250 S Sheridan Rd

$1,299,000
Price
5
Beds
4,880 Sq. Ft.
$266 / Sq. Ft.
4,880
Sq. Ft.
$266
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to your dream home in the sought-after enclave of Far East Lake Forest, set back in a private setting off of the prestigious Sheridan Road. Originally built as a Coach House in 1927, this exquisite residence has been meticulously expanded and renovated over the years, now offering an expansive 4,900 square feet of living space on a very private 1.27-acre lot. This majestic home features 5 bedrooms and 4.5 baths, perfectly blending historic charm with modern amenities. The first-floor primary...Welcome to your dream home in the sought-after enclave of Far East Lake Forest, set back in a private setting off of the prestigious Sheridan Road. Originally built as a Coach House in 1927, this exquisite residence has been meticulously expanded and renovated over the years, now offering an expansive 4,900 square feet of living space on a very private 1.27-acre lot. This majestic home features 5 bedrooms and 4.5 baths, perfectly blending historic charm with modern amenities. The first-floor primary suite provides a serene retreat, overlooking the beautifully landscaped yard. The family room, adjacent to the kitchen, features a charming fireplace and French doors that open to the patio and incredible yard, perfect for indoor-outdoor living and entertaining. The expansive kitchen, a blank canvas awaiting your personal touch, offers a spacious dine in area and room for a walk in pantry, great potential for a custom dream design. The living room is a showstopper, with a large picture window that floods the space with natural light and a cozy fireplace for those chilly evenings. A versatile den/library with its own entrance offers additional private space for work or relaxation. The first floor also hosts a convenient laundry room. Upstairs, two separate wings with separate staircases, provide flexibility and privacy. One wing includes two bedrooms with a shared Jack and Jill bathroom, while the other features a bedroom with an ensuite bathroom, an additional full bathroom, and a large flex space ideal for an office or extra bedroom. The home boasts a three-car attached garage with incredible storage options and a gated driveway for added security. Close to downtown, 2 different beaches, 2 different Metra stops, shopping, incredible restaurants, Fort Sheridan, and the award winning Lake Forest schools, this impressive home offers endless possibilities and is waiting for your personal touch. Schedule a viewing today to experience the charm and potential of this unique property. PLEASE NOTE:: The kitchen is currently in an unfinished state, ready for you to make it your own. A design rendering is available, along with pricing and layout options from a local top kitchen designer and general contractor, detailed in the additional documentation. The picture shown in the photos is only a rendering to provide design inspiration. This home also does not have a basement.

Listing Agent

  1. Cory Green

    Cory Green

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    cory.green@compass.com

    P: (312)-485-0897

Property Details for 250 South Sheridan Road

Area
Lake Forest
Township
Shields
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
3.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
3.0
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
2
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas
LISTING UPDATED: 11/24/2025 09:51 AM

Property Details for 250 South Sheridan Road

StatusContingent
MLS #12456054
Days on Market89
Taxes$25,970 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 1.5 Story
Year Built1927
Lot Size1.27 AC / 55,321 SF
CountyLake County

Location

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Building Information for 250 South Sheridan Road

Stories-Year Built1927Building Size-Lot Size1.27 AC / 55,321 SF

Payment Calculator

$8,583 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,419

Property Taxes

$2,164

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 250 South Sheridan Road

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 67
  • Elementary School: Sheridan Elementary School
  • High School District: 115
  • High School: Lake Forest High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 67
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Asphalt, Yes, Other, Attached, Garage
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: East
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: Yes
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 11
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Basement Type: None
  • Bedrooms Possible: 5
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room
  • Room Type: Exercise Room, Foyer, Bonus Room, Walk In Closet, Bedroom 5
  • Num of Baths: 4.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 1.5 Story
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Type Detached: 1.5 Story
  • Total Sq Ft: 4880
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 4880
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 4880
  • Main Sq Ft: 2975
  • Upper Sq Ft: 1905
  • Lot Size: 1.0-1.99 Acres
  • Lot Dimensions: 404.9X252.2X149.8X151.7X102.8X192X75
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Brick
  • Roof Type: Shake
  • General Information: None
  • Living Area Source: Appraiser
  • Assessor Square Footage: 4544
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 8
  • Document Date: 2025-08-28T19:24:42
  • Photos Count: 30
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 20X15
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 25X20
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 23X12
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 13X15
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 17X20
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 12X22
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 21X24
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 15X15
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 9X11
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 20X26
Walk In Closet 1 Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Walk In Closet
  • Dimensions: 5X10
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Dimensions: 11X9
Exercise Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Exercise Room
  • Dimensions: 34X15
Bonus Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
  • Dimensions: 25X15

Property History for 250 South Sheridan Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 2, 2025

Contingent

MRED #12456054

Aug 28, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12456054

$1,299,000
Dec 20, 2021

Sold

MRED #11130367

$1,185,000
Dec 6, 2021

Pending

MRED #11130367

Dec 6, 2021

Cancelled

MRED #11228945

$1,299,000
Nov 26, 2021

Contingent

MRED #11130367

Nov 24, 2021

Pending

MRED #11130367

Nov 23, 2021

Contingent

MRED #11130367

Oct 9, 2021

Price Change

MRED #11130367

$1,299,000
Sep 24, 2021

Listed (Active)

MRED #11228945

$1,350,000
Sep 3, 2021

Price Change

MRED #11130367

$1,350,000
Aug 22, 2021

Price Change

MRED #11130367

$1,399,000
Jun 21, 2021

Price Change

MRED #11130367

$1,550,000
Jun 21, 2021

Cancelled

MRED #11084844

$1,650,000
Jun 20, 2021

Listed (Active)

MRED #11130367

$1,399,000
May 13, 2021

Listed (Active)

MRED #11084844

$1,650,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/02/2025

Contingent

MRED #12456054

08/28/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12456054

$1,299,000
12/20/2021

Sold

MRED #11130367

$1,185,000
12/06/2021

Pending

MRED #11130367

12/06/2021

Cancelled

MRED #11228945

$1,299,000
11/26/2021

Contingent

MRED #11130367

11/24/2021

Pending

MRED #11130367

11/23/2021

Contingent

MRED #11130367

10/09/2021

Price Change

MRED #11130367

$1,299,000
09/24/2021

Listed (Active)

MRED #11228945

$1,350,000
09/03/2021

Price Change

MRED #11130367

$1,350,000
08/22/2021

Price Change

MRED #11130367

$1,399,000
06/21/2021

Price Change

MRED #11130367

$1,550,000
06/21/2021

Cancelled

MRED #11084844

$1,650,000
06/20/2021

Listed (Active)

MRED #11130367

$1,399,000
05/13/2021

Listed (Active)

MRED #11084844

$1,650,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 250 South Sheridan Road

Taxable ValueLand$22,251Additions-Total$22,251
Tax Record2024$1,257 ($105 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size14,584 SqFtStyleResidentialCountyLAKEAPN16-03-106-005

Schools near 250 South Sheridan Road

This home is within Lake Forest School District 67.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 4
Public - 5 to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Sheridan Elementary School
PublicPK to 4

Deer Path Middle School East
Public5 to 6

Deer Path Middle School West
Public7 to 8

Lake Forest High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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