240 Elm Rd Barrington, IL 60010
Estimated payment $5,828/month
Highlights
- Very Popular Property
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Mature Trees
- Roslyn Road Elementary School Rated A
- Landscaped Professionally
- Viking Appliances
About This Home
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!
Listing Agent
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475126785 Listed on: 12/03/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $14,236
Year Built
- Built in 1928
Lot Details
- 0.37 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 112x143
- Fenced
- Landscaped Professionally
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Mature Trees
Parking
- 3.5 Car Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Asphalt Roof
- Radon Mitigation System
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 3,038 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Built-In Features
- Bookcases
- Bar Fridge
- Historic or Period Millwork
- Beamed Ceilings
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Mud Room
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Library
- Recreation Room
- Wood Flooring
- Partial Basement
Kitchen
- Range with Range Hood
- Microwave
- High End Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Wine Refrigerator
- Viking Appliances
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- Bathroom on Main Level
- Whirlpool Bathtub
- Steam Shower
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
- Home Security System
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
- Fire Pit
- Shed
- Porch
Location
- Property is near a park
Schools
- Roslyn Road Elementary School
- Barrington Middle School-Prairie
- Barrington High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Water Heater
- Water Purifier is Owned
- Water Softener is Owned
Community Details
- Jewel Park Subdivision, Cape Cod Floorplan
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $14,184 | $204,345 | $35,748 | $168,597 |
| 2023 | $16,152 | $193,692 | $33,884 | $159,808 |
| 2022 | $16,152 | $217,300 | $38,333 | $178,967 |
| 2021 | $15,948 | $213,605 | $37,681 | $175,924 |
| 2020 | $15,541 | $212,945 | $37,565 | $175,380 |
| 2019 | $16,243 | $225,085 | $36,574 | $188,511 |
| 2018 | $16,627 | $235,011 | $46,503 | $188,508 |
| 2017 | $16,531 | $230,290 | $45,569 | $184,721 |
| 2016 | $16,298 | $221,603 | $43,850 | $177,753 |
| 2015 | $13,508 | $207,843 | $41,127 | $166,716 |
| 2014 | $9,961 | $154,823 | $44,176 | $110,647 |
| 2012 | $9,780 | $157,484 | $44,935 | $112,549 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/03/2025 12/03/25 | For Sale | $885,000 | +23.8% | $291 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/09/2014 05/09/14 | Sold | $715,000 | -4.7% | $217 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 04/13/2014 04/13/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/30/2014 03/30/14 | Price Changed | $750,000 | -5.7% | $227 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/06/2014 03/06/14 | For Sale | $795,000 | -- | $241 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $715,000 | Chicago Title Insurance Co | |
| Warranty Deed | $550,000 | First American Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $550,000 | First American Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $480,000 | Ticor Title Insurance Compan | |
| Trustee Deed | $391,000 | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $350,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $350,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $265,000 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $82,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12485720
APN: 13-36-112-017
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