26 Forest Ln South Barrington, IL 60010
Estimated payment $8,699/month
Highlights
- Popular Property
- Lake Front
- Community Lake
- Grove Avenue Elementary School Rated A+
- 1.3 Acre Lot
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
About This Home
Stunning custom brick and stone waterfront estate on 1.3 acres in Forest Knoll. Home features 6 bedrooms and 4.5 baths, the home showcases remarkable architectural details throughout. First floor includes a formal living room and dining room with coffered ceilings, inviting family room with a copper ceiling and turret, large kitchen with a fireplace and breakfast room, private office and three season room. Second floor boasts master suite that is a luxurious retreat with a turret sitting area and its own fireplace both in bedroom and bath - bathroom offers cathedral ceiling, large double vanity and soaker tub. In addition, 4 additional bedrooms on second floor including one that measures 20x35 and could be a fantastic in-law suite with it's own ensuite bath. Large walkout basement with recreation room, bedroom, full bath and exercise room and turret. Recent improvements to home include new roof with 50 year warranty (2017), new carpeting (2025) and two new furnaces and humidifiers (2022). Original windows in home are reflected in price. Lakefront views and inviting outdoor patio and screened in porch, this elegant home seamlessly blends luxury with tranquility in South Barrington.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $18,313
Year Built
- Built in 1995
Lot Details
- 1.3 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 296x422x397
- Lake Front
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
HOA Fees
- $150 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 3 Car Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- English Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Roof
- Stone Siding
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 6,229 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Historic or Period Millwork
- Ceiling Fan
- Skylights
- Fireplace With Gas Starter
- Attached Fireplace Door
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 4 Fireplaces
- Sitting Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Recreation Room
- Bonus Room
- Screened Porch
- Home Gym
- Water Views
- Full Attic
- Home Security System
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Double Oven
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Fireplace in Kitchen
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 6 Bedrooms
- 6 Potential Bedrooms
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Dual Sinks
- Whirlpool Bathtub
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
- Fireplace in Basement
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Tideland Water Rights
- Patio
Schools
- Grove Avenue Elementary School
- Barrington Middle School - Stati
- Barrington High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Well
- Septic Tank
Community Details
- Association fees include lake rights
- Forest Knoll Subdivision
- Community Lake
Listing and Financial Details
- Senior Tax Exemptions
- 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 | $18,313 | $86,767 | $17,694 | $69,073 |
| 2023 | $18,694 | $86,767 | $17,694 | $69,073 |
| 2022 | $18,694 | $91,000 | $17,694 | $73,306 |
| 2021 | $15,463 | $68,152 | $11,796 | $56,356 |
| 2020 | $15,070 | $68,152 | $11,796 | $56,356 |
| 2019 | $14,718 | $75,725 | $11,796 | $63,929 |
| 2018 | $16,015 | $79,726 | $10,321 | $69,405 |
| 2017 | $15,608 | $79,726 | $10,321 | $69,405 |
| 2016 | $16,438 | $86,559 | $10,321 | $76,238 |
| 2015 | $15,204 | $74,883 | $8,847 | $66,036 |
| 2014 | $15,532 | $74,883 | $8,847 | $66,036 |
| 2013 | $17,181 | $86,371 | $8,847 | $77,524 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/07/2025 08/07/25 | For Sale | $1,299,000 | -- | $209 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $1,100,000 | Republic Title Company | |
| Warranty Deed | $1,052,500 | First American Title Ins Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $100,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Open | $304,530 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $303,200 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Closed | $300,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $817,000 | Fannie Mae Freddie Mac | |
| Previous Owner | $189,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $800,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $700,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $500,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Closed | $155,800 | No Value Available |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12440648
APN: 01-24-400-029-0000
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