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.
*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
Permits
Beds
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Baths
4.5
Stories
2.5
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
2.3 Acres
Year renovated
1931
Sq. Ft.
10,319
Year built
1915
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lake County
APN
16-25-405-012
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
R4
Low-To-Moderate Density Residential District
This zoning district provides for low-to-moderate density residential and normal accessory uses. It is not intended to allow commercial, industrial, governmental, recreational, or like uses in this district; however, certain facilities required to serve educational, religious, or other needs of the area may be allowed within the district as conditional uses subject to restrictions intended to preserve and protect the residential character.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Day care facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Educational/school
Golf related
Park & open space
Feb 20, 2027 • Active
Exterior work - roof, residential
Work on a roof replacement.
Roofing
Feb 4, 2027 • Active
Building permit - residential construction (single family homes only)
Addition
Bathroom
Remodel
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