VERY RARE. TREMENDOUS OPPORTUNITY TO LIVE ON A HUGE LOT ON A GORGEOUS RAVINE SETTING WITH A 'FLAT YARD SPACE!' AT THE BOTTOM OF THE RAVINE NEXT TO THE CREEK. GO HOME HAPPY. BUILT IN 1923 THIS PRIME LOT WAS PURCHASED AND A STATELY BRICK HOME WAS BUILT WITH GREAT BONES. BEAUTIFUL OPEN STAIRCASE AND VINTAGE DETAILS THROUGHOUT. NEW KITCHEN WITH MARBLE COUNTERS AND CUSTOM CABINETRY MAKE THIS HOME SING. FOUR LARGE BEDROOMS ON THE SECOND FLOOR. HUGE ATTIC SPACE WITH ROOM FOR EXPANSION. FULL BASEMENT LEADS TO A ONE CAR GARAGE. EAST GLENCOE LOCATION NEAR METRA AND VILLAGE AMENITIES AND A MILE FROM THE LAKE AND BEACH. HARDWOOD FLOORS THROUGHOUT. SOUTH FACING AND SUNNY WITH STUNNING WRAP AROUND VIEWS THAT INCLUDE SEEING THE MEANDERING CREEK THROUGH YOUR LOT. THIS IS A ONCE IN DECADES CHANCE TO LIVE BEAUTIFULLY.
Single-familyProperty Type
1923Year Built
0.33 acresLot Size
$557Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Mark Lale• Best Chicago Properties, LLC
Bought with Jamie Roth• Engel & Voelkers Chicago North Shore
THIS HANDSOME 4 BEDROOM COLONIAL IN THE BUCOLIC RAVINE BLUFFS OF EAST GLENCOE IS SET ON A DEEP RAVINE LOT. IT'S HARDWOOD FLOORS, CHARMING ARCHITECTURAL DETAILS, GENEROUS ROOM SIZES & MANY WINDOWS ARE SURE TO PLEASE. A 3RD FLOOR WALK-UP ATTIC PROVIDES GREAT STORAGE & EXPANSION POTENTIAL. VERY NEAR THE LAKE, BUSINESS DISTRICT & THE METRA. CONTINUE ON WITH RENOVATION OF THIS UNIQUE & SPECIAL HOME. BEING SOLD "AS IS".
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06990612
Oct 31, 2008
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$575,000
$217/sq ft
Sep 17, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Aug 27, 2008
Contingent
—
Aug 11, 2008
Listed
$599,000
$226/sq ft
Traditional red brick Colonial on fabulous ravine lot. Restore the vitality to this well loved home. Hardwood floors, pretty architectural detail, great east side location. Property being sold 'as is'. Third floor is walk-up attic with good storage and good potential for living space. Newer boiler.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$19,274 (+7.3%)
$29,898 + $52,102
$82,000
2022
$17,971 (+18.5%)
$29,898 + $52,102
$82,000
2021
$15,161 (+2.6%)
$28,539 + $27,671
$56,210
2020
$14,782 (+4.8%)
$28,539 + $27,671
$56,210
2019
$14,099 (−14.1%)
$28,539 + $31,902
$60,441
2018
$16,417 (+2.8%)
$24,462 + $43,555
$68,017
2017
$15,965 (+5.1%)
$24,462 + $43,555
$68,017
2016
$15,193 (+2.7%)
$24,462 + $43,555
$68,017
2015
$14,792 (+2.4%)
$20,724 + $38,378
$59,102
2014
$14,441 (−0.7%)
$20,724 + $38,378
$59,102
2013
$14,548 (+40.6%)
$20,724 + $41,613
$62,337
2012
$10,348 (+3.5%)
$20,724 + $27,526
$48,250
2011
$9,999 (+1.3%)
$20,724 + $27,526
$48,250
2010
$9,866 (−44.4%)
$20,724 + $27,526
$48,250
2009
$17,739 (+0.2%)
$21,064 + $75,113
$96,177
2008
$17,708 (+18.3%)
$33,703 + $70,780
$104,483
2007
$14,963
$33,703 + $70,780
$104,483
Tax history for 229 Sylvan Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$19,274 (+7.3%)
$29,898 + $52,102
$82,000
2022
$17,971 (+18.5%)
$29,898 + $52,102
$82,000
2021
$15,161 (+2.6%)
$28,539 + $27,671
$56,210
2020
$14,782 (+4.8%)
$28,539 + $27,671
$56,210
2019
$14,099 (−14.1%)
$28,539 + $31,902
$60,441
2018
$16,417 (+2.8%)
$24,462 + $43,555
$68,017
2017
$15,965 (+5.1%)
$24,462 + $43,555
$68,017
2016
$15,193 (+2.7%)
$24,462 + $43,555
$68,017
2015
$14,792 (+2.4%)
$20,724 + $38,378
$59,102
2014
$14,441 (−0.7%)
$20,724 + $38,378
$59,102
2013
$14,548 (+40.6%)
$20,724 + $41,613
$62,337
2012
$10,348 (+3.5%)
$20,724 + $27,526
$48,250
2011
$9,999 (+1.3%)
$20,724 + $27,526
$48,250
2010
$9,866 (−44.4%)
$20,724 + $27,526
$48,250
2009
$17,739 (+0.2%)
$21,064 + $75,113
$96,177
2008
$17,708 (+18.3%)
$33,703 + $70,780
$104,483
2007
$14,963
$33,703 + $70,780
$104,483
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
14,374
Year renovated
2025
Sq. Ft.
2,650
Year built
1923
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cook County
APN
05063010100000
Parking Spaces
1
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Views
Last updated by owner on Sep 2, 2025.
RA
Single Family Residential District
The single family districts provide for a limited range of housing densities consistent with the Village's established residential neighborhoods. The R-A District allows for lower density residential use and larger lot sizes. The R-B and R-C Districts allow for somewhat higher density residential use and smaller lot sizes.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Educational/school
Library
Golf related
Communications tower
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Parking (Total): 1
Parking: Garage
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Attached
Driveway: Asphalt,Concrete
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bedrooms Possible: 4
Room Information
Room Type: Enclosed Porch
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10 x 11
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Dimensions: 13 x 12
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 14 x 11
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Second
Dimensions: 13 x 10
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 12
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 11
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Eating Area-Table Space
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10 x 10
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 12 x 16
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 24 x 14
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 22 x 14
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Hardwood
Additional Rooms Information
Attic: Unfinished
Dining Room: Separate
Basement: Full
Basement Description: Unfinished
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 8
Equipment
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Built-In Oven, Range Hood
Sump Pump
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Location: Family Room
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Exterior
Building Information
Living Area Source: Estimated
Exterior Building Type: Brick
Age: 100+ Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 2 Stories
Ownership: Fee Simple
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): Yes
Rehab Year: 2010
Parcel Number: 05063010100000
Lot Information
Dimensions: 50X293.59X71.54X242.5
Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
Lot Features: Landscaped, Wooded, Mature Trees, Backs to Trees/Woods, Creek
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $17,971
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
Financial Information
Finance Code: Cash
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling: Window/Wall Unit - 1
Location
Community Information
Community Features: Other
Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 35
Elementary School: South Elementary School
Middle Or Junior School District: 35
Middle Or Junior School: Central School
High School District: 203
High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
Location Information
Township: New Trier
Corporate Limits: Glencoe
Directions: Sheridan to Franklin, west to Sylvan, north to 229.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,650
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 1
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 0.33 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1923
Year Renovated: 2025
County: Cook County
APN: 05063010100000
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Views
Home facts updated by owner on Sep 2, 2025
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No
Around this home
Schools
West School
Public 3-4 • Assigned • 0.9mi
9/10
Central School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
8/10
New Trier Township H S Northfield
Public 9 • Assigned • 3.8mi
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
8/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance 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 98° expected this year, 14 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, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Glencoe, IL • 60022
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.3 hours in
June and 3.3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.3 hrs
3.3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$1.40M – $1.70M
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