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1516 W Sherwin
Chicago, IL 60626

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 / 1 Baths
  • 4,657 Sq. Ft.
  • Built In 1915
Price

$950,000

Est Payment
$5,956 / month (details)  
Taxes
$9,757  
Beds
3  
Baths
2 / 1  
Rooms
8  
Type
Detached Single  
Sq. Ft.
4,657  
Lot Size
50 X 150  
Built
1915  
Neighborhood
Rogers Park  
MLS
#11437107
Status
Sold (8/17/2022)

Property 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, 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

Rooms

Room
Level
Flooring
Size
Living Room
Main
Hardwood
25X13
Dining Room
Main
Hardwood
14X13
Kitchen
Main
Hardwood
14X16
Family Room
Third
Carpet
24X30
Laundry
Basement
13X7
Master Bedroom
Second
Carpet
15X14
Bedroom 2
Second
Hardwood
10X13
Bedroom 3
Second
Hardwood
10X13
Sun Room
Main
Hardwood
20X10
Attic
Second
Other
41X22
Storage
Basement
Other
26X33

Utilities

  • Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Cooling Central Air
  • Water Public
  • Sewer Public Sewer

Additional Information

Interior Features
Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, Walk-In Closet(s)
Exterior Features
Deck, Porch, Brick Paver Patio, Fire Pit, Box Stalls, Workshop
Appliances
Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Gas Cooktop, Range Hood
Parking
2 Parking Spaces (4 Garage Spaces), Off Alley, Garage Door Opener(s), Heated, Owned, Owned, Parking included in price
Schools
District 299

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Listing History

06-16-2022 Listed at $950,000
07-05-2022 Status changed to Under Contract
08-18-2022 Status changed to Closed
08-17-2022 Sold at $950,000
Last Modified 8/18/22 2:32 PM

Nearby Transportation

  • Bus 147 0.2 mi
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  • Bus 22 0.3 mi
  • Bus 201 0.3 mi
  • Bus 97 0.3 mi
  • Bus 96 0.4 mi
  • Bus 155 0.5 mi
  • Bus 151 1.1 mi
  • Bus 36 1.1 mi
  • Bus 49B 1.1 mi
  • Union Pacific North 0.5 mi
  • Red Line < 0.1 mi
  • Yellow Line 0.3 mi
  • Purple Line 0.3 mi
  • ZipCar 0.1 mi
  • I 94 West 4.1 mi
  • I 94 East 4.2 mi
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