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1040 Shermer Road

Northbrook, IL 60062

5 beds
4 baths
3,248 sqft
$276 per sqft
1925 build
– on site

Classic Bungalow seamlessly combines all the charm of yester-year with today's modern ammenities! Nestled on a spectacular professionally landscaped lot in an amazing location just blocks from downtown and metra! Inviting front porch is the perfect place to welcome your guests or just relax. Main floor offers entertainment size living room and dining room well-appointed with a beautiful fireplace, crown molding and hardwood floors. The sunny updated kitchen is a cook's dream! Loads of 42" white cabnets, granite counters, stainless-steel appliances a prep sink and subway tile! Huge island for casual dining and extra storage is open to the cozy family room with second fireplace and built-ins. Don't miss the stunning renovated full bath! Upstairs you can escape to your large primary suite with dramatic vaulted ceiling, en-suite bath offering a double vanity and a whirlpool tub, 4 walk in closets and a sweet Juliet balcony for enjoying your morning coffee overlooking the expansive back yard! There are 4 additional family bedrooms on this level one with a shared bath perfect for guest or nanny suite. The other 3 bedrooms are served by the hall bath. Cozy loft is a second great hang out space! 3 car garage with 12' ceiling can accomodate a boat or a car lift! Amazing outdoor spaces including a brick paver patio, gorgeous rear yard backs to forest preserve with bike/walking trails! Full basement is great storage, work shop space and has an exit to the garage. Many improvements include new roof 2024, completely renovated main floor bath 2024, 1 new furnace and A/C 2021, newer Anderson Windows, fascia and soffits replaced with maintenance free material. District 28 schools! Move in and start enjoying all the restaurants, shops, parks and festivals Northbrook has to offer!

Listing courtesy of MRED / Coldwell Banker Realty as distributed by MLS GRID

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MLS# 12368248 —

The Building

Year Built:

1925
Rebuilt:

No
New Construction:

false
Construction Materials:

Brick
Architectural Style:

Bungalow
Model:

BUNGALOW
Roof:

Asphalt
Basement:

Unfinished, Full
Foundation Details:

Concrete Perimeter
Exterior Features:

Balcony
Patio And Porch Features:

Patio
Disability Access:

No
Other Equipment:

TV-Cable, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
Living Area Source:

Assessor
Window Features:

Skylight(s)

Interior

Room Type:

Bedroom 5, Loft
Rooms Total:

10
Interior Features:

1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room, Workshop
Fireplaces Total:

2
Fireplace Features:

Wood Burning, Gas Starter
Fireplace Location:

Family Room,Living Room
Laundry Features:

Main Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Sink
Flooring:

Hardwood

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

3248

Location

Directions:

Shermer rd. south of Waukegan to address
Location:

3640

The Property

Parcel Number:

04102000030000
Property Type:

Residential
Location:

A
Lot Features:

Forest Preserve Adjacent, Landscaped, Mature Trees
Lot Size Dimensions:

50X265X253
Rural:

N
Waterfront:

false
Additional Parcels:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2023
Tax Annual Amount:

14266

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

5
Bedrooms Possible:

5

Baths

Baths:

4
Full Baths:

4

The Listing

Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Forced Air, Radiator(s), Sep Heating Systems - 2+
Cooling:

Central Air

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer
Water Source:

Lake Michigan

Appliances

Appliances:

Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Humidifier

Schools

Elementary School:

Meadowbrook Elementary School
Elementary School District:

28
Middle Or Junior School:

Northbrook Junior High School
Middle Or Junior School District:

28
High School:

Glenbrook North High School
High School District:

225

The Community

Community Features:

Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Association Fee Includes:

None
Association Fee Frequency:

Not Applicable
Master Assoc Fee Frequency:

Not Required

Parking

Parking Total:

3
Parking Features:

Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Garage, On Site, Attached
Garage Spaces:

3

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$899,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$4,813
Taxes	$1,188
Insurance	$247
Utilities	$246 See report
Total	$6,494/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
5/21/25 May 21, 2025	Listed / Active	MRED	$899,000

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Similar homes that sold in bidding wars went $53k above asking price on average, but some went as high as $365k over asking price.

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This house located in North Shore, Northbrook, IL 60062 is currently for sale for $899,000. 1040 Shermer Road is a 3,248 square foot house with 5 beds and 4 baths that has been on Estately for 0 days. 1040 Shermer Road is in the North Shore neighborhood of Northbrook and has a WalkScore® of 65, making it somewhat walkable. This house is in the attendance area of Northbrook Junior High School, Meadowbrook Elementary School, and Glenbrook North High School.

Listing courtesy of MRED, Coldwell Banker Realty, and Barbara Rogalla as distributed by MLS GRID.

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