Welcome to your dream home on Sheridan Road! This stunning brick colonial residence is perfectly situated in a phenomenal location just a block away from Gilson beach and park, offering a plethora of activities such as swimming, sailing, dog beaches, tennis, and summer camps. The prestigious Michigan Shores Club is just outside your back door and offers exclusive amenities, providing a true resort-like experience at your doorstep. Additionally, a short walk will lead you to the delightful Plaza Del Lago, featuring a variety of restaurants and shopping options. One of the highlights of this home is the expansive yard, professionally landscaped and fully fenced, creating an oasis of tranquility. The deck and paver patio, seamlessly connected to the family room and kitchen, are perfect for outdoor entertaining and relaxing. You'll also find raised vegetable garden beds, ideal for cultivating your own fresh produce. Parking will never be an issue with the detached 2-car garage and outdoor space to accommodate 4 additional cars. The meticulous maintenance and updates of this property are evident throughout, ensuring a move-in ready and modern living experience. As you enter the home, a spacious foyer connects to the gourmet kitchen and elegant formal living room. The first floor also features a study, a formal dining room with a beautiful barrel ceiling, a cozy family room that connects directly to the well-appointed kitchen with an oversized island boasting seating for seven. Top-of-the-line Sub Zero and Wolf appliances, along with granite countertops, make this kitchen a chef's delight. Both the living and family rooms are graced with fireplaces, adding warmth and character to the space. Completing the first floor is a half bathroom and a mudroom located conveniently off of the kitchen, offering easy access to the rear yard. Venture to the second floor, where four additional bedrooms and three full bathrooms await. The primary suite overlooks the lush yard and features a large soaking tub and a walk-in shower, providing a private retreat for relaxation. For added flexibility, the third floor boasts a fifth bedroom with an ensuite half bathroom, offering various usage possibilities such as a guest room, home office, or creative space. The partially finished basement provides ample lounging space and abundant storage options, perfect for accommodating various activities and hobbies. This exceptional brick colonial home in such a prime location offers an outstanding lifestyle with easy access to amazing amenities and entertainment options. Don't miss the rare opportunity to call this meticulously maintained and updated property your own.
Single-familyProperty Type
1919Year Built
10,001 sq ftLot Size
$559Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Cory Green• Compass
Bought with Lisa Gendel• Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
Beautiful brick East Wilmette 5 bed 3.2 bath home! Wonderful open floor plan with gracious room sizes, Tons of natural light, high ceilings, 5 beds up, beautiful moldings, and gorgeous hardwood floors! Fabulous yard-Perfect for a pool! Gourmet chef's kitchen with high-end appliances (Wolfe, Sub Zero, large island that comfortably fits seven, pantry), great room, mudroom for easy access to the back entry, and deep yard that includes a newly updated deck and patio! Expansive first floor with charming living room, dining room, and ideal sunroom/ office with built-in bookcases and 2 fireplaces. Beautiful newer master with seasonal views of Lake Michigan. The basement has a great Rec area and exercise room. Parking for 6 cars-2 car garage and parking for 4 additional cars. Phenomenal Wilmette location! Steps to Lake Michigan, Wilmette's lakefront Gillson Park (swimming, sailing and dog beaches, tennis, summer camps, and playgrounds), Elmwood Dunes, Michigan Shores Club, and shopping and services at Plaza Del Lago. Easy access to the entire North Shore and the city!
Public Records
Aug 22, 2016
Sold
$1,199,000
$318/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09134147
May 31, 2016
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$1,199,000
$318/sq ft
Feb 12, 2016
Contingent
—
Feb 8, 2016
Listed (New)
$1,199,000
$318/sq ft
+20
Wow! East Wilmette perfection! Steps to Lake Michigan and Wilmette's lakefront parks (Gillson swimming and sailing + Elmwood Dunes). The newer open-concept kitchen/family room has it all with cook's kitchen (Wolf, Sub-Zero, large island, pantry), mudroom area and easy access to back entry & deck. The adjoining family room is flooded with light via a wall of windows overlooking the deep yard. Charming living room, dining room and sun porch with built-in bookcases are in perfect condition. The newer master and master bath addition create a serene retreat with seasonal views of Lake Michigan and park-like yard. Three more bedrooms complete the 2nd floor with the 5th bedroom on the third floor. Two fireplaces, basement rec room and exercise room - it's all here! The quality continues outside with phenomenal backyard and comfortable deck defined by a low brick wall. Parking for four cars: two-car garage and parking pad for two additional cars. Convenient street parking on Forest Avenue.
Public Records
Jun 18, 2001
Sold
$855,000
$227/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 17, 1995
Sold
$605,000
$161/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 1, 1983
Sold
$217,000
$58/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 13, 1981
Sold
$201,000
$53/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$27,316 (+5.7%)
$28,000 + $95,695
$123,695
2022
$25,832 (−6.5%)
$28,000 + $95,695
$123,695
2021
$27,626 (−8.4%)
$27,000 + $79,337
$106,337
2020
$30,158 (+3.1%)
$27,000 + $91,011
$118,011
2019
$29,261 (+2.6%)
$27,000 + $101,273
$128,273
2018
$28,525 (+2.8%)
$22,000 + $97,900
$119,900
2017
$27,736 (+8.7%)
$22,000 + $97,900
$119,900
2016
$25,519 (−4.3%)
$22,000 + $97,900
$119,900
2015
$26,656 (+1.6%)
$20,000 + $90,000
$110,000
2014
$26,245 (+4.8%)
$20,000 + $90,000
$110,000
2013
$25,050 (+22.1%)
$20,000 + $90,000
$110,000
2012
$20,511 (+4.6%)
$16,250 + $80,859
$97,109
2011
$19,612 (+7.4%)
$16,250 + $80,859
$97,109
2010
$18,256 (+0.4%)
$16,250 + $80,859
$97,109
2009
$18,187 (+6.0%)
$16,500 + $97,322
$113,822
2008
$17,153 (+11.8%)
$26,400 + $93,413
$119,813
2007
$15,346
$26,400 + $86,904
$113,304
Tax history for 940 Sheridan Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$27,316 (+5.7%)
$28,000 + $95,695
$123,695
2022
$25,832 (−6.5%)
$28,000 + $95,695
$123,695
2021
$27,626 (−8.4%)
$27,000 + $79,337
$106,337
2020
$30,158 (+3.1%)
$27,000 + $91,011
$118,011
2019
$29,261 (+2.6%)
$27,000 + $101,273
$128,273
2018
$28,525 (+2.8%)
$22,000 + $97,900
$119,900
2017
$27,736 (+8.7%)
$22,000 + $97,900
$119,900
2016
$25,519 (−4.3%)
$22,000 + $97,900
$119,900
2015
$26,656 (+1.6%)
$20,000 + $90,000
$110,000
2014
$26,245 (+4.8%)
$20,000 + $90,000
$110,000
2013
$25,050 (+22.1%)
$20,000 + $90,000
$110,000
2012
$20,511 (+4.6%)
$16,250 + $80,859
$97,109
2011
$19,612 (+7.4%)
$16,250 + $80,859
$97,109
2010
$18,256 (+0.4%)
$16,250 + $80,859
$97,109
2009
$18,187 (+6.0%)
$16,500 + $97,322
$113,822
2008
$17,153 (+11.8%)
$26,400 + $93,413
$119,813
2007
$15,346
$26,400 + $86,904
$113,304
*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
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,769
Year built
1919
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cook County
APN
05261010020000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 12, 2026.
Jan 28, 2022 • Final
Roof permi
Replace a flat roof.
Roofing
Mar 18, 2014 • Active
Roof permi
Roofing
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
Parking
Parking Information
# Of Cars: 6
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking (Total): 4
Parking On-Site: Yes
Parking: Garage,Space/s
Parking Ownership: Owned
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Detached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
# of Baths (1/2): 2
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 5
# of Bedrooms Possible: 5
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 5
Level: Third
Dimensions: 17 x 10
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Recreation Room
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 24 x 13
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Heated Sun Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 10
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Foyer
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 10
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Mud Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 8 x 6
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Utility Room-Lower Level
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 24 x 11
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Dimensions: 15 x 14
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 14 x 11
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Second
Dimensions: 12 x 11
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 15 x 14
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 21 x 15
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar,Island
Level: Main
Dimensions: 20 x 18
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 20 x 14
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 20 x 15
Flooring: Hardwood
Bath: Full
Additional Rooms Information
Dining Room: Separate
Basement: Full
Basement Description: Partially Finished
Interior Features
Interior Features: Hardwood Floors
# of Rooms: 11
Equipment
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room
Exterior
Building Information
Living Area Source: Assessor
Exterior Building Type: Brick
Age: 100+ Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Roof: Asphalt
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 3 Stories
Ownership: Fee Simple
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
General Information: School Bus Service
Parcel Number: 05261010020000
Lot Information
Dimensions: 50X200
Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $27,625.66
Tax Year: 2021
Financial Information
Finance Code: Cash
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Lake Michigan
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Radiator(s)
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Community Information
Community Features: Sidewalks
Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 39
Elementary School: Central Elementary School
Middle Or Junior School District: 39
Middle Or Junior School: Wilmette Junior High School
High School District: 203
High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
Location Information
Township: New Trier
Corporate Limits: Wilmette
Directions: East side of Sheridan Rd., between Lake Ave and Forest
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,769
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 10,000 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1919
Year Renovated: —
County: Cook County
APN: 05261010020000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 12, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing
Around this home
Schools
Central Elementary School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 0.5mi
10/10
Wilmette Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.5mi
8/10
New Trier Township High School Winnetka
Public 10-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi
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
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$2.00M – $2.42M
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