240 Elm Road, Barrington, Illinois 60010
$885,000
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For Sale
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| Status: | New |
| Sqft: | 3,038 |
| Cost/Sqft: | $291 |
| Beds: | 4 |
| Baths: | 4 |
| Year Built: | 1928 |
| Property Taxes: | $14,236 |
| Days On Market: | 4 |
| Lot Size: | 0,37 |
Description
This magazine worthy, storybook Cape Cod home will take your breath away with its charming shake-shingle exterior, and lives like a true New England style retreat, blending timeless architecture with modern refinement throughout. A bluestone walkway graced by lush perennial gardens invites you to the front covered porch and into a welcoming foyer. Inside, warmth and craftsmanship unfold with beautiful hardwood flooring throughout and sun-filled rooms designed for comfort and connection. The beautiful kitchen update was built for amazing functionality and designed to impress, and features classic white shaker cabinetry, with all new professional-grade appliances recently replaced in 2025 to include SubZero refrigerator & Viking 6-burner gas range and dishwasher, built-in Sharp microwave drawer (2023), brushed brass plumbing fixtures, a fabulous built in coffee & wine bar with U-Line wine refrigerator and custom cabinetry and open to a large dining area graced with on point wallpaper and lighting fixture, built in cupboards and most importantly offering space for everyone-perfect for the home chef. Enjoy multiple living spaces, including a cozy family room with vaulted, paneled ceiling details and fireplace. A very special den/library space was created and designed in 2022 and is lined with beautiful built-in bookcases and library ladder, custom glass French doors, pretty built in picture lighting, ceiling mount light fixture and charming window seats and custom window treatments too. The large main living room has been more recently used as a dedicated home office complete with its own wood burning fireplace, and built in bookcases. Also on the main level there is a powder room and a separate full bath offering an option for turning the library into a flex 5th bedroom should the need arise. Large main level laundry room with built in cabinetry, separate storage closet and new full size LG washer and dryer (2025). Four bedrooms, and two full baths are located on the 2nd level. The primary suite features a pretty Carrera marble bathroom with polished nickel hardware and lighting. Nooks and crannies abound as you turn every corner, sweet surprises greet you in this pristine and quite incredible 1928 Jewel Park / Jewel Tea Executive homestead. Updates include fresh paint, wallpaper and custom window coverings throughout (2022-25), new front door (2025), tankless water heater (2025), Angel water softener & RO System at kitchen sink, upgraded to blown in attic insulation (2024), all bedroom closets have Elfa custom closet organizers, added garage refrigerator (2025), installed new backyard fencing (2025), installed new front porch railing (2023) and new front door (2025). The finished partial basement provides a great space for exercise, playroom or game room, or separate office area with a large walk-in storage room. The oversized 3-car garage features 3 separate beautiful Clopay insulated carriage doors, wireless remote openers, and offers ample space for your cars and for toys. An attached shed in the back offers endless opportunities for your workshop, garden shed or additional storage. Step out to your outdoor oasis which includes a large deck, a large bluestone patio and the new beautiful bluestone fire pit (2025) which includes a gas line (2025), newly fenced rear yard (2025) all create a private and idyllic setting for everyday living and effortless entertaining. Excellent proximity to downtown Barrington's local shopping, fabulous dining and coffee houses, festivals and Farmer's Markets, Metra commuter station offers easy access to Chicago's Ogilvie Train Station. Barrington Area Library and Park District, walking paths and Cuba Marsh Forest Preserve, and the award winning School District 220 : : Roslyn Road Elementary, Prairie Middle and Barrington HS!
Property Specifics
| Single Family | |
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| 1928 | |
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| Cape Cod | |
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| 0.37 |
| Lake | |
| Jewel Park | |
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| 12485720 | |
| 13361120170000 |
Nearby Schools
| NAME: | DISTRICT: | DISTANCE: | |
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Grade School
Roslyn Road Elementary School |
220 | — | |
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Middle School
Barrington Middle School-prairie |
220 | Not in DB | |
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High School
Barrington High School |
220 | Not in DB | |
Property History
| DATE: | EVENT: | PRICE: | SOURCE: |
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| 9 May, 2014 | Sold | $715,000 | MRED MLS |
| 13 Apr, 2014 | Under contract | $750,000 | MRED MLS |
| — | Last price change | $795,000 | MRED MLS |
| 6 Mar, 2014 | Listed for sale | $795,000 | MRED MLS |
| 3 Dec, 2025 | Listed for sale | $885,000 | MRED MLS |
Room Specifics
Total Bedrooms: 4
Bedrooms Above Ground: 4
Bedrooms Below Ground: 0
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Full Bathrooms: 4
Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Steam Shower
Bathroom in Basement: 0
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Other Specifics
| 3.5 | |
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| 112X143 | |
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| Not in DB | |
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Tax History
| Year | Property Taxes |
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| 2014 | $9,780 |
| 2025 | $14,236 |
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