Step back in time and unlock the potential of this classic 1950 home located in the heart of downtown Barrington. Filled with character, this investor special offers a rare opportunity to restore and/or re-imagine a piece of Barrington history. Featuring spacious room sizes, original layout, and an unbeatable walk-to-town location near shops, restaurants, Metra, and award winning Barrington schools. The home can be renovated and is being sold as-is, making it ideal for investors, rehabbers, or builders looking to create their own dream home. Endless possibilities in one of Barrington's most sought after locations. Walking distance to everything Barrington has to offer. This is a must see!
Active
$390,000
735 Prairie Ave, Barrington, IL 60010
2beds
1,127sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
6,272 Square Feet Lot
$383,100 Zestimate®
$346/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Original layoutSpacious room sizes
- 62 days |
- 657 |
- 17 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Daniel Drake 847-347-3484,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12683484
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Office
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 64 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X8
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X10
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X20
Office
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Attic: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,254
- Total interior livable area: 1,127 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Asphalt
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 6,272 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 121
Details
- Parcel number: 01014020120000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Barrington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $346/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $340,000
- Annual tax amount: $7,591
- Date on market: 6/19/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$383,100
$364,000 - $402,000
$2,325/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $390,000$346/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12683484 Report a problem | ||
| 6/23/2026 | Contingent | $390,000$346/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12683484 Report a problem | ||
| 6/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $390,000+68.1%$346/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12683484 Report a problem | ||
| 6/9/2026 | Sold | $232,000-62.5%$206/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/18/2004 | Sold | $619,000$549/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7,938 +4.6% | $34,000 |
| 2023 | $7,591 +2.3% | $34,000 |
| 2022 | $7,418 +23% | $34,000 +39% |
| 2021 | $6,031 +3.6% | $24,454 |
| 2020 | $5,820 +16.2% | $24,454 -10.2% |
| 2019 | $5,009 +13.5% | $27,232 +15.4% |
| 2018 | $4,413 +1.8% | $23,592 |
| 2017 | $4,336 +0.7% | $23,592 |
| 2016 | $4,307 -9.8% | $23,592 -2.6% |
| 2015 | $4,774 +0.9% | $24,232 |
| 2014 | $4,733 +4.7% | $24,232 |
| 2013 | $4,519 -12.3% | $24,232 -15% |
| 2012 | $5,150 +5.3% | $28,517 |
| 2011 | $4,893 +17.5% | $28,517 |
| 2010 | $4,163 +17.4% | $28,517 +9% |
| 2009 | $3,547 +9% | $26,166 -4% |
| 2008 | $3,256 +2.2% | $27,257 -15.4% |
| 2007 | $3,187 -2.1% | $32,206 +40.6% |
| 2006 | $3,255 +9.8% | $22,905 |
| 2005 | $2,965 +2.1% | $22,905 |
| 2004 | $2,905 -6.1% | $22,905 +9.1% |
| 2003 | $3,094 +5.5% | $20,990 |
| 2002 | $2,933 +26.1% | $20,990 |
| 2001 | $2,325 -6.4% | $20,990 +16.8% |
| 2000 | $2,483 +5.2% | $17,974 |
| 1999 | $2,360 | $17,974 |
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Neighborhood: 60010
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Grove Avenue Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 7/10Barrington Middle School StationGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 10/10Barrington High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
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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