Seller's Agent in 2026
Santiago Valdez
Compass
(773) 858-2410
33 in this area
482 Total Sales
1516 W Sherwin Ave Chicago, IL 60626
Rogers Park Neighborhood
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
4,600
Sq Ft
1915
Built
Highlights
- Deck
- 2-minute walk to Jarvis Station
- Wood Flooring
- American Four Square Architecture
- Cathedral Ceiling
- 4-minute walk to Dubkin Playlot Park
About This Home
As of May 2026Prepare to be 'wowed'! Located just a few blocks from Lake Michigan on one of East Rogers Park's most beautiful streets. This home delivers modern amenities and recent updates through out, in a vintage setting with warm character. A side entry American Foursquare: allowing maximum interior, uninterrupted space with 3 levels of living and a full basement. The 1st floor features a bright enclosed multi-season porch overlooking tree-lined Sherwin, living room with fireplace, 1/2 bath and mud room. Fall in love with this enormous kitchen that boasts skylights and windows overlooking the rear yard! Tons of upgraded cabinetry, granite counters, island with space for bar stools, tiled backsplash and stainless appliances. The 2nd floor has 3 generously sized bedrooms and 2 bathrooms: including a lovely primary suite with a walk-in closet and bathroom with vanity and large shower. The 3rd floor offers a loft space ready to use for another living area, office or convert into 2 bedrooms. The home is dual zoned and both furnaces/a/c's were repalced in last 2 years. This charming home sits on a double wide and extra deep lot (50'x 150') and has an incredible 40', 4 CAR, heated brick garage has its own HVAC and partially finished attic space ideal for a work room. The alley side garage apron has room for two additional parked cars making for a total of SIX parking spaces! This a dream come true for anyone needing an auxiliary building for a home shop, car collecting, kids hangout or small business. This fabulous property is steps to restaurants, pubs, coffee shops, the lakefront; immediate access to the Red Line and buses on Sheridan. Minutes to Lake Shore Drive, Andersonville and Downtown Evanston. A wonderful opportunity and a very special home.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $18,458
Year Built
- Built in 1915 | Remodeled in 2018
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 50 x 150
- Fenced
Parking
- 4 Car Detached Garage
- Heated Garage
- Parking Available
- Garage Door Opener
- Off Alley Parking
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- American Four Square Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Roof
- Box Stalls
Interior Spaces
- 4,600 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Skylights
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Fireplace With Gas Starter
- Mud Room
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Workshop
- Sun or Florida Room
- Storage Room
- Attic
Kitchen
- Gas Cooktop
- Range Hood
- Microwave
- High End Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Dual Sinks
- Soaking Tub
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry in multiple locations
- Dryer
- Washer
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Walk-Up Access
- 9 Foot Basement Ceiling Height
- Block Basement Construction
- Basement Storage
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
- Fire Pit
- Porch
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 10, 2026
Closed on
May 15, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Santiago Valdez
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Charis Romanach
Black Label Realty Co.
List Price
$1,100,000
Sold Price
$1,125,000
Premium/Discount to List
$25,000
2.27%
Views
39
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-30.96%
Original Mortgage
$700,000
Outstanding Balance
$700,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$384,081
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 16, 2022
Closed on
Jul 28, 2022
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Santiago Valdez
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Evan Smeenge
Compass
List Price
$950,000
Sold Price
$950,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.61%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 13, 2015
Closed on
May 6, 2015
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Jill Buckley
Baird & Warner
Buyer's Agent
Sherri Hoke
Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty
List Price
$625,000
Sold Price
$590,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$35,000
-5.6%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.89%
Original Mortgage
$501,500
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 16, 2002
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,700
Interest Rate
7.16%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 25, 1994
Sold by
Bought by
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Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $1,125,000 | Citywide Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $950,000 | Fenceroy Keith | |
| Warranty Deed | $590,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $587,000 | Mercury Title Company | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $700,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $501,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $300,700 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $236,300 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/15/2026 05/15/26 | Sold | $1,125,000 | +2.3% | $245 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/14/2026 04/14/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/10/2026 04/10/26 | For Sale | $1,100,000 | +15.8% | $239 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/17/2022 08/17/22 | Sold | $950,000 | 0.0% | $204 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 07/04/2022 07/04/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/16/2022 06/16/22 | For Sale | $950,000 | +61.0% | $204 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/24/2015 06/24/15 | Sold | $590,000 | -5.6% | $211 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 05/04/2015 05/04/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/13/2015 04/13/15 | For Sale | $625,000 | -- | $223 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,824 | $91,875 | $16,875 | $75,000 |
| 2024 | $12,824 | $91,875 | $16,875 | $75,000 |
| 2023 | $11,797 | $60,778 | $13,500 | $47,278 |
| 2022 | $11,797 | $60,778 | $13,500 | $47,278 |
| 2021 | $11,552 | $60,778 | $13,500 | $47,278 |
| 2020 | $9,757 | $46,901 | $10,875 | $36,026 |
| 2019 | $9,816 | $52,287 | $10,875 | $41,412 |
| 2018 | $9,650 | $52,287 | $10,875 | $41,412 |
| 2017 | $10,371 | $51,550 | $9,750 | $41,800 |
| 2016 | $9,825 | $51,550 | $9,750 | $41,800 |
| 2015 | $8,966 | $51,550 | $9,750 | $41,800 |
| 2014 | $8,076 | $46,098 | $9,000 | $37,098 |
| 2013 | -- | $46,098 | $9,000 | $37,098 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Santiago Valdez
-
Elizabeth Pyle
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2026
Elizabeth Pyle
Compass
(312) 391-0792
20 in this area
210 Total Sales
-
Charis Romanach
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Charis Romanach
Black Label Realty Co.
(866) 580-6402
2 in this area
51 Total Sales
-
Evan Smeenge
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Evan Smeenge
Compass
(616) 879-9934
1 in this area
63 Total Sales
-
Jill Buckley
Seller's Agent in 2015
Jill Buckley
Baird Warner
(312) 286-9300
27 Total Sales
-
Sherri Hoke
Buyer's Agent in 2015
Sherri Hoke
Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty
(310) 909-4550
83 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12613580
APN: 11-29-313-012-0000
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