$457,000
SOLD MAY 30, 2025

526 S Circle Ave Unit 4 Port Barrington, IL 60010

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,584 Sq Ft
0.37 Acres

Recently Sold

$177 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Property is near a park
  • Wood Flooring
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Double Shower
  • 4-minute walk to Ray Pregenzer Park and Beach

About This Home

As of May 2025

Welcome to 526 South Circle Avenue in Port Barrington, IL-a charming two story home with 4/5 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, brimming with personality and comfort. As you approach, you'll be greeted by an inviting wrap-around porch, perfect for enjoying a relaxing afternoon. Step inside to discover a spacious 2,584 square feet of living space, featuring a gourmet kitchen that will delight any home chef. Custom cabinetry, a walk-in pantry, and high-end appliances, including a Viking 6-burner double oven with a professional hood, a built-in KitchenAid stainless refrigerator, a Viking warming drawer, and a garbage compactor, make this kitchen a culinary dream.The large family room boasts vaulted, beamed ceilings and a cozy wood-burning stove, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. On the first floor, you'll also find a bedroom with an attached half bath and an additional room that can serve as an office or a fifth bedroom.The primary bedroom upstairs is a true retreat, featuring a vaulted ceiling, a spacious sitting area, and a large walk-in closet. The primary bath offers a soaker tub and a separate shower. Two more bedrooms, full bath and laundry room complete the 2nd floor. The unfinished basement, with its high ceilings, provides endless possibilities for customization and include a workshop and a staircase leading to the exterior. Outside, you will find a fantastic lot featuring a large patio, a playhouse, a shed, and a 2.5-car garage. The backyard backs up to a neighborhood park with a path, adding to the outdoor enjoyment. Conveniently located across the street from a boat ramp with access to the Fox River and locks, this home offers both tranquility and fun. New roof (2024), New well tank (2023), Tankless water heater (2020), New furnaces and ac (2020+2021). Don't miss out on this exceptional property!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Judy Bruce

Compass License #475159765 Listed on: 03/20/2025

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,259

Year Built

  • Built in 1972

Lot Details

  • 0.37 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 98x130x118x128

Parking

  • 2.5 Car Garage
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture

Interior Spaces

  • 2,584 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Central Vacuum
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Breakfast Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den
  • Play Room
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Cooktop with Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • High End Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Trash Compactor
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Potential Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Soaking Tub
  • Double Shower
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Shed

Location

  • Property is near a park

Schools

  • Cotton Creek Elementary School
  • Matthews Middle School
  • Wauconda Community High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Well
  • Water Softener is Owned

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,259

Year Built

Built in 1972

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Colonial
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1972
  • Age: 51-60 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Range Hood, Humidifier
  • Basement: Unfinished, Full, Walk-Out Access
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning Stove
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan, 1st Floor Full Bath
  • LivingArea: 2584
  • Other Equipment: Water-Softener Owned, Central Vacuum, Ceiling Fan(s), Fan-Attic Exhaust, Backup Sump Pump;
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Breakfast Room, Den, Play Room
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Assessed Sq Ft: 2584
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Shower,Soaking Tub
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Other
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Carpet

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • List Price: 469900
  • OtherStructures: Other, Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2.5

Utilities

  • Sewer: Storm Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+, Zoned
  • Laundry Features: Upper Level
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Park
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Cotton Creek School
  • High School: Wauconda Community High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Matthews Middle School
  • Middle/Junior School District: 118

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.3712
  • Lot Dimensions: 98X130X118X128
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 2
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 9258.58
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 12, 2018
Closed on
Feb 5, 2019
Sold by
Phillippi Patrick and Kunkle Sharon
Bought by
Barker Cody and Barker Elizabeth
Seller's Agent
Donna Miller
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Betsy Phillips
Compass
List Price
$290,000
Sold Price
$280,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-3.45%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.14%
Original Mortgage
$224,000
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $280,000 First American Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $150,000 New Conventional
Closed $224,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $167,547 New Conventional
Previous Owner $195,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $194,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $275,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/30/2025 05/30/25 Sold $457,000 -2.7% $177 / Sq Ft
03/30/2025 03/30/25 For Sale $469,900 +67.8% $182 / Sq Ft
02/14/2019 02/14/19 Sold $280,000 -3.4% $108 / Sq Ft
12/28/2018 12/28/18 Pending -- -- --
12/12/2018 12/12/18 For Sale $290,000 -- $112 / 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
2023 $9,578 $117,861 $15,009 $102,852
2022 $8,307 $86,462 $13,546 $72,916
2021 $7,999 $80,550 $12,620 $67,930
2020 $8,017 $82,043 $7,578 $74,465
2019 $7,981 $78,525 $7,253 $71,272
2018 $7,428 $72,540 $6,700 $65,840
2017 $7,116 $68,337 $6,312 $62,025
2016 $6,832 $64,094 $5,920 $58,174
2013 -- $76,404 $5,522 $70,882
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12317479

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 20-05-203-018