Very special offering! Bright, current vibe in this spectacular full renovation of this East Wilmette mid century ranch on 4/10 acre adjacent to Gillson Park, just a stone's throw from the lake. Thoughtfully relayed out and designed 3BR/3.1BA with rare one floor living marries a comfortable lakeside lifestyle with a stylized aesthetic. The vistas from each room welcome the outdoors in for a symbiotic relationship with the outdoor green space at every turn. New kitchen, baths and plumbing, most windows & more. The extraordinary flooring was refurbished and refinished. The clean lines and open floor plan provide the perfect balance of privacy and space . The foyer welcomes you into a fabulous great room with fireplace and fabulous windows. The gorgeous kitchen with top appliances, quartz countertops and waterfall island is the heart of the house with stunning views of the backyard. Fantastic butler's pantry/ mudroom and snappy powder room, 2 car attached garage with pull down attic stairs. A private den or office is adjacent to the fabulous screened porch overlooking the very private yard and patio. A spectacular primary bedroom retreat with vaulted ceilings, new serene bath and closets with private views outdoors. The additional 2 bedrooms are en-suite with custom designed baths. The cool stairway leads to a lower level with urban chic rec room and wonderful exercise room. Multiple private rooms open to private yard spaces. The outdoor living options are endless in your own yard or anywhere in your neighbor Gillson Park. Go for a stroll or a paddle board at sunrise and bask in the glow of the Baha'i Temple at sunset! Jump in the lake any day of the week! Beach living at its best. BROKER OPEN 4/20. Bring clients that day.
Single-familyProperty Type
1952Year Built
0.41 acresLot Size
$885Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Paige Dooley• Compass
Bought with Frank Capitanini• Coldwell Banker Realty
Corner lot located home adjacent to Gillson Beach Park and marina. Move in ready. Updated with a modern clean aesthetic. Great views in all directions. Potential for expansion/add on.
5 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Adrienne Sassaman
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 678 Sheridan Rd
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11053299
May 20, 2021
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$1,295,000
$617/sq ft
Apr 24, 2021
Pending (Contingent)
—
Apr 19, 2021
Listed (New)
$1,199,000
$571/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 11, 2020
Sold
$730,000
$348/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10821774
Sep 12, 2020
Pending (Contingent (Do Not Show))
—
Sep 12, 2020
Listing Removed
—
Aug 31, 2020
Price Changed
*
Aug 18, 2020
Listed (New)
*
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10751952
Oct 2, 2020
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$730,000
$348/sq ft
Sep 12, 2020
Pending (Contingent (Do Not Show))
—
Aug 31, 2020
Price Changed
$799,000
$380/sq ft
Aug 10, 2020
Price Changed
$899,000
$428/sq ft
Jul 6, 2020
Price Changed
$959,000
$457/sq ft
Jun 18, 2020
Listed (New)
$1,025,000
$488/sq ft
+11
4 tenths of a private acre with lush landscaping that is the last house on the East side of Sheridan before entry to Gillson Park & Sheridan Shores Yacht Club. This custom 3 bedroom 3 bath Lannon stone ranch offers the best in one floor living. Oversize living room with fireplace and white oak walls . Separate dining room. Galley kitchen with breakfast bar that opens to family room. Top parquet floors through out. Enjoy many an evening in the screened porch or outdoor patio overlooking the backyard. Great master suite with bath and wall of closets. 2 additional bedrooms with en-suite baths. Full unfinished basement. 2 car attached garage. Make this your downsized dream, or add on or rebuild on this special property. This is a rare property as there are few ranch houses left in such a fabulous location near Lake Michigan. Buyer pays Wilmette transfer tax. You must sign Covid-19 Acknowledgement and Indemnification form.
Public Records
Jul 13, 1993
Sold
$450,000
$214/sq ft
Public Records
May 31, 1984
Sold
$271,000
$129/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$26,313 (+2.7%)
$50,274 + $83,351
$133,625
2022
$25,617 (+16.7%)
$50,274 + $69,000
$119,274
2021
$21,957 (+8.9%)
$48,478 + $36,040
$84,518
2020
$20,172 (−3.7%)
$48,478 + $36,040
$84,518
2019
$20,957 (−1.7%)
$48,478 + $43,390
$91,868
2018
$21,318 (+10.3%)
$39,501 + $50,104
$89,605
2017
$19,323 (−4.0%)
$39,501 + $50,104
$89,605
2016
$20,128 (+11.8%)
$39,501 + $53,100
$92,601
2015
$18,005 (+1.5%)
$35,910 + $41,116
$77,026
2014
$17,741 (−9.5%)
$35,910 + $41,116
$77,026
2013
$19,601 (+19.8%)
$35,910 + $52,615
$88,525
2012
$16,368 (−9.4%)
$29,176 + $50,604
$79,780
2011
$18,057 (+18.5%)
$29,176 + $60,391
$89,567
2010
$15,235 (+30.0%)
$29,176 + $60,391
$89,567
2009
$11,721 (+0.4%)
$29,625 + $66,717
$96,342
2008
$11,671 (+4.5%)
$47,401 + $61,036
$108,437
2007
$11,164
$47,401 + $61,036
$108,437
Tax history for 678 Sheridan Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$26,313 (+2.7%)
$50,274 + $83,351
$133,625
2022
$25,617 (+16.7%)
$50,274 + $69,000
$119,274
2021
$21,957 (+8.9%)
$48,478 + $36,040
$84,518
2020
$20,172 (−3.7%)
$48,478 + $36,040
$84,518
2019
$20,957 (−1.7%)
$48,478 + $43,390
$91,868
2018
$21,318 (+10.3%)
$39,501 + $50,104
$89,605
2017
$19,323 (−4.0%)
$39,501 + $50,104
$89,605
2016
$20,128 (+11.8%)
$39,501 + $53,100
$92,601
2015
$18,005 (+1.5%)
$35,910 + $41,116
$77,026
2014
$17,741 (−9.5%)
$35,910 + $41,116
$77,026
2013
$19,601 (+19.8%)
$35,910 + $52,615
$88,525
2012
$16,368 (−9.4%)
$29,176 + $50,604
$79,780
2011
$18,057 (+18.5%)
$29,176 + $60,391
$89,567
2010
$15,235 (+30.0%)
$29,176 + $60,391
$89,567
2009
$11,721 (+0.4%)
$29,625 + $66,717
$96,342
2008
$11,671 (+4.5%)
$47,401 + $61,036
$108,437
2007
$11,164
$47,401 + $61,036
$108,437
*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
Permits
Beds
5
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.41 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,466
Year built
1952
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cook County
APN
05351050090000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 16, 2026.
Aug 21, 2012 • Active
Roof permi
Tear off the old roof and replace it with a new one. No dumpster is required for this project.
Roofing
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