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Last Sold Price
5 beds3,349 sqft

255 Cold Spring Rd, Barrington, IL 60010

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.50 acresLot Size
1968Year Built
$254/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$1,500/yrHOA Fees
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Fabulous in Fox Point! The inviting charm of this stately colonial home welcomes you with its spacious foyer and warm hardwood flooring throughout the main living areas on both the first and second levels. Flanked by the dining and living rooms with an updated half-bath in between, there is an abundance of natural light through the many full-length windows. The chef's kitchen boasts top-of-the-line appliances, custom cabinetry, island with breakfast bar and pantry cabinet. Linger over your morning...Fabulous in Fox Point! The inviting charm of this stately colonial home welcomes you with its spacious foyer and warm hardwood flooring throughout the main living areas on both the first and second levels. Flanked by the dining and living rooms with an updated half-bath in between, there is an abundance of natural light through the many full-length windows. The chef's kitchen boasts top-of-the-line appliances, custom cabinetry, island with breakfast bar and pantry cabinet. Linger over your morning coffee in the eating area with sliders to the sunroom. The adjacent family room with cozy fireplace and beamed ceilings is sure to be a favorite gathering space. Another set of sliders leads to the brick paver patio seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor entertaining. Vaulted ceilings, two skylights and picturesque views of the deep rear yard are found in the sun/three seasons room. A first-floor laundry room with exterior access and direct entry to the attached 2-car garage provides convenience and functionality. The second floor boasts 5 spacious bedrooms and two full baths including the primary suite with walk-in closet & luxe ensuite. The finished basement with rec and game rooms, office, full bath and ample storage offers a wonderful bonus space for additional living and entertaining needs. When it is too nice to stay inside, enjoy the large deck or paver patio where you can enjoy evenings around the firepit...and don't forget the s'mores! Set on nearly a half-acre lot and ideally located, you can enjoy the Fox Point lifestyle with community pool, sport courts, park, lake and just minutes to schools, commuter train and downtown Barrington's shops and restaurants. Everything you are looking for is right here!

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    Listing closed: 12/12/2024 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 12190683
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    Recent comparable sales

    Median sold price

    $865,000

    Avg days on market

    17

    Sale-to-list ratio

    99.1%

    Barrington, IL

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    Property Information for 255 Cold Spring Road

    Property Details

    • Taxes: $17,029 / year
    • MLS Type: Detached Single / 2 Stories
    • County: Lake County
    • Area: Barrington Area
    • Subdivision: Fox Point
    • Township: Ela
    • Ownership: Fee Simple w/ HO Assn.
    • Num Of Garage Spaces: 2.0
    • Parking Included in Price: Yes
    • Air Conditioning Type: Central Air
    • Num of Interior Fireplaces: 1
    • Heat/Fuel: Natural Gas, Forced Air
    • Architectural Style: Colonial

    Building Information

    • Year Built: 1968
    • Lot Size: 0.50 AC / 21,692 SF

    General Information

    School Information
    • Elementary School District: 220
    • Elementary School: Arnett C Lines Elementary School
    • Jr High Middle School: Barrington Middle School-Station
    • High School District: 220
    • High School: Barrington High School
    • Middle Or Junior School District: 220
    Addtl Parking Information
    • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
    • Garage On Site: true
    • Garage Ownership: Owned
    • Garage Type: Attached
    • Parking: Garage
    Taxes and HOA Information
    • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
    • Association Fee Includes: Clubhouse, Pool, Lake Rights
    • Master Association Fee: No
    • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

    Property Information

    Interior Features
    • Interior Property Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, First Floor Laundry, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Beamed Ceilings
    • Num Of Rooms: 13
    • Bedrooms Total: 5
    • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
    • Community Features: Clubhouse, Park, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Lake, Water Rights, Curbs, Street Paved
    • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Soaking Tub
    • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Starter
    • Basement Type: Full
    • Bedrooms Possible: 5
    • Air Conditioning: Central Air
    • Electric: Circuit Breakers
    • Basement Description: Finished, Crawl
    • Basement Sq Ft: 1435
    • Dining Room: Separate
    • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
    • Fireplace Location: Family Room
    • Room Type: Eating Area, Bedroom 5, Sun Room, Recreation Room, Foyer, Game Room, Office
    • Num of Baths: 3.1
    Exterior Features
    • Type: 2 Stories
    Utilities / Equipment
    • Sewer: Sewer-Public
    • Water: Public
    • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Wine Cooler/Refrigerator, Range Hood
    • Other Equipment: Water-Softener Owned, Sump Pump
    Property/Lot Information
    • Exterior Property Features: Deck, Brick Paver Patio, Fire Pit
    • New Construction YN: No
    • Rebuilt: No
    • Rehabilitated: No
    • Built Before 1978: Yes
    • Age: 51-60 Years
    • Type Detached: 2 Stories
    • Total Sq Ft: 3349
    • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 4574
    • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 4784
    • Main Sq Ft: 1748
    • Upper Sq Ft: 1601
    • Lot Description: Landscaped Professionally
    • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
    • Lot Dimensions: 100X223X100X213
    • Waterfront: No
    • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
    • Driveway: Asphalt
    • Exterior Building Type: Brick
    • Roof Type: Asphalt
    • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
    • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train
    • North Coordinate: 20
    • West Coordinate: 24
    • Below Grade Finished Area: 1225.0
    • Living Area Source: Estimated
    • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 210
    • Management Company: Picker & Associates
    Property and Assessments
    • Public Document Count: 2
    • Document Date: 2024-11-15T00:39:26
    • Photos Count: 47
    • OpenHouse Count: 0
    Virtual Tour/Additional Media
    • Virtual Tour: None
    • Virtual Tour YN: No
    • Virtual Tour Date: 11-14-2024

    Room Information

    Master Bedroom Information
    • Master Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Master Bedroom
    • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
    • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 20X13
    Bedroom #2 Information
    • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 2
    • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 16X13
    Bedroom #3 Information
    • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 3
    • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 14X10
    Bedroom #4 Information
    • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 4
    • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 15X12
    Bedroom #5 Information
    • 5th Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 5
    • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 12X12
    Dining Room Information
    • Dining Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
    • Dining Room Dimensions: 17X12
    Family Room Information
    • Family Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_FR: Family Room
    • Family Room Dimensions: 22X14
    Kitchen Information
    • Kitchen Level: Main
    • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
    • Kitchen Dimensions: 17X14
    Laundry Information
    • Laundry Level: Main
    • Room Type: Laundry
    • Laundry Dimensions: 19X6
    Living Room Information
    • Living Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Living Room
    • Living Room Dimensions: 25X16
    Foyer Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Foyer
    • Dimensions: 12X12
    Recreation Room Information
    • Room Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Recreation Room
    • Dimensions: 25X22
    Eating Area Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Eating Area
    • Dimensions: 17X8
    Office Information
    • Room Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Office
    • Dimensions: 16X15
    Game Room Information
    • Room Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Game Room
    • Dimensions: 23X14
    Sun Room Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Sun Room
    • Dimensions: 19X13

    Property History for 255 Cold Spring Road

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    Dec 12, 2024

    Sold

    MRED #12190683

    $850,000—
    Dec 10, 2024

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #1548594169

    $850,000

    +2.7% / yr

    Nov 18, 2024

    Pending

    MRED #12190683

    —
    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    12/12/2024

    Sold

    MRED #12190683

    $850,000
    12/10/2024

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #1548594169

    $850,000

    +2.7% / yr

    11/18/2024

    Pending

    MRED #12190683

    —

    For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

    Public records

    255 Cold Spring Road

    Beds

    0

    Baths

    2.5

    Total Finished SqFt

    3,349 SqFt

    Above Grade Finished SqFt

    3,349 SqFt

    Stories

    2

    Lot Size

    21,684 SqFt

    Schools near 255 Cold Spring 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
    Rating
    School
    Distance
    Arnett C Lines Elementary School
    PublicK to 5

    Barrington Middle School Station
    Public6 to 8

    Barrington High School
    Public9 to 12

    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: 255 Cold Spring Road, Barrington, IL 60010
    $850,000
    5
    3,349
    21,692
    $805,000
    4
    2,633
    24,393
    $825,000
    3
    3,200
    19,474
    –
    –
    3,100
    20,674
    $699,000
    4
    2,074
    23,914
    –
    –
    2.5
    2,984
    20,225

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