265 Sylvan Road

Closed 12/20/19
Closed 12/20/19
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$750,000
5 beds
265 Sylvan Rd, Glencoe, IL 60022
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.76 acresLot Size
1915Year Built
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Beautiful home is situated in the lush wooded ravines of EAST GLENCOE, on a hidden and serene 3/4-acre lot, yet close to downtown and Lake Michigan. The open living spaces pull in the stunning views and creating a tranquil and timeless feel. It has been meticulously maintained and is perfect for both entertaining and everyday living. 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, (including 2 master suites), and 4 wood-burning fireplaces add comfort to this spacious home. A grand living room (36 x 22) leads into an all-season...Beautiful home is situated in the lush wooded ravines of EAST GLENCOE, on a hidden and serene 3/4-acre lot, yet close to downtown and Lake Michigan. The open living spaces pull in the stunning views and creating a tranquil and timeless feel. It has been meticulously maintained and is perfect for both entertaining and everyday living. 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, (including 2 master suites), and 4 wood-burning fireplaces add comfort to this spacious home. A grand living room (36 x 22) leads into an all-season enclosed garden room overlooking the ravine, bubbling brook and beautiful gardens. Many original Frank Lloyd Wright details inside and out, including sconces, hardware, art glass and built-in bookshelves and seating.

Listing Agents

  1. Pamela Linn

    Pamela Linn

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (312) 446-7714

    M: (312) 446-7714

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  2. Wes Walker

    Wes Walker

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (312) 804-2933

    M: (312) 804-2933

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Sold By Axelson Realty LLC

Listing closed: 12/20/2019 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 10098222

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$2,100,000

Avg days on market

21

Sale-to-list ratio

102.9%

Glencoe, IL

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Property Information for 265 Sylvan Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $32,606 / year
  • MLS Type: Detached Single / 3 Stories
  • County: Cook County
  • Area: Glencoe
  • Township: New Trier
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Air Conditioning Type: Central Air, Window/Wall Units - 2, Zoned
  • Num of Interior Fireplaces: 3
  • Heat/Fuel: Natural Gas, Electric, Radiant, Radiator(s)
  • Architectural Style: Prairie
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1915
  • Lot Size: 0.76 AC / 33,062 SF
General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 35
  • Elementary School: South Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Central School
  • High School District: 203
  • High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
  • 2nd Alternate Elementary School: West School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 35
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking: Space/s
  • Parking On Site: true
  • Parking Ownership: Owned
  • Open Parking Spaces: 2.0
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: North, South, East, West
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: First Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath
  • Num Of Rooms: 9
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Gas Log
  • Basement Type: Partial
  • Bedrooms Possible: 5
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air, Window/Wall Units - 2, Zoned
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room,Master Bedroom,Other
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Storage, Enclosed Porch Heated, Foyer, Deck, Sun Room, Terrace, Utility Room-Lower Level
  • Num of Baths: 4.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 3 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public, Sewer-Storm
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 1970
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Description: Irregular
  • Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 237X159X270X142
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Circular
  • Exterior Building Type: Stucco
  • General Information: None
  • Living Area Source: Not Reported
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 27
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: Image360
  • Virtual Tour YN: Yes
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 25X17
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 14X10
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 11X9
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 15X14
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 14X11
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 17X14
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 14X11
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 9X9
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 36X22
Terrace Information
  • Room Level: Third
  • Room Type: Terrace
  • Terrace Dimensions: 20X24
Deck Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Deck
  • Dimensions: 10X13
Storage Room 1 Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Storage
  • Dimensions: 24X29
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Dimensions: 16X10
Enclosed Porch Heated Information
  • Room Level: Third
  • Room Type: Enclosed Porch Heated
  • Dimensions: 25X15
Sun Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sun Room
  • Dimensions: 21X16
Utility Room Lower Level Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Utility Room-Lower Level
  • Dimensions: 17X12

Property History for 265 Sylvan Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 20, 2019

Sold

MRED #10098222

$750,000—
Dec 13, 2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #660030927

$750,000—
Nov 11, 2019

Pending

MRED #10098222

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/20/2019

Sold

MRED #10098222

$750,000
12/13/2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #660030927

$750,000
11/11/2019

Pending

MRED #10098222

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

Public Records for 265 Sylvan Road

Taxable ValueLand$59,975Additions$60,000Total$119,975
Tax Record2023$28,576 ($2,381 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt3,985 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,985 SqFtStories2Lot Size33,062 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1913CountyCOOKAPN05-06-301-018Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 265 Sylvan Road

This home is within Glencoe School District 35.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
South Elementary School
Public - PK to 2
West School
Public - 3 to 4
Central School
Public - 5 to 8
New Trier Township H S Northfield
Public - 9
Rating
School
Distance
South Elementary School
PublicPK to 2

West School
Public3 to 4

Central School
Public5 to 8

New Trier Township H S Northfield
Public9

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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This home: 265 Sylvan Road, Glencoe, IL 60022
$750,000
5
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33,062
267 Sylvan Road, Glencoe, IL 60022
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6
5
5,155
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269 Sylvan Road, Glencoe, IL 60022
$933,684
5
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$525,000
3
3,762
17,859
255 Sylvan Road, Glencoe, IL 60022
$726,000
2
2,209
24,611
251 Sylvan Road, Glencoe, IL 60022
$1,128,566
5
2,437
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