Highlights
- Recreation Room
- Wood Flooring
- Mud Room
- Sheridan Elementary School Rated A
- Victorian Architecture
- Home Office
About This Home
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.
Listing Agent
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475136496 Listed on: 03/12/2026
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $19,012
Year Built
- Built in 1895
Lot Details
- 17,102 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 114 x 151 x 113 x 151
- Fenced
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 3 Car Attached Garage
- Parking Available
- Garage Door Opener
- Gravel Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Victorian Architecture
- Asphalt Roof
- Wood Siding
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 3,073 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Historic or Period Millwork
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Mud Room
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Recreation Room
- Home Gym
- Unfinished Attic
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Kitchen
- Double Oven
- Cooktop with Range Hood
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Flooring
- Wood
- Laminate
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Potential Bedrooms
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Soaking Tub
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
Outdoor Features
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
Schools
- Sheridan Elementary School
- Deer Path Middle School
- Lake Forest High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Humidifier
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $17,505 | $325,923 | $155,620 | $170,303 |
| 2023 | $15,788 | $286,138 | $136,624 | $149,514 |
| 2022 | $15,788 | $267,481 | $127,716 | $139,765 |
| 2021 | $15,348 | $265,174 | $126,614 | $138,560 |
| 2020 | $15,005 | $266,640 | $127,314 | $139,326 |
| 2019 | $17,877 | $326,758 | $124,977 | $201,781 |
| 2018 | $14,696 | $290,409 | $168,139 | $122,270 |
| 2017 | $14,314 | $285,554 | $165,328 | $120,226 |
| 2016 | $13,709 | $271,801 | $157,365 | $114,436 |
| 2015 | $13,530 | $255,933 | $148,178 | $107,755 |
| 2014 | $12,101 | $228,944 | $133,034 | $95,910 |
| 2012 | $11,935 | $230,930 | $134,188 | $96,742 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/15/2026 03/15/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/12/2026 03/12/26 | For Sale | $1,499,000 | -- | $488 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $2,600,000 | None Available |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $671,760 | New Conventional |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12587858
APN: 12-33-123-021
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