2855 Sheridan Pl

Evanston, IL 60201

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Price
6
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7,700 Sq. Ft.
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Description

MOVED TO PRIVATE Step into a piece of history with this beautifully updated and expanded early 20th-century home, seamlessly blending timeless elegance with contemporary comforts. Nestled on a rare .70 acre lot, this northeast Evanston residence offers the perfect blend of classic luxury and modern charm. Built in 1911 for Swedish Ambassador Oscar Haugen, and designed by architect Augustus Nyden, this landmark and Evanston Preservation Award winning home showcases exquisite period details, including...MOVED TO PRIVATE Step into a piece of history with this beautifully updated and expanded early 20th-century home, seamlessly blending timeless elegance with contemporary comforts. Nestled on a rare .70 acre lot, this northeast Evanston residence offers the perfect blend of classic luxury and modern charm. Built in 1911 for Swedish Ambassador Oscar Haugen, and designed by architect Augustus Nyden, this landmark and Evanston Preservation Award winning home showcases exquisite period details, including original hardwoods, barrel ceiling, ornate crown moldings, grand fireplaces and shadowbox staircase, all preserved to maintain the home's historic integrity. Thoughtfully updated to meet today's standards, the home features a tastefully designed kitchen with custom Wood Mode cabinetry, Subzero, Wolf and Miele appliances, and honed granite atop an 11' island. The home boasts expansive rooms perfect for entertaining, including formal living and dining rooms, a family room, and a grand entry foyer evoking images of a bygone era. An office, 4 season porch, mudroom and first floor laundry complete the picture. The second floor features a master suite with a coveted walk-in closet and an ensuite bathroom. The primary bathroom offers spa-like amenities with whirlpool tub and steam shower. Additional bedrooms offer ample space and modern conveniences, with many featuring ensuite bathrooms. The third floor great room has a multitude of uses and includes an additional bedroom with ensuite bath. The exterior is as impressive as the interior, featuring a bluestone patio with firepit and a front patio for entertaining, a restored carriage house converted to a garage with a 2 bed, 1 bath apartment above perfect for guests, au pair, secondary office, studio, guest suite, teen party pad, or rental income. The original Ludowici clay tile roof was replaced during the renovation process with the same Ludowici tiles! Modern technology meets historic charm with an ADT custom home alarm system, low voltage landscape/driveway lighting, Generac natural gas generator, tankless water heaters, 3 a/c units, and 3 sump pumps. Situated in a prestigious neighborhood on arguably one of the best streets in Evanston, the location is in close proximity to Lighthouse Beach, Northwestern U, Wilmette Harbor and offers easy access to top-rated schools, dining, shopping, and cultural landmarks. This unique property is a rare opportunity to own a piece of history without sacrificing modern comforts. Experience the perfect balance of past and present in this extraordinary property.

Property Details for 2855 Sheridan Place

Area
Evanston
Township
Evanston
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Small Duct High Velocity
Num of Interior Fireplaces
3
LISTING UPDATED: 12/18/2025 08:15 PM

Property Details for 2855 Sheridan Place

StatusActive ( Private )
MLS #12532967
Days on Market-
Taxes$55,326 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 3 Stories
Year Built1911
Lot Size0.69 AC / 30,000 SF
CountyCook County

Location

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Building Information for 2855 Sheridan Place

Stories-Year Built1911Building Size-Lot Size0.69 AC / 30,000 SF

Property Information for 2855 Sheridan Place

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 65
  • Elementary School: Orrington Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Haven Middle School
  • High School District: 65
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 65
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Side Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: North, South, East, West
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Bookcases, Historic/Period Mlwk, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room
  • Num Of Rooms: 15
  • Bedrooms Total: 6
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Lake, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Steam Shower,Double Sink,Soaking Tub
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Gas Starter
  • Basement Type: Partially Finished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 6
  • Air Conditioning: Small Duct High Velocity
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Master Bedroom
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Walk In Closet, Recreation Room, Breakfast Room, Foyer, Office, Enclosed Porch, Play Room, Exercise Room
  • Num of Baths: 5.1
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Screened, Patio
  • Type: 3 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Range Hood
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Fire Pit
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2012
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 150 X 200
  • Other Structures: Guest House
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Brick
  • Roof Type: Tile
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: None
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 68
  • Rural: N
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 17X18
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 11X16
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 15X14
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 11X12
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 10X12
Bedroom #6 Information
  • 6th Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bedroom 6
  • Bedroom #6 Room Dimensions: 13X15
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 20X15
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 25X17
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 21X17
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 6X7
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 16X23
Walk In Closet 1 Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Walk In Closet
  • Dimensions: 13X16
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Dimensions: 14X18
Recreation Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Dimensions: 20X29
Play Room Information
  • Room Level: Third
  • Room Type: Play Room
  • Dimensions: 36X32
Office Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
  • Dimensions: 14X17
Enclosed Porch Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Enclosed Porch
  • Dimensions: 14X20
Exercise Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Exercise Room
  • Dimensions: 23X18
Breakfast Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Dimensions: 21X16

Property History for 2855 Sheridan Place

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 15, 2025

Cancelled

MRED #12308339

$3,275,000—
Nov 25, 2025

Contingent

MRED #12308339

—
Jun 30, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12308339

$3,275,000—
Mar 10, 2025

Cancelled

MRED #12184982

$3,500,000—
Jan 17, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12184982

$3,500,000—
Jul 14, 2003

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #122006767

$2,200,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/15/2025

Cancelled

MRED #12308339

$3,275,000
11/25/2025

Contingent

MRED #12308339

—
06/30/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12308339

$3,275,000
03/10/2025

Cancelled

MRED #12184982

$3,500,000
01/17/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12184982

$3,500,000
07/14/2003

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #122006767

$2,200,000

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

Public Records for 2855 Sheridan Place

Taxable ValueLand$90,000Additions$129,344Total$219,344
Tax Record2023$53,577 ($4,465 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths4Total Finished SqFt5,822 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,822 SqFtStories2Lot Size30,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1911CountyCOOKAPN05-35-400-013Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 2855 Sheridan Place

This home is within Evanston Twp Hsd 202 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Orrington Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Haven Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Evanston Twp High School
Public - 9 to 12
M L King Jr Lab Experimental School
Public - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Orrington Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Haven Middle School
Public6 to 8

Evanston Twp High School
Public9 to 12

M L King Jr Lab Experimental School
PublicK to 8

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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More information about 2855 Sheridan Place, Evanston, IL 60201

2855 Sheridan Place is a single family home Coming Soon in Evanston, IL 60201. This listing's school districts are Evanston Central Consolidated School District 65, Evanston Twp Hsd 202 School District. Nearby schools include Orrington Elementary School, Haven Middle School and Evanston Twp High School. 2855 Sheridan Place is a 6-bed, 6-bath, 7,700 sqft single family home built in 1911.

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