Sold266d on market
959 Sheridan Rd
Highland Park, IL, 60035 • 60035 • Lake County
$5,750,000
$737/sqft
5Beds
8Baths
7,800Sqft
0.93 acLot
2008Built
Property DNA
Waterfront Property
Beach Access, Lake Front, Lake Privileges, Waterfront
Scenic Views
Water · Back of Property
Enhanced Security
Security System · Fire Sprinkler System · Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Outdoor Living
Patio
4 Fireplaces
Gas Log · Gas Starter · Family Room · Living Room · Master Bedroom · Basement
Special Features
Pergola · See Remarks
3-Car Garage
Asphalt · Brick Driveway · Heated Driveway · Garage Door Opener · Heated Garage · Garage · On Site · Garage Owned · Attached
Premium Finishes
Walk-In Closet(s)
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
197 views
People checking out this listing
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Buyers have saved this home
266 days on market
Established listing
$737/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 2008
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!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights limestone fireplace, indoor pool, and private sandy beach as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$37,502/month
Principal & Interest$29,836
Property Tax$5,750
Insurance$1,917
Down payment20% ($1,150,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.75% rate · 30yr fixed · $4,600,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built2008
HeatingNatural Gas, Radiant, Zoned, Radiant Floor
CoolingCentral Air, Zoned
Parking3 Attached Garage spaces
Lot0.93 Acres
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
Year built2008
Stories2
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas, Radiant, Zoned, Radiant Floor
CoolingCentral Air, Zoned
RoofSlate
ConstructionStone, Limestone
Water / SewerLake Michigan, Public / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingAsphalt, Brick Driveway, Heated Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached
Garage3 spaces
BasementFinished,Full
Fireplaces4
FencingFenced
Lot0.93 Acres
Location & Tax
Neighborhood60035
Annual tax$119,275
Parcel1625405006
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths7
Features & details
20 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
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
Appliances
Double Oven
Microwave
Dishwasher
High End Refrigerator
Bar Fridge
Freezer
Washer
Dryer
Disposal
Wine Refrigerator
Range Hood
Front Controls on Range/Cooktop
Gas Cooktop
Gas Oven
Humidifier
Multiple Water Heaters
Gas Water Heater
Flooring
Hardwood
Carpet
Heating
Natural Gas
Radiant
Zoned
Radiant Floor
Cooling
Central Air
Zoned
Laundry
Upper Level
Gas Dryer Hookup
Laundry Closet
Multiple Locations
Sink
Fireplace
Gas Log
Gas Starter
Family Room
Living Room
Master Bedroom
Basement
Windows
Screens
Window Treatments
Drapes
Insulated Windows
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Exterior
Balcony
Fire Pit
Lighting
Parking
Asphalt
Brick Driveway
Heated Driveway
Garage Door Opener
Heated Garage
Garage
On Site
Garage Owned
Attached
Construction
Stone
Limestone
Patio & Porch
Patio
Lot Features
Landscaped
Water Rights
Mature Trees
Garden
Views
Community
Park
Lake
Water Rights
Curbs
Street Lights
Street Paved
Security
Security System
Fire Sprinkler System
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Closed Circuit Camera(s)
Views
Water
Back of Property
Pool Features
Indoor
Other Equipment
Sump Pump
Sprinkler-Lawn
Backup Sump Pump;
Generator
Other Structures
Pergola
See Remarks
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Second27×18 ft486 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)Window Treatments (Curtains/DrapesWindow Treatments)Bathroom (FullDouble SinkTub & Separate Shwr)
Bedroom2
Second14×16 ft224 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
Bedroom3
Second14×16 ft224 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
Bedroom4
Second13×16 ft208 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)Window Treatments (Shutters)
Bedroom5
Second18×16 ft288 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)Window Treatments (Shutters)
Breakfast Room
Main12×21 ft252 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market266
Est. value$5,937,900
Est. rent$7,921/mo
Tax rate2.60%
Price/sqft$737
On marketApr 1, 2025
PostedApr 1, 2025
Last sold$5,750,000
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedJul 17, 2025
Tour days6
Views197
Favorites1
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3 schools rated nearby
Location
Highland Park, IL, 60035
Price history
13 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Jul 17, 2025Sold$5,750,000$737MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jul 15, 2025Pending Sale$5,750,000$737MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Apr 18, 2025Contingent$5,750,000$737MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Apr 1, 2025Listed For Sale$5,750,000$737MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 18, 2022Sold$4,275,000$548MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Feb 16, 2022Pending Sale$4,475,000$574MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jan 19, 2021Listing Removed——MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 10, 2020Price Change$4,975,000$638@properties
Feb 8, 2020Price Change$5,275,000$676@properties
Oct 31, 2019Price Change$5,475,000$702@properties
Jul 29, 2019Price Change$5,675,000$728@properties
May 18, 2019Listed For Sale$5,975,000$766@properties
Sep 23, 2004Sold$1,895,000$243Public Record
Sold$5,750,000
Jul 17, 2025•$737/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$5,750,000
Jul 15, 2025•$737/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$5,750,000
Apr 18, 2025•$737/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$5,750,000
Apr 1, 2025•$737/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$4,275,000
Mar 18, 2022•$548/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$4,475,000
Feb 16, 2022•$574/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listing Removed—
Jan 19, 2021•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$4,975,000
Mar 10, 2020•$638/sqft•@properties
Price Change$5,275,000
Feb 8, 2020•$676/sqft•@properties
Price Change$5,475,000
Oct 31, 2019•$702/sqft•@properties
Price Change$5,675,000
Jul 29, 2019•$728/sqft•@properties
Listed For Sale$5,975,000
May 18, 2019•$766/sqft•@properties
Sold$1,895,000
Sep 23, 2004•$243/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
22 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2023$119,275$1,517,287
Apr 10, 2022$104,239$1,367,664
Apr 10, 2021$96,157$1,163,528
Apr 10, 2020$93,044$1,124,725
Apr 10, 2019$89,893$1,119,463
Apr 10, 2018$96,658$1,294,677
Apr 10, 2017$96,658$1,287,211
Apr 10, 2016$90,549$1,225,448
Apr 10, 2015$96,128$1,138,575
Apr 10, 2014$98,494$1,208,943
Apr 10, 2012$95,711$1,215,996
Apr 10, 2011$105,756$1,423,500
Apr 10, 2010$73,112$1,118,146
Apr 10, 2009$71,187$1,184,979
Apr 10, 2008$32,946$568,524
Apr 10, 2006$38,925$715,525
Apr 10, 2005$36,899—
Apr 10, 2004$36,645—
Apr 10, 2003$34,591—
Apr 10, 2002$36,299—
Apr 10, 2001$36,048$528,468
Apr 10, 2000$33,684$463,532
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Local context around this listing
Highland Park, IL • Lake County
Nearby cities
AntiochBuffalo GroveGurneeHighland ParkLibertyvilleMundeleinRound Lake BeachVernon Hills
Nearby zip codes
60035
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