Farmhouse meets Industrial Modern. This complete rehab outshines any new construction in the area. Meticulously transformed, this fabulously sunny east Wilmette modern farmhouse a block from the beach is a must see! The property sits on a private and professionally landscaped oversized lot with a semi circular driveway. You are greeted with a dramatic floating glass staircase that draws your eyes upward to the two story foyer with a spectacular custom glass chandelier. Floor to ceiling Pella architectural wood doors and windows brings in natural light from all directions. A large first floor office overlooks the pretty setting facing west. Stunning dining room with sliding doors to the lovely courtyard patio that is made for indoor outdoor entertaining. Wonderful chef's kitchen that is custom designed with all of today's bells and whistles, a large centerpiece island with a 2.5" thick quartzite slab that is absolutely stunning. Wolf and subzero appliances, custom hand glazed tile and beautiful light fixtures. The kitchen space offers an eat in area and is open to the family room. Sliding doors from the kitchen and the family room lead out to an enormous stone patio featuring an outdoor kitchen, space for lounging and a large eating area! The entire home features 7" wide white oak flooring. The family room has a gorgeous stone fireplace and floor to ceiling windows. The first floor also offers a mudroom, full laundry and powder room. The second level features a beautiful primary suite complete with a balcony facing east for the morning coffee listening to the waves. Master bath has heated floors, custom cabinetry, a large spectacular Italian marble tiled shower and entry to the large walk in closet. The second bedroom is an ensuite, full shower , walk in closet and beautiful built ins and a nook perfect for a desk! Two additional good sized bedrooms share a lovely bath with a soaker tub! Lower level has a large great room, a bar with a beverage refrigerator, custom cabinets, costco sized pantry and a 5th bedroom or exercise area, a full bath and second laundry room. Home is fully wired for today's needs! Attached heated 2 car garage. Location, Location! Just 1 block from the Lake and Gilson park, sailing beach and dog beach. Walk to Plaza Del Lago and the town of Wilmette! This is truly one special home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1970Year Built
0.26 acresLot Size
$954Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Annika Valdiserri• @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with Kristen Goodfellow• Baird & Warner
Source:MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10746539
Redfin Estimate
$2,544,935
$855K since sold in November 2020$74K since August
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Estimate history
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This home's estimate is 16.6% higher than the average sale price ($2.18M) of 5 comparable homes.
Fixer upper near Lake Michigan. New Trier high school district.
8 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Adrienne Sassaman
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 1148 Sheridan Rd
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Nov 9, 2020
Sold
$1,690,000
$634/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10746539
Aug 14, 2020
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$1,690,000
$634/sq ft
Jun 28, 2020
Pending (Contingent)
—
Jun 13, 2020
Listed (New)
$1,749,000
$656/sq ft
+40
Farmhouse meets Industrial Modern. This complete rehab outshines any new construction in the area. Meticulously transformed, this fabulously sunny east Wilmette modern farmhouse a block from the beach is a must see! The property sits on a private and professionally landscaped oversized lot with a semi circular driveway. You are greeted with a dramatic floating glass staircase that draws your eyes upward to the two story foyer with a spectacular custom glass chandelier. Floor to ceiling Pella architectural wood doors and windows brings in natural light from all directions. A large first floor office overlooks the pretty setting facing west. Stunning dining room with sliding doors to the lovely courtyard patio that is made for indoor outdoor entertaining. Wonderful chef's kitchen that is custom designed with all of today's bells and whistles, a large centerpiece island with a 2.5" thick quartzite slab that is absolutely stunning. Wolf and subzero appliances, custom hand glazed tile and beautiful light fixtures. The kitchen space offers an eat in area and is open to the family room. Sliding doors from the kitchen and the family room lead out to an enormous stone patio featuring an outdoor kitchen, space for lounging and a large eating area! The entire home features 7" wide white oak flooring. The family room has a gorgeous stone fireplace and floor to ceiling windows. The first floor also offers a mudroom, full laundry and powder room. The second level features a beautiful primary suite complete with a balcony facing east for the morning coffee listening to the waves. Master bath has heated floors, custom cabinetry, a large spectacular Italian marble tiled shower and entry to the large walk in closet. The second bedroom is an ensuite, full shower , walk in closet and beautiful built ins and a nook perfect for a desk! Two additional good sized bedrooms share a lovely bath with a soaker tub! Lower level has a large great room, a bar with a beverage refrigerator, custom cabinets, costco sized pantry and a 5th bedroom or exercise area, a full bath and second laundry room. Home is fully wired for today's needs! Attached heated 2 car garage. Location, Location! Just 1 block from the Lake and Gilson park, sailing beach and dog beach. Walk to Plaza Del Lago and the town of Wilmette! This is truly one special home!
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10106919
Jan 8, 2019
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$715,000
$268/sq ft
Dec 27, 2018
Contingent
—
Oct 9, 2018
Listed (New)
$815,000
$306/sq ft
+26
Location, location, location! Beautiful and historic Sheridan Road home. Exclusive location close to the lake, Gilson beach and park, Plaza del Lago, and Baha'i temple. Two-story foyer flanked by formal living and dining rooms. Eat-in kitchen with stainless appliances. Fireside family room with access to patio and private backyard. First floor laundry and powder room. Master suite with private balcony plus three bedrooms up. Lower level rec room and huge storage area. 2-car garage. Central Elementary. The sellers have done the heavy lifting with functional updates like new HVAC units, hot water heater, roof, windows, sliding doors, and marble entry flooring. Bring your eye for design to make this your dream home!
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10090521
Oct 9, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Sep 21, 2018
Listed (New)
*
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10000756
Sep 21, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Jul 19, 2018
Price Changed
*
Jun 28, 2018
Listed (New)
*
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09218392
Dec 2, 2016
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$770,000
$289/sq ft
Oct 19, 2016
Contingent
—
Sep 19, 2016
Price Changed
$795,000
$298/sq ft
Aug 9, 2016
Price Changed
$825,000
$309/sq ft
Jun 10, 2016
Price Changed
$895,000
$336/sq ft
May 6, 2016
Listed (New)
$950,000
$356/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09311226
Oct 19, 2016
Contingent
—
Oct 19, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Sep 19, 2016
Price Changed
*
Aug 9, 2016
Listed (New)
*
Public Records
Jul 13, 1983
Sold
$305,000
$114/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 6, 1979
Sold
$275,000
$103/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$27,425 (+5.7%)
$30,937 + $93,238
$124,175
2022
$25,935 (−11.6%)
$30,937 + $93,238
$124,175
2021
$29,324 (−1.3%)
$27,000 + $89,204
$116,204
2020
$29,696 (+3.1%)
$27,000 + $89,204
$116,204
2019
$28,813 (+57.3%)
$27,000 + $99,309
$126,309
2018
$18,319 (+2.8%)
$22,500 + $54,500
$77,000
2017
$17,812 (−22.9%)
$22,500 + $54,500
$77,000
2016
$23,090 (+6.5%)
$22,500 + $88,011
$110,511
2015
$21,678 (+1.5%)
$18,562 + $73,262
$91,824
2014
$21,356 (+4.8%)
$18,562 + $73,262
$91,824
2013
$20,371 (−4.1%)
$18,562 + $73,262
$91,824
2012
$21,235 (+5.1%)
$20,531 + $77,423
$97,954
2011
$20,203 (+6.1%)
$20,531 + $77,423
$97,954
2010
$19,033 (+2.1%)
$20,531 + $77,423
$97,954
2009
$18,650 (+6.1%)
$20,812 + $96,942
$117,754
2008
$17,584 (+23.5%)
$33,300 + $90,651
$123,951
2007
$14,234
$33,300 + $90,651
$123,951
Tax history for 1148 Sheridan Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$27,425 (+5.7%)
$30,937 + $93,238
$124,175
2022
$25,935 (−11.6%)
$30,937 + $93,238
$124,175
2021
$29,324 (−1.3%)
$27,000 + $89,204
$116,204
2020
$29,696 (+3.1%)
$27,000 + $89,204
$116,204
2019
$28,813 (+57.3%)
$27,000 + $99,309
$126,309
2018
$18,319 (+2.8%)
$22,500 + $54,500
$77,000
2017
$17,812 (−22.9%)
$22,500 + $54,500
$77,000
2016
$23,090 (+6.5%)
$22,500 + $88,011
$110,511
2015
$21,678 (+1.5%)
$18,562 + $73,262
$91,824
2014
$21,356 (+4.8%)
$18,562 + $73,262
$91,824
2013
$20,371 (−4.1%)
$18,562 + $73,262
$91,824
2012
$21,235 (+5.1%)
$20,531 + $77,423
$97,954
2011
$20,203 (+6.1%)
$20,531 + $77,423
$97,954
2010
$19,033 (+2.1%)
$20,531 + $77,423
$97,954
2009
$18,650 (+6.1%)
$20,812 + $96,942
$117,754
2008
$17,584 (+23.5%)
$33,300 + $90,651
$123,951
2007
$14,234
$33,300 + $90,651
$123,951
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Permits
Feb 6, 2019 • Final
Air condit
Perform an interior remodel and construct a porch and dormer addition.
Addition
Remodel
Feb 6, 2019 • Final
Base plumb
Perform an interior remodel and construct a porch and dormer addition.
Plumbing
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Finish: Recreation Room
Basement Type: Full
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 2
# of 1/2 Baths: 1
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Central
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 2
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Average
Building Style Type: Multi-Level
Exterior Wall: Frame/Masonry
Roof Covering Type: Shake
Roof Shape Type: Shake
Building Type: Residential
Property Information
Subdivision Name: WILSONS WILMETTE
Living Sq. Ft: 2,667
# of Stories: 2
Stories Type: 2
Parking & Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Type: Attached Garage
Garage / Carport Type: Attached
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 11,250
Legal Lot Number: 4,5
Legal Block Number: 8
Acres: 0.2583
County Use Description: RESID 2 STORY
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2023
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,667
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1970
Year Renovated: —
County: Cook County
APN: 05274080280000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 12, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Central Elementary School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 0.5mi
10/10
Wilmette Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.3mi
8/10
New Trier Township High School Winnetka
Public 10-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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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 98° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Wilmette, IL • 60091
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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
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Estimated sale price
$2.42M – $2.93M
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