Seller's Agent in 2025
Karla Tennies Koziura
Baird Warner
(847) 372-8119
9 in this area
64 Total Sales
868 Sheridan Rd Evanston, IL 60202
Southeast Evanston Neighborhood
5
Beds
5
Baths
3,800
Sq Ft
8,002
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Landscaped Professionally
- Mature Trees
- Deck
- Lincoln Elementary School Rated A
- Community Lake
- 4-minute walk to Clark Square Park
About This Home
As of August 2025The beach at Lake Michigan is just 1,000 feet from this elegant 1911 Craftsman 4-square home, nestled in one of SE Evanston's most sought-after lakefront neighborhoods. This spacious residence features 5 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and 3 half baths across four floors, offering a perfect balance of timeless charm and modern functionality. Lovingly maintained, the home boasts many original architectural details, exquisite woodwork, and stunning stained glass. The open, airy main floor is ideal for entertaining. A gracious living room with a wood-burning fireplace seamlessly flows into the front family room. The formal dining room is enhanced by beamed ceilings and French doors, while the updated kitchen includes newer stainless steel appliances, new granite counters, and a fresh backsplash. The breakfast room overlooks a deck and a large professionally landscaped yard and patio. On the second floor, you'll find 4 spacious bedrooms, 1.5 baths, and laundry facilities. The third-floor master sanctuary features a private sitting room or office and an en suite bath with a separate shower and soaking tub, offering treetop views facing north and south. The finished basement includes a rec room, exercise room, half bath, and an extra kitchenette and pantry. The low-maintenance, extra-large turf backyard is accentuated with perennials, mature trees, three raised vegetable gardens, a raspberry patch and even a home for chicken! Enjoy friendly basketball challenges in the semi-private dead-end paved back alley. Recent improvements: appliance upgrade; Basement remodel, plumbing upgrade and radiant heat zoning; 2nd floor family bath remodel; repair to masonry foundation entry stairs; roof, gutter and flashing upgrade; 1st floor half bath remodel; addition of and upgrade to electrical outlets. A 2-car detached garage with upgraded 220 volt electrical is ready to charge an electric car. With proximity to Lee St Beach, lakefront parks, Lincoln School, Main St shops, CTA, and Metra, this home is perfectly situated for both relaxation and convenience.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Baird & Warner License #471016849 Listed on: 06/22/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $21,793
Year Built
- Built in 1912
Lot Details
- 8,002 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 50 x 160
- Poultry Coop
- Dog Run
- Wood Fence
- Landscaped Professionally
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Mature Trees
- Garden
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Driveway
- Off Alley Parking
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
- 3,800 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Fireplace Features Masonry
- Double Pane Windows
- Window Treatments
- Stained Glass
- Window Screens
- Panel Doors
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Breakfast Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Recreation Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Lower Floor Utility Room
- Home Gym
- Wood Flooring
- Unfinished Attic
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Kitchen
- Double Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Microwave
- High End Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Soaking Tub
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry in Bathroom
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
Location
- Property is near a park
Schools
- Lincoln Elementary School
- Nichols Middle School
- Evanston Twp High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Partial Air Conditioning Available
- Radiator
- Lake Michigan Water
- Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Community Details
Overview
- 4 Square
- Community Lake
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 22, 2025
Closed on
Aug 7, 2025
Sold by
Mcmath Justin C and Mcmath Elizabeth
Bought by
Smith Thomas Eisenhauer and Katz Emma Kimura
Seller's Agent
Karla Tennies Koziura
Baird & Warner
Buyer's Agent
K.C. Lau
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$1,285,000
Sold Price
$1,333,000
Premium/Discount to List
$48,000
3.74%
Views
15
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-20.19%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 8, 2018
Closed on
Sep 6, 2018
Sold by
Eyler Alexis D and Eyler Craig R
Bought by
Mcmath Elizabeth and Mcmath Justin C
Seller's Agent
Arla Lerman Unwin
eXp Realty
Buyer's Agent
Sabine Russo
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$965,000
Sold Price
$928,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$36,500
-3.78%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.36%
Original Mortgage
$628,500
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 31, 2005
Sold by
Eyler John H and Eyler Dolores A
Bought by
Eyler Craig R and Eyler Alexis D
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$656,250
Interest Rate
3.29%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 28, 2005
Sold by
Declaratio Berger Kathy L
Bought by
Eyler Craig R and Eyler John H
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$656,250
Interest Rate
3.29%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 9, 2002
Sold by
Schorsch Louis L and Berger Kathy L
Bought by
Declaratio Berger Kathy L and Kathy L Berger 2002 Declaration Of Trust
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $1,333,000 | Chicago Title Insurance Compan | |
| Warranty Deed | $928,500 | Chicago Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Chicago Title Insurance Co | |
| Warranty Deed | $780,000 | Chicago Title Insurance Comp | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $603,059 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $628,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $121,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $656,250 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $624,000 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/11/2025 08/11/25 | Sold | $1,333,000 | +3.7% | $351 / Sq Ft |
| 06/23/2025 06/23/25 | For Sale | $1,285,000 | +38.4% | $338 / Sq Ft |
| 09/07/2018 09/07/18 | Sold | $928,500 | -3.8% | $241 / Sq Ft |
| 08/13/2018 08/13/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/08/2018 08/08/18 | For Sale | $965,000 | -- | $251 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $21,793 | $93,338 | $24,000 | $69,338 |
| 2023 | $20,887 | $93,338 | $24,000 | $69,338 |
| 2022 | $20,887 | $93,338 | $24,000 | $69,338 |
| 2021 | $18,486 | $72,991 | $12,800 | $60,191 |
| 2020 | $18,299 | $72,991 | $12,800 | $60,191 |
| 2019 | $17,745 | $79,166 | $12,800 | $66,366 |
| 2018 | $18,084 | $69,440 | $10,800 | $58,640 |
| 2017 | $17,627 | $69,440 | $10,800 | $58,640 |
| 2016 | $16,941 | $69,440 | $10,800 | $58,640 |
| 2015 | $14,775 | $57,726 | $9,000 | $48,726 |
| 2014 | $14,649 | $57,726 | $9,000 | $48,726 |
| 2013 | $14,296 | $57,726 | $9,000 | $48,726 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Karla Tennies Koziura
-
K.C. Lau
Buyer's Agent in 2025
K.C. Lau
@ Properties
(312) 315-7163
1 in this area
121 Total Sales
-
Arla Lerman Unwin
Seller's Agent in 2018
Arla Lerman Unwin
eXp Realty
(847) 630-2752
2 in this area
23 Total Sales
-
S
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Sabine Russo
@ Properties
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12390422
APN: 11-19-405-014-0000
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