959 Sheridan Rd

$5,750,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
7,800 Sq. Ft.
$737 / Sq. Ft.
7,800
Sq. Ft.
$737
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Experience Coastal Elegance on Lake Michigan, perfectly situated on 1 acre in East Highland Park with 100 feet of private sandy beach. All bluff work just completed by top north shore engineers! Wake up to breathtaking sunrises and UNOBSTRUCTED lake views from every window in this stunning home, designed to blend luxury and comfort seamlessly. Inside, soaring ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows on the lake-facing side flood the home with natural light, evoking the airy feel of resort living. The...Experience Coastal Elegance on Lake Michigan, perfectly situated on 1 acre in East Highland Park with 100 feet of private sandy beach. All bluff work just completed by top north shore engineers! Wake up to breathtaking sunrises and UNOBSTRUCTED lake views from every window in this stunning home, designed to blend luxury and comfort seamlessly. Inside, soaring ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows on the lake-facing side flood the home with natural light, evoking the airy feel of resort living. The chef's kitchen is a showstopper, featuring stonework throughout including NEW sea-glass blue tiles reminiscent of the water's hues, a NEW Wolf 60-inch range, high-end appliances, island seating, a NEWLY designed walk-in pantry, and a spacious breakfast room all flanked with NEW light fixtures throughout. The open great room is stunning with the limestone fireplace, NEW built-in design, and walls of windows overlooking the lake with NEW smart-home shades. The first-floor office boasts exquisite millwork and opens to a serene bluestone patio with NEW gazebo and water views. Upstairs, spacious en suite bedrooms offer walk-in closets, designer touches with NEW wallcoverings, and spa-like bathrooms with heated floors. The lower level is an entertainer's dream, featuring a custom kitchenette/wet bar, home theater with NEW speakers and NEW plush carpet, exercise room with NEW gym flooring, cozy playroom, and a family room overlooking the heated indoor pool with NEW cover and NEW jets. Step outside to enjoy the NEWLY designed NEW heated front courtyard and driveway, NEW stone wall, firepit area, and a NEWLY engineered staircase with wide steps leading to the beach. Better yet, take the NEW 4-person electric tram for effortless access. The NEW bluff has been completely redone ensuring maintenance-free enjoyment. Other amenities include NEW paint in every room, NEW smart home Lutron system, security system, and backup generator. This extraordinary estate offers ONE OF THE BEST North Shore SAND BEACH luxury lifestyle, just steps from Ravinia Festival, Rosewood Beach, premier shops, parks, and only 30 minutes from Chicago's Michelin-starred dining, renowned art museums, and international airport. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own your slice of Lake Michigan paradise!
  1. Listed by Kelly Dunn Rynes • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
    P: (847)-987-6296 C: (847)-987-6296 Kelly@ChicagoToTheNorthShore.com

Sold By KOMAR

Property Details for 959 Sheridan Road

Area
Highland Park
Township
Moraine
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
3.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
3.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air, Zoned
Num of Interior Fireplaces
4
LISTING UPDATED: 07/17/2025 09:52 AM

Property Details for 959 Sheridan Road

StatusClosed
MLS #12275847
Days on Market34
Taxes$119,275 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built2008
Lot Size0.93 AC / 40,715 SF
CountyLake County
Add your commute

Building Information for 959 Sheridan Road

Stories-Year Built2008Building Size-Lot Size0.93 AC / 40,715 SF

Payment Calculator

$38,352 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$28,413

Property Taxes

$9,940

HOA Dues

$0

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property Information for 959 Sheridan Road

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 112
  • Elementary School: Ravinia Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Edgewood Middle School
  • High School District: 113
  • High School: Highland Park High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 112
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Asphalt, Brick Driveway, Heated Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: East, West
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Wet Bar, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Coffered Ceiling(s), Open Floorplan, Special Millwork, Separate Dining Room, Pantry
  • Num Of Rooms: 14
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Door Features: French Doors,Storm Door(s)
  • Window Features: Bay Window(s),Blinds,Double Pane Windows,Curtains/Drapes,Insulated Windows,Plantation Shutters,Screens,Shutters,Storm Window(s),Shades,Window Treatments
  • Community Features: Park, Lake, Water Rights, Curbs, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Attic: Pull Down Stair
  • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Gas Starter
  • Basement Type: Finished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 5
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air, Zoned
  • Electric: Service - 400 Amp or Greater
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Master Bedroom,Basement
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Breakfast Room, Exercise Room, Foyer, Mud Room, Office, Pantry, Play Room, Screened Porch, Storage, Theatre Room, Utility Room-Lower Level, Walk In Closet, Other Room
  • Num of Baths: 7.1
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Pool Features: Indoor
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan, Public
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Refrigerator-Bar, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Wine Cooler/Refrigerator, Range Hood, Front Controls on Range/Cooktop, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Humidifier
  • Other Equipment: Security System, Fire Sprinklers, CO Detectors, Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Backup Sump Pump;, Generator, Multiple Water Heaters, Security Cameras, Water Heater-Gas
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Balcony, Fire Pit, Lighting
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2022
  • Built Before 1978: No
  • Age: 16-20 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Description: Landscaped Professionally, Water Rights, Mature Trees, Garden, Views
  • Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
  • Lot Dimensions: 100X330
  • Other Structures: Pergola, See Remarks
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Stone, Limestone
  • Roof Type: Slate
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train
  • Living Area Source: Builder
  • Assessor Square Footage: 9354
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 2
  • Document Date: 2025-03-31T14:21:47
  • Green Supporting Documents: N
  • Photos Count: 89
  • Rural: N
  • OpenHouse Count: 1
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, Double Sink, Tub & Separate Shwr
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 27X18
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 14X16
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 14X16
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 13X16
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 18X16
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 13X19
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 18X27
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 17X18
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Second
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 13X8
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 13X19
Storage Room 1 Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Storage
  • Dimensions: 5X5
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Dimensions: 14X26
Play Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Play Room
  • Dimensions: 12X12
Mud Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Mud Room
  • Dimensions: 14X5
Office Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
  • Dimensions: 14X19
Pantry Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Pantry
  • Dimensions: 9X11
Exercise Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Exercise Room
  • Dimensions: 13X12
Breakfast Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Dimensions: 12X21
Theatre Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Theatre Room
  • Dimensions: 19X22

Property History for 959 Sheridan Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 17, 2025

Sold

MRED #12275847

$5,750,000
Jul 10, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1905127847

$5,750,000

+9.4% / yr

May 4, 2025

Pending

MRED #12275847

May 4, 2025

Contingent

MRED #12275847

Apr 1, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12275847

$5,750,000
Mar 18, 2022

Sold

MRED #10384989

$4,275,000
Mar 17, 2022

Sold

MRED #10384989

$4,250,000
Mar 17, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1486782736

$4,275,000

+4.7% / yr

Feb 16, 2022

Pending

MRED #10384989

Jan 31, 2022

Contingent

MRED #10384989

Jan 31, 2022

Pending

MRED #10384989

Jan 30, 2022

Contingent

MRED #10384989

Nov 11, 2020

Listed (Active)

MRED #10384989

$5,975,000
Aug 27, 2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #143333360

$1,895,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/17/2025

Sold

MRED #12275847

$5,750,000
07/10/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1905127847

$5,750,000

+9.4% / yr

05/04/2025

Pending

MRED #12275847

05/04/2025

Contingent

MRED #12275847

04/01/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12275847

$5,750,000
03/18/2022

Sold

MRED #10384989

$4,275,000
03/17/2022

Sold

MRED #10384989

$4,250,000
03/17/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1486782736

$4,275,000

+4.7% / yr

02/16/2022

Pending

MRED #10384989

01/31/2022

Contingent

MRED #10384989

01/31/2022

Pending

MRED #10384989

01/30/2022

Contingent

MRED #10384989

11/11/2020

Listed (Active)

MRED #10384989

$5,975,000
08/27/2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #143333360

$1,895,000

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

Public Records for 959 Sheridan Road

Taxable ValueLand$514,235Additions$1,003,052Total$1,517,287
Tax Record2024$119,275 ($9,940 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths9Total Finished SqFt6,861 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt6,861 SqFtStories2Lot Size40,716 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2008CountyLAKEAPN16-25-405-006Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 959 Sheridan Road

This home is within Twp Hsd 113 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Ravinia Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Edgewood Middle School
Public6 to 8

Highland Park High School
Public9 to 12

Red Oak Elementary School
PublicK to 5

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.

Neighborhood Map and Transit

Similar Homes

Similar Sold Homes

No guarantee, warranty or representation of any kind is made regarding the completeness or accuracy of descriptions or measurements (including square footage measurements and property condition), such should be independently verified, and Compass, Inc., its subsidiaries, affiliates and their agents and associated third parties expressly disclaims any liability in connection therewith. Photos may be virtually staged or digitally enhanced and may not reflect actual property conditions. Offers of compensation are subject to change at the discretion of the seller. No financial or legal advice provided. Equal Housing Opportunity. Subject to change at any time. Compass makes no guarantee, warranty or representation regarding the accuracy of any waterfront feature, water view or waterfront view.

Listing Courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

Based on information from one of the following Multiple Listing Services: Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (\"MRED\"), MRED PLN GRID, Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association and NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS. Information being provided is for the visitor’s personal, noncommercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties visitor may be interested in purchasing. The data contained herein is copyrighted by Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (\"MRED\"), MRED PLN GRID, Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association and NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS is protected by all applicable copyright laws. Any dissemination of this information is in violation of copyright laws and is strictly prohibited. Property information referenced on this web site comes from the Internet Data Exchange (IDX) program of the MLS. This web site may reference real estate listing(s) held by a brokerage firm other than the broker and/or agent who owns this web site. For the avoidance of doubt, the accuracy of all information, regardless of source, is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and should be personally verified through personal inspection by and/or with the appropriate professionals. Properties displayed may be listed or sold by various participants in the MLS. Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 07/17/2025 09:52 AM. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.