2855 Sheridan Place
$3,500,000
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7,700
7,700
$455
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Description
Step into a piece of history with this beautifully updated and expanded early 20th-century home, seamlessly blending timeless elegance with contemporary comforts. Nestled on a rare .70 acre lot, this northeast Evanston residence offers the perfect blend of classic luxury and modern charm. Built in 1911 for Swedish Ambassador Oscar Haugen, and designed by architect Augustus Nyden, this landmark and Evanston Preservation Award winning home showcases exquisite period details, including original hardwoods,...Step into a piece of history with this beautifully updated and expanded early 20th-century home, seamlessly blending timeless elegance with contemporary comforts. Nestled on a rare .70 acre lot, this northeast Evanston residence offers the perfect blend of classic luxury and modern charm. Built in 1911 for Swedish Ambassador Oscar Haugen, and designed by architect Augustus Nyden, this landmark and Evanston Preservation Award winning home showcases exquisite period details, including original hardwoods, barrel ceiling, ornate crown moldings, grand fireplaces and shadowbox staircase, all preserved to maintain the home's historic integrity. Thoughtfully updated to meet today's standards, the home features a tastefully designed kitchen with custom Wood Mode cabinetry, Subzero, Wolf and Miele appliances, and honed granite atop an 11' island. The home boasts expansive rooms perfect for entertaining, including formal living and dining rooms, a family room, and a grand entry foyer evoking images of a bygone era. An office, 4 season porch, mudroom and first floor laundry complete the picture. The second floor features a master suite with a coveted walk-in closet and an ensuite bathroom. The primary bathroom offers spa-like amenities with whirlpool tub and steam shower. Additional bedrooms offer ample space and modern conveniences, with many featuring ensuite bathrooms. The third floor great room has a multitude of uses and includes an additional bedroom with ensuite bath. The exterior is as impressive as the interior, featuring a bluestone patio with firepit and a front patio for entertaining, a restored carriage house converted to a garage with a 2 bed, 1 bath apartment above perfect for guests, au pair, secondary office, studio, guest suite, teen party pad, or rental income. The original Ludowici clay tile roof was replaced during the renovation process with the same Ludowici tiles! Modern technology meets historic charm with an ADT custom home alarm system, low voltage landscape/driveway lighting, Generac natural gas generator, tankless water heaters, 3 a/c units, and 3 sump pumps. Situated in a prestigious neighborhood on arguably one of the best streets in Evanston, the location is in close proximity to Lighthouse Beach, Northwestern U, Wilmette Harbor and offers easy access to top-rated schools, dining, shopping, and cultural landmarks. This unique property is a rare opportunity to own a piece of history without sacrificing modern comforts. Experience the perfect balance of past and present in this extraordinary property.
Property Details for 2855 Sheridan Place
Area
Evanston
OwnershipFee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces2.0
Parking Included in PriceYes
Num of Interior Fireplaces3
LISTING UPDATED: 01/15/2025 03:21 PM
Property Details for 2855 Sheridan Place
Status | Active ( Private ) |
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MLS # | 12184982 |
Days on Market | - |
Taxes | $53,576 / year |
HOA Fees | - |
Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
Compass Type | Single Family |
MLS Type | Detached Single / 3 Stories |
Year Built | 1911 |
Lot Size | 0.69 AC / 30,000 SF |
County | Cook County |
Building Information for 2855 Sheridan Place
Stories-Year Built1911Building Size-Lot Size0.69 AC / 30,000 SF
Property Information for 2855 Sheridan Place
Property History for 2855 Sheridan Place
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For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 2855 Sheridan Place
Taxable ValueLand$90,000Additions$129,344Total$219,344
Tax Record2022$50,586 ($4,215 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths4Total Finished SqFt5,822 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,822 SqFtStories2Lot Size30,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1911CountyCOOKAPN05-35-400-013Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace
Schools near 2855 Sheridan Place
This home is within Evanston Twp Hsd 202 School District.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
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Public - | K to 5 | |||
Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
Public - | K to 8 |
Rating | School | Distance |
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Orrington Elementary School PublicK to 5 | ||
Haven Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Evanston Twp High School Public9 to 12 | ||
M L King Jr Lab Experimental School PublicK to 8 |
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