The "Crown Jewel" of South Barrington's classic Willow Bay subdivision. 45 Willow Bay Drive is the largest luxury estate situated on the largest lot (1.7 acres) that leads to a cul-de-sac and prime location next to a beautiful pond with sensational EAST views offering peace and tranquility. Priced to sell below appraised value of $1.45M! Bring your designers to update as you like. Arrive on your new circular drive to explore this custom-built home by a Barrington area luxury builder who has overseen 20,000+ new construction homes over a 30-year career. This spectacular All-Brick mansion features 5,723 sq. ft. living above grade plus a 2,963 sq. ft. finished basement. Walk into the stunning foyer with a glorious chandelier. Entertain in your family room with 20 ft. soaring ceilings, formal living room, dining room, first floor bedroom with ensuite bathroom (currently utilized as an office) and a spacious den. Chef's kitchen beautifully remodeled with custom cabinets, granite counters and stainless appliances with a secondary prep kitchen on the main floor and a third kitchenette in the basement. The second floor offers the functionality of four bedrooms with a primary suite and spacious flex room and 5th bedroom in the lower level. Perfect home to entertain with a deck and plush backyard. Close to the Arboretum of South Barrington, Community Park and I-90. Downtown Barrington Metra, shops and boutiques just five minutes away. IMPROVEMENTS & UPGRADES: "BRAND NEW" Driveway (2025) + NEW Pella Windows (2025) + NEW "Davinci Roof" (2020) + NEW Oak wood Floors on 2nd Level (2024) + NEW Brazilian Cherry Floors in Primary Suite & Junior Suite (2023) + Junior Suite Bathroom (2023) + NEW Furnace (2023) + NEW Hot Water Tank (2022). Live the good life at 45 Willow Bay Drive!
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$1,335,000
45 Willow Bay Dr, South Barrington, IL 60010
5beds
8,683sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1997
1.7 Acres Lot
$1,360,600 Zestimate®
$154/sqft
$6,816 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,360,600
$1.22M - $1.51M
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Largest luxury estateAll-brick mansionPrimary suiteFlex roomSensational east viewsPlush backyardGranite counters
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Listed by:
Steve McEwen 312-307-9470,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
Syed Fahd
Habloft LLC
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12490257
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 5, Breakfast Room, Foyer, Sitting Room, Loft, Bonus Room, Recreation Room, Game Room, Kitchen, Den
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 432 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X27
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X15
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X15
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X16
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X13
Bonus room
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Second
- Area: 406 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X29
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X18
Den
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X13
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X18
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 520 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X26
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 255 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X17
Game room
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 418 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X19
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Island), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X16
Kitchen 2nd
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X13
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 36 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X6
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 448 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X28
Loft
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X18
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 1058 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X46
Sitting room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 256 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X16
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Range Hood
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Closet
Features
- Vaulted Ceiling(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Finished,9 ft + pour,Rec/Family Area,Sleeping Area,Storage Space,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Gas Starter, Family Room, Basement
Interior area
- Total structure area: 8,684
- Total interior livable area: 8,683 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Asphalt, Circular Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 4
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Side(s) of Property
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Side(s) of Property
- Waterfront features: Lake Front
Lot
- Size: 1.7 Acres
- Dimensions: 96 x 310 x 110 x 381
- Features: Corner Lot, Cul-De-Sac
Details
- Parcel number: 01342020270000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1997
- Major remodel year: 2014
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Lake
- Subdivision: Willow Bay
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Other
- HOA fee: $600 annually
Location
- Region: South Barrington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $154/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $913,510
- Annual tax amount: $22,139
- Date on market: 10/11/2025
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/13/2026 | Sold | $1,335,000-4.3%$154/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12490257 Report a problem | ||
| 2/18/2026 | Contingent | $1,395,000$161/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12490257 Report a problem | ||
| 10/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,395,000$161/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12490257 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $19,438 -12.2% | $91,351 -9.6% |
| 2023 | $22,139 +3% | $100,999 |
| 2022 | $21,500 +21.8% | $100,999 +36% |
| 2021 | $17,649 +3% | $74,276 |
| 2020 | $17,142 -2% | $74,276 -13.7% |
| 2019 | $17,486 -24% | $86,063 -21.1% |
| 2018 | $23,015 +2.7% | $109,122 |
| 2017 | $22,410 +5.2% | $109,122 |
| 2016 | $21,302 +15% | $109,122 +23.5% |
| 2015 | $18,517 +0.5% | $88,344 |
| 2014 | $18,423 +4.8% | $88,344 |
| 2013 | $17,586 -3.6% | $88,344 -7.8% |
| 2012 | $18,246 +4.7% | $95,802 |
| 2011 | $17,426 +6.9% | $95,802 |
| 2010 | $16,297 -8.8% | $95,802 -13.3% |
| 2009 | $17,869 +13.3% | $110,495 -4% |
| 2008 | $15,775 +1.7% | $115,099 |
| 2007 | $15,508 +3.4% | $115,099 +10.6% |
| 2006 | $15,000 +1% | $104,056 |
| 2005 | $14,845 +3.8% | $104,056 |
| 2004 | $14,303 +27.3% | $104,056 +48.1% |
| 2003 | $11,239 +4.4% | $70,241 |
| 2002 | $10,761 -2.5% | $70,241 |
| 2001 | $11,036 +4.6% | $70,241 -11.8% |
| 2000 | $10,554 +5.5% | $79,651 |
| 1999 | $10,000 | $79,651 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60010
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Barbara B Rose Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.3 mi
- 8/10Barrington Middle School- Prairie CampusGrades: 6-8Distance: 4 mi
- 10/10Barrington High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Barbara B Rose Elementary School
- Middle: Barrington Middle School Prairie
- High: Barrington High School
- District: 220
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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