Last Sold Price
4 beds3,038 sqft$291/sqft
240 Elm Rd, Barrington, IL 60010

Description

This magazine worthy, storybook Cape Cod home will take your breath away with its charming shake-shingle exterior, and lives like a true New England style retreat, blending timeless architecture with modern refinement throughout. A bluestone walkway graced by lush perennial gardens invites you to the front covered porch and into a welcoming foyer. Inside, warmth and craftsmanship unfold with beautiful hardwood flooring throughout and sun-filled rooms designed for comfort and connection. The beautiful...This magazine worthy, storybook Cape Cod home will take your breath away with its charming shake-shingle exterior, and lives like a true New England style retreat, blending timeless architecture with modern refinement throughout. A bluestone walkway graced by lush perennial gardens invites you to the front covered porch and into a welcoming foyer. Inside, warmth and craftsmanship unfold with beautiful hardwood flooring throughout and sun-filled rooms designed for comfort and connection. The beautiful kitchen update was built for amazing functionality and designed to impress, and features classic white shaker cabinetry, with all new professional-grade appliances recently replaced in 2025 to include SubZero refrigerator & Viking 6-burner gas range and dishwasher, built-in Sharp microwave drawer (2023), brushed brass plumbing fixtures, a fabulous built in coffee & wine bar with U-Line wine refrigerator and custom cabinetry and open to a large dining area graced with on point wallpaper and lighting fixture, built in cupboards and most importantly offering space for everyone-perfect for the home chef. Enjoy multiple living spaces, including a cozy family room with vaulted, paneled ceiling details and fireplace. A very special den/library space was created and designed in 2022 and is lined with beautiful built-in bookcases and library ladder, custom glass French doors, pretty built in picture lighting, ceiling mount light fixture and charming window seats and custom window treatments too. The large main living room has been more recently used as a dedicated home office complete with its own wood burning fireplace, and built in bookcases. Also on the main level there is a powder room and a separate full bath offering an option for turning the library into a flex 5th bedroom should the need arise. Large main level laundry room with built in cabinetry, separate storage closet and new full size LG washer and dryer (2025). Four bedrooms, and two full baths are located on the 2nd level. The primary suite features a pretty Carrera marble bathroom with polished nickel hardware and lighting. Nooks and crannies abound as you turn every corner, sweet surprises greet you in this pristine and quite incredible 1928 Jewel Park / Jewel Tea Executive homestead. Updates include fresh paint, wallpaper and custom window coverings throughout (2022-25), new front door (2025), tankless water heater (2025), Angel water softener & RO System at kitchen sink, upgraded to blown in attic insulation (2024), all bedroom closets have Elfa custom closet organizers, added garage refrigerator (2025), installed new backyard fencing (2025), installed new front porch railing (2023) and new front door (2025). The finished partial basement provides a great space for exercise, playroom or game room, or separate office area with a large walk-in storage room. The oversized 3-car garage features 3 separate beautiful Clopay insulated carriage doors, wireless remote openers, and offers ample space for your cars and for toys. An attached shed in the back offers endless opportunities for your workshop, garden shed or additional storage. Step out to your outdoor oasis which includes a large deck, a large bluestone patio and the new beautiful bluestone fire pit (2025) which includes a gas line (2025), newly fenced rear yard (2025) all create a private and idyllic setting for everyday living and effortless entertaining. Excellent proximity to downtown Barrington's local shopping, fabulous dining and coffee houses, festivals and Farmer's Markets, Metra commuter station offers easy access to Chicago's Ogilvie Train Station. Barrington Area Library and Park District, walking paths and Cuba Marsh Forest Preserve, and the award winning School District 220 : : Roslyn Road Elementary, Prairie Middle and Barrington HS!
LISTING CLOSED: 01/26/2026 12:00 AM

Listing Agent

  1. Tara Kelleher

    Tara Kelleher

    Listing Agent

    @properties Christie's International Real Estate

    P: (847) 826-2178

    M: (847) 826-2178

Property Details for 240 Elm Road

Status
MLS #
12485720
Days on Market
6
Taxes
$14,236 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Detached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built
1928
Lot Size
0.37 AC / 15,947 SF
Area
Barrington Area
Subdivision
Jewel Park
Township
Cuba
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
3.5
Num Of Parking Spaces
3.5
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
2
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Architectural Style
Cape Cod

Location

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Building Information for 240 Elm Road

Stories-Year Built1928Building Size-Lot Size0.37 AC / 15,947 SF

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Property Information for 240 Elm Road

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 220
  • Elementary School: Roslyn Road Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Barrington Middle School-Prairie
  • High School District: 220
  • High School: Barrington High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 220
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Attached, Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Dry Bar, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Bookcases, Historic/Period Mlwk, Beamed Ceilings
  • Num Of Rooms: 10
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Park, Curbs, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Bath Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Steam Shower
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Log
  • Basement Type: Partially Finished, Crawl Space, Rec/Family Area, Partial
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Basement Sq Ft: 411
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room
  • Room Type: Library, Recreation Room, Mud Room
  • Num of Baths: 3.1
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Refrigerator-Bar, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Wine Cooler/Refrigerator, Range Hood, Water Purifier Owned, Water Softener Owned
  • Other Equipment: Water-Softener Owned, Security System, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Radon Mitigation System, Security Cameras
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Fire Pit
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 3038
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 3449
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 3449
  • Main Sq Ft: 1954
  • Upper Sq Ft: 1084
  • Lot Description: Landscaped Professionally, Mature Trees
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
  • Lot Dimensions: 112X143
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Shingle Siding
  • Construction: Shingle Siding
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 411.0
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • Assessor Square Footage: 2986
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 2
  • Document Date: 2025-12-03T20:59:50
  • Photos Count: 56
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Green Features
  • Green Energy Efficient: Water Heater
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 13X17
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 13X15
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 13X11
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 13X10
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 13X17
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 18X14
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 21X16
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 13X8
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 13X19
Recreation Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Dimensions: 24X19
Mud Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Mud Room
  • Dimensions: 10X20
Library Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Library
  • Dimensions: 13X20

Property History for 240 Elm Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 26, 2026

Sold

MRED #12485720

$885,000
Jan 21, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1927324335

$885,000

+4.6% / yr

Dec 8, 2025

Pending

MRED #12485720

DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/26/2026

Sold

MRED #12485720

$885,000
01/21/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1927324335

$885,000

+4.6% / yr

12/08/2025

Pending

MRED #12485720

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Public Records for 240 Elm Road

Taxable ValueLand$37,907Additions$203,688Total$241,595
Tax Record2025$14,236 ($1,186 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt2,986 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,986 SqFtStories2Lot Size15,947 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1928CountyLAKEAPN13-36-112-017Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 240 Elm Road

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
Roslyn Road Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Barrington Middle School- Prairie Campus
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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 240 Elm Road, Barrington, IL 60010
$885,000
4
3,038
15,947
$540,000
4
3,800
17,441
$465,000
3
2,703
21,780
3
4,633
26,650
2
2,801
23,749
3,911
22,229

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