$1,450,000
SOLD APR 21, 2025

838 Cherry St Winnetka, IL 60093

4 Beds
4 Baths
3,510 Sq Ft
8,712 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$413 Per Sq Ft

4% Above List Price

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Property is near park
  • English Architecture
  • The Skokie School Rated A
  • Recreation Room
  • 4-minute walk to Dwyer Park

About This Home

As of April 2025

"Seller is requesting Best and Final Offers for purchase of 838 Cherry by 12:00 Noon on Sunday. February 23rd." Captivating English Country Garden home in ideal "walk-to" location to Metra, library, village shopping & dining, schools, parks, playground & beach. Ivy covered side entrance with 2 car attached garage with tool/garden prep alcove. Custom built in 1997, this one-owner home was designed by AIA Architect and showcases uncommon finishes and upgrades. Every room is designed to maximize comfort and beauty. The entry foyer opens to a grand staircase with a candelabra chandelier; an arched ceiling hallway with recessed lighting leads to a stunning cathedral ceiling family/living room, dining room with bay window and a brightly skylit kitchen, generous custom cabinetry with wet bar island. Family/living room with fireplace has a wall of windows/glass patio doors with built in custom shutters open to a charming pergola, an ivy-covered flagstone patio, above a tiered rose garden and expansive view of large professionally landscaped back yard. Breakfast nook has two glassed sides for access to the rear flagstone porch with garden views including the flowering tree and privacy fence. First floor office/bedroom with bay window is adjacent to a full bathroom for a possible in-law suite. First floor laundry/mud room has a new Samsung front loading washer and dryer and convenient closets. Second floor highlights the primary bedroom suite with high ceilings, two large walk-in closets, private bay window seating area and large bathroom with closet. Down the hall is lined with linen closets, a full bath and big sunny bedrooms. Bedroom 2 also enjoys a bay window. Skylit western exposure in Bedroom 3. Access to a full unfinished attic with significant storage space via Bessler staircase located in hall. Very large newly redone & painted basement with custom vinyl plank flooring, carpet, ceramic tile and convenient full bath, closet, open spaces, and high ceilings. Wine cellar/storage annex, separate utilities room with sink, hidden storage area accent the basement. Possible family/recreation room/workout area or in-law suite -features ample outlets and lighting.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Beverly Fleischman

Coldwell Banker Realty License #475085350 Listed on: 02/10/2025

Coldwell Banker Realty

Co-Listed By

Marshall Fleischman

Coldwell Banker Realty License #475103062

Last Buyer's Agent

Katie Traines

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475124231

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $24,582

Year Built

  • Built in 1997

Lot Details

  • 8,712 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 47 x 187
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • English Architecture
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Synthetic Stucco Exterior
  • Limestone

Interior Spaces

  • 3,510 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Built-In Features
  • Historic or Period Millwork
  • Coffered Ceiling
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Breakfast Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Workshop
  • Lower Floor Utility Room
  • Gallery
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Down Draft Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 4 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Sink Near Laundry

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Block Basement Construction
  • Recreation or Family Area in Basement
  • Finished Basement Bathroom
  • Basement Storage
  • Basement Window Egress

Location

  • Property is near park

Schools

  • Crow Island Elementary School
  • Carleton W Washburne Middle School
  • New Trier Twp High School Northfield/Wi

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Humidifier
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Lake Michigan Water
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Community Details

Overview

  • English

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$24,582

Year Built

Built in 1997

Lot Details

8,712 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: English
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1997
  • Age: 26-30 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Oven, Down Draft, Humidifier
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Egress Window, Concrete, Rec/Family Area, Storage Space, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Gas Starter
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Coffered Ceiling(s), Special Millwork, Separate Dining Room, Workshop
  • LivingArea: 3510
  • Other Equipment: TV-Cable, Security System, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room, Recreation Room, Foyer, Gallery, Utility Room-Lower Level, Walk In Closet, Other Room
  • Window Features: Skylight(s), Window Treatments
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 2494
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 3510
  • Attic: Pull Down Stair,Unfinished
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Plans

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Synthetic Stucco, Limestone
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Lot Features: Landscaped
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Main Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Sink
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Crow Island Elementary School
  • High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
  • Middle/Junior School: Carleton W Washburne School

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2
  • Lot Dimensions: 47 X 187
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 2
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 24581.6
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 10, 2025
Closed on
Apr 17, 2025
Sold by
Ruth Redemann Revocable Trust and Redemann Brook
Bought by
Medenwald Barron and Medenwald Charlotte
Seller's Agent
Beverly Fleischman
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Katie Traines
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$1,399,000
Sold Price
$1,450,000
Premium/Discount to List
$51,000
3.65%
Views
59
Current Estimated Value
$1,572,087

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$122,087
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.29%
Original Mortgage
$837,000
Outstanding Balance
$830,831
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$741,256

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 31, 2002
Sold by
Redemann Ruth H
Bought by
Ruth Redemann Revocable Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$353,300
Interest Rate
6.12%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 23, 2002
Sold by
Redemann Ruth
Bought by
Redemann Ruth H

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$353,300
Interest Rate
6.12%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 5, 2001
Sold by
Redemann Ruth H
Bought by
Redemann Ruth and Ruth Redemann Revocable Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 27, 1996
Sold by
Redemann William W and Redemann Ruth H
Bought by
Redemann Ruth H

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$365,000
Interest Rate
6%
Source: Public Records
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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $1,450,000 None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $837,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $353,300 No Value Available
Previous Owner $365,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
04/21/2025 04/21/25 Sold $1,450,000 +3.6% $413 / Sq Ft
02/23/2025 02/23/25 Pending -- -- --
02/10/2025 02/10/25 For Sale $1,399,000 -- $399 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

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
2025 $24,582 $143,001 $28,412 $114,589
2024 $24,582 $112,001 $24,041 $87,960
2023 $23,101 $112,001 $24,041 $87,960
2022 $23,101 $112,001 $24,041 $87,960
2021 $21,779 $89,912 $15,735 $74,177
2020 $22,963 $89,912 $15,735 $74,177
2019 $22,790 $97,731 $15,735 $81,996
2018 $23,444 $97,740 $13,987 $83,753
2017 $22,720 $97,740 $13,987 $83,753
2016 $20,692 $97,740 $13,987 $83,753
2015 $20,201 $86,604 $11,583 $75,021
2014 $19,790 $86,604 $11,583 $75,021
2013 $18,852 $86,604 $11,583 $75,021
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12287391

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 05-20-221-007-0000

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