1516 West Sherwin Avenue
1516 West Sherwin Avenue
Chicago, IL 60626
$950,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
2
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
4,657 Sq. Ft.
$204 / Sq. Ft.
4,657
Sq. Ft.
$204
per Sq. Ft.
Closed 8/17/22
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Closed 8/17/22
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Description
Prepare to be 'wowed' with this property! Located steps from the Lake, on one of East Roger Park's most beautiful streets, this home delivers 2022 amenities in a vintage setting with immense character. This fully reconstructed side-entry American Foursquare allows maximum interior uninterrupted space; featuring a bright enclosed multi-season porch overlooking tree-lined Sherwin with a wonderful eye for every detail. A custom fireplace surround with new gas log insert enhances the large living room,...Prepare to be 'wowed' with this property! Located steps from the Lake, on one of East Roger Park's most beautiful streets, this home delivers 2022 amenities in a vintage setting with immense character. This fully reconstructed side-entry American Foursquare allows maximum interior uninterrupted space; featuring a bright enclosed multi-season porch overlooking tree-lined Sherwin with a wonderful eye for every detail. A custom fireplace surround with new gas log insert enhances the large living room, warming up the space in every sense of the word. The reconfigured main level includes a half bath in the entry hallway that is an absolute gem. A large casement opening leads into a fully renovated kitchen, flooded with natural light and adjoining the dining room to create a welcoming space for any occasion. Thoughtfully designed with the best touches of commercial kitchens while maintaining the warmth of a home. Dream kitchen with all brushed stainless appliances including double wall ovens, Bluestar range, double sink with farmhouse front and separate prep. Abundant high-quality cabinets for anything needed to deliver a great experience, seamless Cambria quartz, custom Birch wood cabinets, extra deep and built to allow extra weight carry, 30 inch deep in parts, dual spice cabinet storage. Finishes all reflect the spirit of this home or quality craftsmanship and impeccable design. Pass through a newly added mudroom with tile floors which lead out to a generous backyard. The bedroom level has been reconfigured to allow oversized closets in both guest bedrooms, a completely renovated full bath in hallway, and elegant master bedroom suite with walk-in closet and beautifully finished bright full bath. The top floor has a full-size interior staircase, great ceiling height, and skylights. A large true multi-purpose room; a wonderful family room, guest bedroom, study or convert it into a full floor in-suite. The house sits on a double wide and deep lot and an incredible 40', 4 CAR, heated brick garage has its own HVAC. The original roof of the garage was completely replaced with a full-length gable roof to create a maximum allowable height, a full-length, second-floor with incredible potential. The roof is insulated with closed cell spray foam and 5/8" fire-rated drywall; as a result, the second floor is cool in the summer, and warm on the winter. The garage is divided by a wall into a three-car heated workspace (easily converted back to garage space) and a one-car garage (with an optional 220v electric car outlet available). The garage also includes a 100amp service, glass block security side windows, insulated garage doors, and a wide custom internal stairway to the second floor. The alley side garage apron has room for two additional parked cars making for a total of SIX parking spaces! This a dream come true for anyone needing an auxiliary building for a home shop, car collecting, kids hangout or small business and you don't have to pay 100,000 to build it yourself. The basement is full of potential, full size, unfinished lower level has been dug down to allow 7 feet and 5 inches in height, original beam have been replaced with steel beam supports. Open space allows for all of your ideas, currently used as laundry, home gym and additional storage. This home has been recently tuckpointed. Redesigned exterior space features a low-maintenance composite deck and pavers surrounding a large fire pit. Enjoy full privacy with a new custom cedar fence surround, oversized metal gates provide an elegant look while allowing easy access for deliveries. Lush garden beds designed for sequential flowering plants and bushes surrounds an expansive back lawn This fabulous property is steps to restaurants, pubs, coffee shops, the lakefront; immediate access to the Red Line and buses on Sheridan. Minutes to Lake Shore Drive, Andersonville and Downtown Evanston. A wonderful opportunity and a very special home.
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Property Details for 1516 West Sherwin Avenue
Area
CHI - Rogers Park
TownshipRogers Park
OwnershipFee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces4.0
Num Of Parking Spaces2.0
Num Of Cars6.0
Parking Included in PriceYes
Num of Interior Fireplaces1
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LISTING UPDATED: 08/20/2022 03:04 AM
Property Details for 1516 West Sherwin Avenue
| Status | Closed |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 11437107 |
| Days on Market | 62 |
| Taxes | $9,757 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Detached Single / 3 Stories |
| Year Built | 1915 |
| Lot Size | 0.17 AC / 7,500 SF |
| County | Cook County |
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Building Information for 1516 West Sherwin Avenue
Stories-Year Built1915Building Size-Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,500 SF
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$5,998 per month
30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest
Principal and Interest
$5,185
Property Taxes
$813
HOA Dues
$0
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Property Information for 1516 West Sherwin Avenue
General Information
School Information
- Elementary School District: 299
- High School District: 299
- Middle Or Junior School District: 299
Addtl Parking Information
- Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Heated
- Garage On Site: true
- Garage Ownership: Owned
- Garage Type: Detached
- Parking: Garage, Space/s
- Parking Details: Off Alley
- Parking On Site: true
- Parking Ownership: Owned
Taxes and HOA Information
- Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
Property Information
Interior Features
- Interior Property Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Num Of Rooms: 8
- Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
- Attic: Finished,Full,Interior Stair
- Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink,Soaking Tub
- Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Starter
- Basement Type: Full
- Bedrooms Possible: 3
- Air Conditioning: Central Air
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Basement Description: Unfinished, 9 ft + pour, Concrete (Basement), Storage Space, Walk-Up Access
- Dining Room: Separate
- Basement Bathrooms: No
- Fireplace Location: Living Room
- Room Type: Sun Room, Attic, Storage
- Num of Baths: 2.1
Exterior Features
- Type: 3 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
- Sewer: Sewer-Public
- Water: Public
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Range Hood, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Gas Cooktop
Property/Lot Information
- Exterior Property Features: Deck, Porch, Brick Paver Patio, Fire Pit, Box Stalls, Workshop
- New Construction YN: No
- Rebuilt: No
- Rehabilitated: Yes
- Rehab Year: 2018
- 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 Description: Fenced Yard
- Lot Size: Oversized Chicago Lot
- Lot Dimensions: 50 X 150
- Zero Lot Line: No
- Waterfront: No
- Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
- Exterior Building Type: Brick
- Roof Type: Asphalt
- General Information: Commuter Train
- North Coordinate: 7300
- South Coordinate: 0
- East Coordinate: 0
- West Coordinate: 1516
- Living Area Source: Taped
- Assessor Square Footage: 2147
- Lot Size Source: County Records
Property and Assessments
- Public Document Count: 4
- Document Date: 2022-06-08T21:10:04
- Photos Count: 92
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
- Virtual Tour: None
- Additional Media Type 1: Video
- Additional Media URL 1: https://youtu.be/EjRMZLK-Q5Y
- Virtual Tour YN: No
- Virtual Tour Date: 06-16-2022
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
- Master Bedroom Level: Second
- Room Type: Master Bedroom
- Master Bedroom Bath: Full
- Master Bedroom Dimensions: 15X14
Bedroom #2 Information
- 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
- Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 10X13
Bedroom #3 Information
- 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
- Room Type: Bedroom 3
- Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 10X13
Dining Room Information
- Dining Room Level: Main
- RoomType_DR: Dining Room
- Dining Room Dimensions: 14X13
Family Room Information
- Family Room Level: Third
- RoomType_FR: Family Room
- Family Room Dimensions: 24X30
Kitchen Information
- Kitchen Level: Main
- RoomType_KT: Kitchen
- Kitchen Dimensions: 14X16
Laundry Information
- Laundry Level: Basement
- Room Type: Laundry
- Laundry Dimensions: 13X7
Living Room Information
- Living Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Living Room
- Living Room Dimensions: 25X13
Storage Room 1 Information
- Room Level: Basement
- Room Type: Storage
- Deck Dimensions: 26X33
Attic Room Information
- Room Level: Second
- Room Type: Attic
- Deck Dimensions: 41X22
Sun Room Information
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Sun Room
- Deck Dimensions: 20X10
Property History for 1516 West Sherwin Avenue
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For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 1516 West Sherwin Avenue
Taxable ValueLand$13,500Additions$47,278Total$60,778
Tax Record2022$11,797 ($983 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,147 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,147 SqFtStories2Lot Size7,500 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1913CountyCOOKAPN11-29-313-012Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace
Schools near 1516 West Sherwin Avenue
This home is within City Of Chicago School District 299.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Charter - | 6 to 12 | |||
| Charter - | K to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Gale Elementary Community Academy PublicPK to 8 | ||
Sullivan High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Chicago Math & Sci Elementary Charter Charter6 to 12 | ||
Acero Chtr Sor Juana Ines de la CharterK to 12 |
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