855 Sheridan Rd Highland Park, IL 60035
East Highland Park NeighborhoodEstimated payment $24,277/month
Highlights
- Waterfront
- 2.3 Acre Lot
- Wolf Appliances
- Ravinia Elementary School Rated A
- Mature Trees
- 4-minute walk to Rosewood Park
About This Home
Exquisite Custom-Built Georgian home in East Highland Park - Nestled on 2+ picturesque acres above the shores of Lake Michigan, this home is a timeless masterpiece. Julius Rosenwald commissioned Arthur Heun to design this residence on the bluffs overlooking Lake Michigan. Set down a private drive on Sheridan Road on over an acre of table land, one of the original Rosenwald Estate homes offers unparalleled privacy, elegance and serene views. As you step inside, you're welcomed by a grand foyer. At the heart of the home is the elegantly traditional dining room, thoughtfully crafted with a fireplace for welcoming guests. It opens to an all-season porch with breathtaking views of a beautiful ravine. The elegant living room with fireplace, original arched windows and moldings opens to an all-season porch, patio and Lake Michigan, allowing for seamless indoor-outdoor living. The fabulous chef's kitchen features a large island with prep sink, Wolf 6 burner double oven, side by side Sub Zero refrigerator/freezer, 2 Miele dishwashers, Wolf steam oven, coffee station and a wine/beverage fridge. The wood-paneled library serves as a cozy space for family gatherings. Kitchen offers 2nd staircase serving entire home. The second floor features the primary suite appointed with a fireplace, all-season porch and breathtaking views of Lake Michigan. Additionally, there are 5 guest bedrooms, an exercise room, office and a full laundry room. Home features 6 fireplaces, hardwood floors, high ceilings, recessed lights, second floor full laundry, basement rec room and 2nd full laundry room. The oversized 3-car garage opens to mudroom. Ideally located, 855 Sheridan is just steps from Rosewood Beach, Ravinia Elementary School, Ravinia shops and restaurants, Ravinia Festival and the Metra train. Enjoy easy access to downtown Highland Park, Chicago Botanic Gardens and Highway 94. The perfect blend of timelessness and traditional elegance overlooking Lake Michigan. Ask about the history of this fabulous property.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $48,429
Year Built
- Built in 1915
Lot Details
- 2.3 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 310x339x206x40x105x195x260
- Waterfront
- Sprinkler System
- Mature Trees
Parking
- 3 Car Garage
- Circular Driveway
Home Design
- Georgian Architecture
- Shake Roof
Interior Spaces
- 10,319 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Bookcases
- Paneling
- Recessed Lighting
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Window Screens
- Mud Room
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Sitting Room
- Dining Room with Fireplace
- 6 Fireplaces
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Recreation Room
- Heated Sun or Florida Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Home Gym
- Wood Flooring
- Water Views
- Unfinished Attic
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Double Oven
- Range
- Microwave
- High End Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Wine Refrigerator
- Wolf Appliances
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Potential Bedrooms
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry in multiple locations
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Home Security
- Home Security System
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Radiator
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Radiant Heating System
- Lake Michigan Water
- Multiple Water Heaters
- Gas Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
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 | $48,429 | $617,494 | $235,134 | $382,360 |
| 2023 | $48,429 | $560,059 | $215,404 | $344,655 |
| 2022 | $50,130 | $562,668 | $231,846 | $330,822 |
| 2021 | $46,305 | $544,733 | $224,944 | $319,789 |
| 2020 | $44,797 | $544,616 | $224,827 | $319,789 |
| 2019 | $41,222 | $541,549 | $223,256 | $318,293 |
| 2018 | $18,787 | $511,520 | $211,415 | $300,105 |
| 2017 | $35,857 | $506,284 | $207,911 | $298,373 |
| 2016 | $35,661 | $497,185 | $213,128 | $284,057 |
| 2015 | $34,173 | $433,425 | $201,099 | $232,326 |
| 2014 | $31,876 | $406,374 | $202,068 | $204,306 |
| 2012 | $41,336 | $528,452 | $333,843 | $194,609 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/08/2025 08/08/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/24/2025 07/24/25 | For Sale | $3,799,000 | -- | $368 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $1,820,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $2,200,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $1,500,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Closed | $1,600,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Closed | $100,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Closed | $1,500,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12414929
APN: 16-25-405-012
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Some IDX listings have been excluded from this website.
The Digital Millennium Copyright Act of 1998, 17 U.S.C. § 512 (the “DMCA”) provides recourse for copyright owners who believe that material appearing on the Internet infringes their rights under U.S. copyright law. If you believe in good faith that any content or material made available in connection with our website or services infringes your copyright, you (or your agent) may send us a notice requesting that the content or material be removed, or access to it blocked.
Notices must be sent in writing by email to DMCAnotice@MLSGrid.com.
The DMCA requires that your notice of alleged copyright infringement include the following information:
(1) description of the copyrighted work that is the subject of claimed infringement;
(2) description of the alleged infringing content and information sufficient to permit us to locate the content;
(3) contact information for you, including your address, telephone number and email address;
(4) a statement by you that you have a good faith belief that the content in the manner complained of is not authorized by the copyright owner, or its agent, or by the operation of any law;
(5) a statement by you, signed under penalty of perjury, that the information in the notification is accurate and that you have the authority to enforce the copyrights that are claimed to be infringed; and
(6) a physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or a person authorized to act on the copyright owner’s behalf. Failure to include all of the above information may result in the delay of the processing of your complaint.
- 732 Bronson Ln
- 378 Oakland Dr
- 333 Marshman Ave
- 325 Lincolnwood Rd
- 350 N Deere Park Dr W
- 260 Beech St
- 566 Bellevue Place
- 590 Broadview Ave
- 1330 Sheridan Rd
- 611 Hillside Dr
- 277 Charal Ln
- 151 Pine Point Dr
- 721 Marion Ave
- 847 Marion Ave
- 186 S Deere Park Dr
- 901 Stonegate Dr
- 1296 Saint Johns Ave
- 1345 Saint Johns Ave
- 55 S Deere Park Dr
- 41 S Deere Park Dr