Set within a landmark Georgian Revival building, the unit is generous in all the ways that matter: 9-foot ceilings, hardwood floors throughout, and an abundance of windows that fill every room with light. The renovated eat-in kitchen is a standout - white custom cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless appliances, and subway tile, updated by Airoom in 2013. Beyond it, a formal dining room and dedicated office flow into a massive living room anchored by a decorative marble fireplace and a bay window with lake views. Spaces like this don't come together often. The primary suite and guest bedroom both overlook the courtyard's koi pond and fountain - a genuinely peaceful counterpoint to the energy of the lakefront just outside. Morning sunrises are visible from bed. Two full bathrooms are in original vintage condition and ready for a buyer's renovation vision. In-unit laundry, assigned storage, and exceptional walkability to the beach, Northwestern, and the Metra round out the picture. No assigned parking with the unit, though both on- and off-street options are available, and garage parking on premises with a waitlist. For the buyer who values history, space, light, and the lake - this one is hard to leave.
CondoProperty Type
1928Year Built
$330Price/Sq.Ft.
$893/moHOA Dues
Listed by Julie Fleetwood• Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
Listed by Julia Seitchik• Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
Southeast Evanston, located between Lake Michigan and the Chicago city line, is a lakeside and residential Evanston neighborhood with a walkable shoreline and a classic street grid. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Main Street and Chicago Avenue, where coffee counters, small restaurants, and everyday storefronts keep the sidewalks active. Architectural cues lean toward vintage brick walk-ups, courtyard buildings, and older single-family homes tucked behind mature trees. The lakefront edge frames daily routines with paths, beaches, and open lawns. Cultural pillars include the historic Grosse Point Lighthouse, the Evanston Art Center at Dawes House, and the century-old South End Community Center. Transit nodes and bike-friendly streets connect the calm interior blocks to the shoreline and nearby commercial corridors.
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Offer insights
496 Sheridan Rd #1 · $495,000
$495K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $495K+ is a strong offer
SALE-TO-LIST
99.9%
Most homes are selling 0% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$495,000
Median list price in this area is $321,496. (35% lower than this home)
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Six total rooms
Decorative fireplace in the living room
Security system and intercom
Bedrooms
Master bedroom on main level (12 x 15) with full bath and shower
Bedroom 2 on main level (12 x 15)
Additional bedrooms (listed as Bedroom 3 and Bedroom 4)
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms
Kitchen
Kitchen on main level (16 x 12)
Laundry & utility
In-unit laundry with washer hookup
Flooring
Hardwood floors
Heating & cooling
Natural gas steam heating
Wall cooling units
Exterior features
Common lot/dimensions
Home design
Attached single, condo
Entry level 1
Built before 1978
Parking
Managed building (manager off-site)
Security
Security system and intercom
Construction
Brick and limestone construction
Building age approximately 91–100 years
Utilities
Water source: Lake Michigan
Public sewer
HOA & community
Monthly association fee of $893
Association fee includes heat, water, gas, insurance, exterior maintenance, scavenger service, and snow removal
Pets allowed (cats and dogs permitted)
Building management: manager off-site
Building contains 42 units
Financial info
Tax exemptions: Homeowner
Other
Commuter access: commuter bus and commuter train
Electricity and solar
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The R5 general residential district is intended to provide for infill development of a mix of multi-family residential structures at a medium density, including townhouses, two-family dwellings, three-story walk-ups and courtyard apartment buildings that characterize the traditional multiple-family housing development found in this district.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Educational/school
Neighborhood center
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Evanston, IL • 60202
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Sun exposure
82/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Evanston. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.6 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 496 Sheridan Rd #1
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $235,000 and $525,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $235K to $525K.