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1516 W Sherwin Avenue,Chicago, IL 606261516 W Sherwin AvenueChicagoIL60626
Property Description
Prepare to be 'wowed'! Located just a few blocks from Lake Michigan on one of East Rogers Park's most beautiful streets. This home delivers modern amenities and recent updates through out, in a vintage setting with warm character. A side entry American Foursquare: allowing maximum interior, uninterrupted space with 3 levels of living and a full basement. The 1st floor features a bright enclosed multi-season porch overlooking tree-lined Sherwin, living room with fireplace, 1/2 bath and mud room. Fall in love with this enormous kitchen that boasts skylights and windows overlooking the rear yard! Tons of upgraded cabinetry, granite counters, island with space for bar stools, tiled backsplash and stainless appliances. The 2nd floor has 3 generously sized bedrooms and 2 bathrooms: including a lovely primary suite with a walk-in closet and bathroom with vanity and large shower. The 3rd floor offers a loft space ready to use for another living area, office or convert into 2 bedrooms. The home is dual zoned and both furnaces/a/c's were repalced in last 2 years. This charming home sits on a double wide and extra deep lot (50'x 150') and has an incredible 40', 4 CAR, heated brick garage has its own HVAC and partially finished attic space ideal for a work room. 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. 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.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1516 W Sherwin Ave
General
- Price: $1,100,000
- Taxes: $18,458 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12613580
- Updated: Today (4/10/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Interior
- Basement: Unfinished
- Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Wood-Burning, Gas Starter
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High-End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Gas Cooktop
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom Features: Separate Shower, Double Sink, Soaking Tub
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Other Features: Commuter Train
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Fire Pit, Box Stalls
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 4
- Total Spaces: 6
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Off-Alley, Owned, Garage
Location
- Area: CHI - Rogers Park
- County: Cook
- Township: Rogers Park
- Driving Directions: Sheridan Rd to Sherwin, just West of Greenview.
School Information
- School District: 299
- Elem School District: 299
- Midd School District: 299
- High School District: 299
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: American 4-Sq.
- Architectural Style: American Foursquare
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, 9 ft + pour, Concrete, Storage Space, Walk-Up Access, Full
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 4,600
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1915
- Built Before 1978: Yes
- Remodeled/Updated: 2018
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Workshop
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Oversized Chicago Lot
- Lot Dimensions: 50 x 150
- Fence: Yes
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1915
- Tax Amount: $18,458.4
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 11293130120000
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Schools
Schools serving 1516 W Sherwin Ave
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Gale Elementary Community Academy 1631 West Jonquil Terrace, Chicago, IL 60626 | PK-8 | 0.4 mi |
Sullivan High School, Chicago, IL 6631 North Bosworth Avenue, Chicago, IL 60626 | 9-12 | 0.9 mi |
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Price & Sales History for 1516 W Sherwin Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/10/2026
Listed
$1,100,000
15.79%
MLS
7/28/2022
Sold
$950,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 1516 W Sherwin Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$12,824
9%
$60,778
—
2022
$11,797
2%
$60,778
—
2021
$11,552
18%
$60,778
30%
2020
$9,757
-1%
$46,901
-10%
2019
$9,816
2%
$52,287
—
2018
$9,650
-7%
$52,287
1%
2017
$10,371
6%
$51,550
—
2016
$9,825
10%
$51,550
—
2015
$8,966
11%
$51,550
12%
2014
$8,076
2%
$46,098
—
2013
$7,906
1%
$46,098
—
2012
$7,824
—
$46,098
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1516 W Sherwin Avenue, Chicago, IL 60626 (MLS# 12613580) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 1516 W Sherwin Avenue is currently listed for $1,100,000 and was received on April 10, 2026. Want to learn more about 1516 W Sherwin Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Rogers Park? You can browse all Rogers Park real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.
