206 N Cook St

$4,250,000
Price
87,555 / 2.01
Lot Size / Acres

Description

An Iconic Piece of Barrington's History - Now Available This landmark site is deeply woven into the fabric of Barrington's heritage. It was here in 1974 that the founder of Motor Werks began his remarkable journey, laying the foundation for what would become one of the largest, most respected and successful automotive dealerships in the nation. The property radiates a legacy of achievement, optimism, and community spirit. Exceptional Investment Opportunity in the Heart of Downtown Barrington. Rarely...An Iconic Piece of Barrington's History - Now Available This landmark site is deeply woven into the fabric of Barrington's heritage. It was here in 1974 that the founder of Motor Werks began his remarkable journey, laying the foundation for what would become one of the largest, most respected and successful automotive dealerships in the nation. The property radiates a legacy of achievement, optimism, and community spirit. Exceptional Investment Opportunity in the Heart of Downtown Barrington. Rarely available, this 2.2-acre site sits in one of the most desirable locations in the northwest suburbs. Its potential is limitless-ideal for a luxury boutique hotel, upscale residential development, or a dynamic mixed-use project with retail at street level and residences above. The Village of Barrington is highly receptive to innovative, high-quality development and welcomes collaboration with visionary developers committed to enhancing the downtown experience. Seize this rare opportunity to shape the future of one of Chicagoland's most prestigious downtown districts.
  1. Listed by Basel Tarabein • RE/MAX At Home
    P: (847)-255-1970 C: (847)-828-2243 baseltarabein@remax.net;BaselTarabein@remax.net

Property Details for 206 North Cook Street

Area
Barrington Area
Township
Cuba
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Parking Spaces
0.0
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas
Zoning
COMMR
LISTING UPDATED: 05/14/2025 12:06 AM

Property Details for 206 North Cook Street

StatusActive
MLS #12359104
Days on Market449
Taxes$57,896 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeLand
MLS TypeLand
Year Built-
Lot Size2.01 AC
CountyLake County

Location

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Building Information for 206 North Cook Street

Lot Size2.01 AC

Payment Calculator

$25,825 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$21,001

Property Taxes

$4,825

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 206 North Cook Street

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 220
  • High School District: 220
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 220
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Asphalt
Location and General Information
  • Frontage Length: 301.6
  • Frontage Type: City Street
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Additional Parcels: Yes
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Basement Type: None
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Num of Baths: 0.0
Exterior Features
  • Backup Package: No
Utilities / Equipment
  • Utilities: Electricity Nearby, Natural Gas Nearby
Property/Lot Information
  • Lot Size: 2.0-2.99 Acres
  • Lot Dimensions: 301.67X259.05X125X124X124
  • Approx Land Sq Footage: 87697.52
  • Buildings on Land: Yes
  • Other Structures: Bldg/s No House, Garage(s)
  • Waterfront: No
  • General Information: None
Property and Assessments
  • Possible Use: Commercial, Development, Multi-Family, Retail, Other
  • Public Document Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 55
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Miscellaneous
  • Current Use: Commercial, Retail
  • Equity: $100.00
  • Known Existing Liens: None Known
  • Land Amenities: Sidewalks,Other
  • Land Description: Level
  • Loans: 0
  • Location: Central Business District,Corner,Mixed Use Area,In City Limits,High Traffic Area
  • Road Surface: Asphalt, Concrete
  • Total Listed Lots Avail: 10
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No

Property History for 206 North Cook Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 8, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12359104

$4,250,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/08/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12359104

$4,250,000

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Public Records for 206 North Cook Street

Taxable ValueLand$126,347Additions$251,545Total$377,892
Tax Record2024$27,719 ($2,310 / month)
Home Facts
Lot Size23,858 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous CommercialCountyLAKEAPN13-36-313-010

Schools near 206 North Cook Street

This home is within Barrington Community Unit School District 220.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Hough Street Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Barrington Middle School Station
Public6 to 8

Barrington High School
Public9 to 12

St Anne School
PrivatePK to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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206 North Cook Street is a 2.01 ac of land for sale in Barrington, IL 60010. This property was listed for sale on May 8, 2025 by RE/MAX At Home, it's currently listed at $4,250,000. This listing's school district is Barrington Community Unit School District 220. Nearby schools include Hough Street Elementary School, Barrington Middle School Station and Barrington High School. 206 North Cook Street is a 0-bed, 0-bath, 2.01 ac of land on a 87,555 sq. ft. / 2.01 acres lot.

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