On one of Evanston's most picturesque and coveted streets sits this extraordinary landmark residence, beautifully expanded and thoughtfully updated to blend timeless architectural elegance with a modern floor plan and today's comforts. Set on an exceptional .70-acre lot, this special home offers an impressive combination of luxury, space, and charm. The heart of the home is the beautifully designed eat-in kitchen featuring custom cabinetry, Sub-Zero, Wolf and Miele appliances, honed granite countertops, a spectacular 11-foot island plus a breakfast counter and a comfortable banquette with room for all. Open to the family room, this inviting space creates the effortless everyday living and entertaining you are looking for. You'll love the many windows bringing in lots of natural light and the easy access to the outdoor patio and yard. Graciously scaled rooms provide wonderful spaces for hosting, including an elegant formal dining room with a distinctive barrel ceiling and original plaster moldings, and an expansive living room centered around a handsome fireplace. A gorgeous foyer, private home office with custom built-ins, year-round sunroom filled with natural light and overlooking the serene, park-like grounds, mudroom, and spacious laundry room complete the first floor. Upstairs, the luxurious primary suite features an enormous walk-in closet/dressing room and a spa-like bath with double sinks, whirlpool tub, and steam shower. Four additional bedrooms-including two with en-suite baths-offer generous proportions and excellent built-out closet space. The third-floor great room provides incredible flexibility as a second family room, home theater, game room, or recreation space and includes an additional bedroom with an en-suite bath. The thoughtfully renovated lower level features a remarkable room with 10-foot ceilings, two window wells, and a fireplace-an ideal setting for a home gym, theater, recreation room, or studio. The exterior is equally impressive. Professionally designed landscaping surrounds a bluestone patio with firepit, an expansive yard with plenty of room for play, and a welcoming front patio perfect for entertaining. Through the porte-cochere, you'll find a two-car garage, additional parking for several cars, and a rare two-bedroom, one-bath coach house-ideal for guests, an au pair, home office, studio, or potential rental income. Built in 1911 for Swedish Ambassador Oscar Haugen and designed by architect Augustus Nyden, this Evanston Preservation Award-winning home showcases extraordinary original details, including beautiful crown moldings, grand fireplaces, and a striking shadowbox staircase. Meticulously cared for and extensively improved, the home seamlessly incorporates modern updates while honoring its architectural heritage, including a new clay tile roof installed as part of the extensive renovation. All of this is set in a prestigious neighborhood within walking distance of Lighthouse Beach, Northwestern University, Wilmette Harbor, Gillson Park, and Orrington School, with the dining, shopping, and cultural amenities of both Evanston and Wilmette close by plus convenient access to Chicago via Sheridan Road and the Purple Line EL. A truly exceptional Evanston property offering history, architectural distinction, modern luxury, and spectacular grounds. Don't miss this rare opportunity. Love where you live!
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$2,995,000
2855 Sheridan Pl, Evanston, IL 60201
6beds
7,711sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1911
0.69 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$388/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Luxurious primary suiteOriginal plaster moldingsBluestone patio with firepitProfessionally designed landscapingGorgeous foyerGraciously scaled roomsInviting space
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Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12755208
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Walk In Closet, Exercise Room, Breakfast Room, Foyer, Office, Heated Sun Room, Game Room, Mud Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 306 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X17
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X14
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Bedroom 6
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Third
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X15
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X09
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 336 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X16
Exercise room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 640 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 32X20
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 450 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X18
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X14
Game room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Third
- Area: 1116 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 36X31
Other
- Features: Flooring (Stone)
- Level: Main
- Area: 300 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X15
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Island), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 528 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X22
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Stone)
- Level: Main
- Area: 56 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X7
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 558 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 31X18
Mud room
- Features: Flooring (Stone)
- Level: Main
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X06
Office
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X15
Walk in closet
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 255 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X15
Heating
- Natural Gas, Radiant Floor
Cooling
- Small Duct High Velocity
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Historic/Period Mlwk, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Gas Starter, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 8,590
- Total interior livable area: 7,711 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 1,090
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Side Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Fire Pit
Lot
- Size: 0.69 Acres
- Dimensions: 150 X 200
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House
- Parcel number: 05354000130000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1911
- Major remodel year: 2012
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Lake, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Evanston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $388/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,193,450
- Annual tax amount: $57,340
- Date on market: 9/22/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/1/2026 | Listing removed | $2,975,000$386/sqft |
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| 5/14/2026 | Price change | $2,975,000-3.9%$386/sqft |
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| 4/30/2026 | Price change | $3,095,000-2.5%$401/sqft |
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| 4/6/2026 | Price change | $3,175,000-3.1%$412/sqft |
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| 3/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $3,275,000$425/sqft |
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| 12/15/2025 | Listing removed | $3,275,000$425/sqft |
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| 11/26/2025 | Contingent | $3,275,000$425/sqft |
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| 6/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,275,000-6.4%$425/sqft |
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| 3/10/2025 | Listing removed | $3,500,000$454/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12184982 Report a problem | ||
| 1/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,500,000+59.1%$454/sqft |
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| 7/14/2003 | Sold | $2,200,000+86.4%$285/sqft |
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| 1/16/1997 | Sold | $1,180,000$153/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $55,326 +3.3% | $219,345 +0% |
| 2023 | $53,577 +5.9% | $219,344 |
| 2022 | $50,586 +10.6% | $219,344 +26% |
| 2021 | $45,717 +1.2% | $174,056 |
| 2020 | $45,159 +2.9% | $174,056 -8% |
| 2019 | $43,903 -19% | $189,192 -5.2% |
| 2018 | $54,176 +2.7% | $199,512 |
| 2017 | $52,763 +5% | $199,512 |
| 2016 | $50,257 +16.8% | $199,512 +23.4% |
| 2015 | $43,013 +1% | $161,665 |
| 2014 | $42,574 +2.4% | $161,665 |
| 2013 | $41,575 +4.4% | $161,665 -4.8% |
| 2012 | $39,819 +20.9% | $169,824 +3.5% |
| 2009 | $32,935 +4.4% | $164,121 -4% |
| 2008 | $31,554 +5.7% | $170,959 |
| 2007 | $29,852 -5.5% | $170,959 +8.9% |
| 2006 | $31,606 -3.1% | $156,944 |
| 2005 | $32,604 +2.6% | $156,944 |
| 2004 | $31,786 +11.7% | $156,944 +22.5% |
| 2003 | $28,452 +3% | $128,151 |
| 2002 | $27,612 -4.2% | $128,151 |
| 2001 | $28,821 +1.9% | $128,151 +8% |
| 2000 | $28,295 | $118,710 |
| 1999 | -- | $118,710 |
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Neighborhood: 60201
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Orrington Elementary School
- Middle: Haven Middle School
- High: Evanston Twp High School
- District: 65
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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