Sold
Last Sold Price
5 beds3,349 sqft
255 Cold Spring Rd,Ā Barrington, ILĀ 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!
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

100.4%

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

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Public Records for 255 Cold Spring Road

Taxable ValueLand$53,325Additions$219,400Total$272,725
Tax Record2025$17,670 ($1,472 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt3,349 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,349 SqFtStories2Lot Size21,684 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1968CountyLAKEAPN14-31-407-022Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

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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