Spectacular waterfront ranch overlooking beautiful Baker's Lake near downtown Barrington! Discover an extraordinary combination of comfortable luxury, natural beauty, privacy, and waterfront living in this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath ranch home with a fully finished walkout lower level. Nestled on a magnificent, professionally landscaped property overlooking picturesque Baker's Lake. Enjoy breathtaking water views, an expansive manicured lawn, mature trees, and a peaceful setting all within a short walk to downtown Barrington! You'll appreciate the home's impressive curb appeal, attractive brick exterior, beautifully designed landscaping, and welcoming entrance. Discover bright, spacious living areas with gorgeous hardwood floors, recessed lighting, and an incredible wall of windows that showcase panoramic views of the lake and the surrounding landscape. The spectacular living room features an expansive layout, a fireplace, and an abundance of natural light. The adjoining dining area offers beautiful water views and an inviting atmosphere for hosting family and friends. The kitchen features rich wood cabinetry, generous counter space, and a large center island with a newly installed high-end range and hood. It includes breakfast bar seating, stylish pendant lighting, and a convenient adjoining eating area. Large, newer windows throughout the main living spaces bring the outdoors in and offer stunning views in every season. The main-level primary bedroom offers a peaceful retreat complete with a cozy fireplace, a huge closet and dressing area, brand-new carpeting, fresh paint, and decorative accessories. The fully finished walkout lower level, with newly installed luxury vinyl tile, dramatically expands the home's living space and adds two additional bedrooms with new carpeting and a full bathroom, offering comfortable accommodations for family and guests. Step outside and experience what makes this property truly extraordinary! Enjoy your own private waterfront paradise featuring an expansive, gently sloping lawn, spectacular mature trees, colorful perennial gardens, winding stone pathways, and meticulously maintained landscaping. Relax on the spacious outdoor deck, entertain guests on the beautiful stone patio with a fire pit, or unwind beside the tranquil koi pond surrounded by lush landscaping. The expansive grounds offer a spectacular setting for outdoor entertainment, recreation, or simply enjoying nature's serenity. Additional highlights include a heated 2.5-car garage with attractive epoxy flooring, a generous driveway, and a beautifully landscaped approach. Best of all, this peaceful waterfront setting is just a short walk from the heart of downtown Barrington, with its wonderful restaurants, shopping, entertainment, and Metra train service. A rare opportunity to enjoy breathtaking views of Baker's Lake, spectacular grounds, exceptional indoor and outdoor living spaces, and the convenience of downtown Barrington just moments away. Truly a one-of-a-kind property offering the very best of Barrington living!
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$1,149,900
720 South St, Barrington, IL 60010
3beds
4,433sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1967
0.5 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$259/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Private waterfront paradiseBeautifully landscaped approachAttractive brick exteriorMeticulously maintained landscapingColorful perennial gardensMature treesRecessed lighting
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Listed by:
Brian Bertoia, E-PRO (847)934-9000,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12792254
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Eating Area, Utility Room-Lower Level, Suite, Enclosed Porch
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds), Bathroom (Full, Whirlpool & Sep Shwr)
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Shades)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X15
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X15
Bar entertainment
- Features: Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 55 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X5
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Shades)
- Level: Main
- Area: 304 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X16
Eating area
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Plantation Shutters)
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Enclosed porch
- Features: Flooring (Pavers)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X30
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 1320 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 44X30
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Custom Cabinetry, Pantry, SolidSurfaceCounter), Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Double Pane Windows, Plantation Shutters)
- Level: Main
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X15
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Shades)
- Level: Main
- Area: 420 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 30X14
Other
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X16
Other
- Features: Flooring (Linoleum)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 638 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 29X22
Heating
- Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop, Water Purifier, Gas Cooktop, Oven, Humidifier, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit
Features
- Wet Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Open Floorplan, Dining Combo, Replacement Windows
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
- Windows: Replacement Windows, Screens, Window Treatments, Drapes
- Basement: Finished,Exterior Entry,Rec/Family Area,Storage Space,Full,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Double Sided, Wood Burning, Gas Log, Gas Starter, More than one, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Basement
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,488
- Total interior livable area: 4,433 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 2,382
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2.5
- Parking features: Asphalt, Side Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2.5
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Screened
- Exterior features: Balcony, Fire Pit, Lighting
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Back of Property
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Back of Property
- Waterfront features: Lake Privileges, Waterfront
- Body of water: BAKER'S LAKE
Lot
- Size: 0.5 Acres
- Features: Landscaped, Water Rights, Wooded, Mature Trees, Garden, Views, Water Garden
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Additional parcels included: 01014040090000
- Parcel number: 01014040080000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Water-Softener Owned, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Block, Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1967
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Lake, Water Rights, Curbs, Street Lights, Street Paved
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: Barrington Village
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Barrington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $259/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $409,910
- Annual tax amount: $12,375
- Date on market: 10/25/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Has irrigation water rights: Yes
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/10/2026 | Listing removed | $1,150,000$259/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12739807 Report a problem | ||
| 9/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,150,000$259/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12739807 Report a problem | ||
| 8/21/2026 | Contingent | $1,150,000$259/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12739807 Report a problem | ||
| 8/17/2026 | Listing removed | $1,150,000$259/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12622022 Report a problem | ||
| 7/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,150,000$259/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12622022 Report a problem | ||
| 6/17/2026 | Contingent | $1,150,000$259/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12622022 Report a problem | ||
| 6/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,150,000$259/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12622022 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2026 | Contingent | $1,150,000$259/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12622022 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2026 | Listing removed | $1,150,000$259/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12622022 Report a problem | ||
| 4/27/2026 | Contingent | $1,150,000$259/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12622022 Report a problem | ||
| 4/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,150,000-15.4%$259/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12622022 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2026 | Listing removed | $1,360,000$307/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12538693 Report a problem | ||
| 2/18/2026 | Price change | $1,360,000-14.7%$307/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12538693 Report a problem | ||
| 1/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,595,000+233.7%$360/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12538693 Report a problem | ||
| 11/17/1998 | Sold | $478,000+9.1%$108/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/23/1995 | Sold | $438,000$99/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7,909 +1.1% | $40,991 +0% |
| 2023 | $7,819 +2.9% | $40,990 |
| 2022 | $7,599 +2.3% | $40,990 +13.5% |
| 2021 | $7,429 -13.6% | $36,120 |
| 2020 | $8,597 +20% | $36,120 -10.2% |
| 2019 | $7,165 +16.7% | $40,223 +17.5% |
| 2018 | $6,141 -20.2% | $34,232 -18.4% |
| 2017 | $7,693 +0.1% | $41,941 |
| 2016 | $7,689 +5.2% | $41,941 +11.6% |
| 2015 | $7,309 -13.5% | $37,581 -12.8% |
| 2014 | $8,450 -0.1% | $43,078 -4.2% |
| 2013 | $8,460 +5.5% | $44,952 +0.3% |
| 2012 | $8,021 +6.2% | $44,805 -6% |
| 2011 | $7,555 +3.1% | $47,648 |
| 2010 | $7,329 +13.1% | $47,648 +4.8% |
| 2009 | $6,481 +14.4% | $45,469 -4% |
| 2008 | $5,668 +8% | $47,364 |
| 2007 | $5,246 +7.1% | $47,364 +33.4% |
| 2006 | $4,899 +11.2% | $35,511 |
| 2005 | $4,406 -10.5% | $35,511 -13.3% |
| 2004 | $4,923 +7.1% | $40,951 +35.1% |
| 2003 | $4,599 -29.9% | $30,308 -32.2% |
| 2002 | $6,563 +28.9% | $44,718 |
| 2001 | $5,090 +5.4% | $44,718 +21.1% |
| 2000 | $4,827 +5.4% | $36,940 |
| 1999 | $4,578 | $36,940 |
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Neighborhood: 60010
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Grove Avenue Elementary School
- Middle: Barrington Middle School - Stati
- 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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