$729,950
SOLD JUL 24, 2025
3 Beds
3 Baths
1,964 Sq Ft
8,895 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$372 Per Sq Ft

4% Above List Price

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Den
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Hough Street Elementary School Rated A+
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Breakfast Bar

About This Home

As of July 2025

Welcome to a timeless COLONIAL REVIVAL HOME at 249 West Russell Street in the desirable village of Barrington. This historical home effortlessly balances its original charm with modern updates, offering an elegant living experience. With 3 expansive bedrooms upstairs and 3 full bathrooms, the house provides ample space for comfort and convenience. The updated kitchen includes 42 inch custom cabinets with uplighting and quartz countertops along with a butlers pantry and full walk in pantry. The first floor also includes a private office with a full bathroom that could work as a main level bedroom as well. Walk inside and you'll be greeted by a welcoming foyer and sitting room that wraps around to a formal dining room, perfect for hosting. The home features a spacious living area with a cozy fireplace, perfect for unwinding on cooler evenings. The property also includes a full basement, providing abundant storage and potential for additional living space. Step outside to enjoy the expansive lot and the beautifully maintained landscape. The home is ideally situated close to downtown Barrington, offering the best of both worlds: a serene residential setting with easy access to local amenities. Don't miss the opportunity to experience this elegant and historically significant home.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Cristina Panagopoulos

Compass License #475186042 Listed on: 05/22/2025

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Katie Mischka-Cibulsky

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475115441

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,200

Year Built

  • Built in 1922 | Remodeled in 2019

Lot Details

  • 8,895 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 66x136x65x140

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,964 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump

Schools

  • Hough Street Elementary School
  • Barrington Middle School Prairie
  • Barrington High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Water Softener Leased

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,200

Year Built

Built in 1922 | Remodeled in 2019

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1922
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2019
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Renovated: 2019

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Humidifier
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Log
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Floor Full Bath
  • LivingArea: 1964
  • Other Equipment: Water-Softener Rented, Security System, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump;
  • Room Type: Den, Eating Area, Foyer, Pantry
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Assessed Sq Ft: 1964
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Carpet

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • List Price: 699000
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Hough Street Elementary School
  • High School: Barrington High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Barrington Middle School Prairie
  • Middle/Junior School District: 220

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2042
  • Lot Dimensions: 66X136X65X140
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 8

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 10199.88
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 22, 2025
Closed on
Jul 18, 2025
Sold by
Trace David L and Trace Kathleen J
Bought by
Sander Kelli M and Sander Jeffrey R
Seller's Agent
Cristina Panagopoulos
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Katie Mischka-Cibulsky
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$699,000
Sold Price
$729,950
Premium/Discount to List
$30,950
4.43%
Views
2

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
16.32%
Original Mortgage
$403,317
Outstanding Balance
$403,317
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$335,515

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 3, 2014
Closed on
Oct 7, 2014
Sold by
Bush Robert E and Bush Anna Markley
Bought by
Trace David L and Trace Kathleen J
Seller's Agent
Susan Ferry
Keller Williams Success Realty
Buyer's Agent
Pam Jacobs
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$475,000
Sold Price
$460,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-3.16%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.37%
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
4.12%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $730,000 Chicago Title
Warranty Deed $460,000 Greater Metropolitan Title L
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $403,317 New Conventional
Previous Owner $115,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $200,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $300,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $270,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $25,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $300,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/24/2025 07/24/25 Sold $729,950 +4.4% $372 / Sq Ft
05/25/2025 05/25/25 For Sale $699,000 +52.0% $356 / Sq Ft
10/07/2014 10/07/14 Sold $460,000 -3.2% $234 / Sq Ft
08/16/2014 08/16/14 Pending -- -- --
08/03/2014 08/03/14 For Sale $475,000 -- $242 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $10,200 $49,000 $8,896 $40,104
2023 $9,944 $49,000 $8,896 $40,104
2022 $9,944 $49,000 $8,896 $40,104
2021 $8,659 $38,442 $4,670 $33,772
2020 $8,411 $38,442 $4,670 $33,772
2019 $8,286 $42,809 $4,670 $38,139
2018 $7,647 $38,359 $4,225 $34,134
2017 $8,681 $43,847 $4,225 $39,622
2016 $8,442 $43,847 $4,225 $39,622
2015 $8,177 $37,011 $3,780 $33,231
2014 $7,525 $37,011 $3,780 $33,231
2013 $7,751 $39,684 $3,780 $35,904
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12366060

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 01-01-119-001-0000