Sold
Last Sold Price
6 beds5,795 sqft
278 Donlea Rd, Barrington Hills, IL 60010
Single FamilyProperty Type
8.73 acresLot Size
1935Year Built
$176/sq ftPrice per sq ft
4 carsParking Spaces

Description

Quintessential Barrington Hills Estate in the Private enclave of Oak Brae, off beloved and picture-perfect Donlea Road. 5,700 sq. ft. Colonial Revival set on 8.7 acres under a breathtaking canopy of mature oak trees. Property features a pond, gazebo, hand-built cabin, potting shed, three-car garage, custom soaking tubs, and lush gardens everywhere you look. House boasts light-filled rooms, built-ins, closets, character and style. The rooms are large and gracious, providing plenty of space for entertaining,...Quintessential Barrington Hills Estate in the Private enclave of Oak Brae, off beloved and picture-perfect Donlea Road. 5,700 sq. ft. Colonial Revival set on 8.7 acres under a breathtaking canopy of mature oak trees. Property features a pond, gazebo, hand-built cabin, potting shed, three-car garage, custom soaking tubs, and lush gardens everywhere you look. House boasts light-filled rooms, built-ins, closets, character and style. The rooms are large and gracious, providing plenty of space for entertaining, working from home, and enjoying the views out of every window. There are two Primary Bedrooms, one on the first floor, and one on the second floor, each with an ensuite bathroom.The home is being sold "as is".

Listing Agents

  1. Cathy Schmidt

    Cathy Schmidt

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (847) 828-1277

    M: (847) 828-1277

  2. Jaclyn Aprati

    Jaclyn Aprati

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (847) 913-7924

    M: (847) 913-7924

Sold By Compass

Listing closed: 10/25/2024 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 12093188

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,225,000

Avg days on market

81

Sale-to-list ratio

92.1%

Barrington Hills, IL

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Square Feet
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Property Information for 278 Donlea Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $21,178 / year
  • MLS Type: Detached Single / 2 Stories
  • County: Cook County
  • Area: Barrington Area
  • Township: Barrington
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Num Of Garage Spaces: 4.0
  • Parking Included in Price: Yes
  • Air Conditioning Type: Central Air
  • Num of Interior Fireplaces: 4
  • Heat/Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1935
  • Lot Size: 8.73 AC / 380,278 SF
General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 220
  • Elementary School: Countryside 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
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: South
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Bar-Wet, Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, Second Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Historic/Period Mlwk, Atrium Door(s), Separate Dining Room, Some Storm Doors
  • Num Of Rooms: 12
  • Bedrooms Total: 6
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Horse-Riding Trails, Lake, Street Paved
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Gas Log
  • Basement Type: Partial
  • Bedrooms Possible: 6
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Basement Sq Ft: 853
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Den/Library,Great Room
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Foyer, Mud Room, Storage, Attic, Great Room
  • Num of Baths: 4.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Septic-Private
  • Water: Private Well
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Compactor-Trash, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Wine Cooler/Refrigerator, Cooktop, Oven/Built-In, Water Softener Owned, Gas Cooktop
  • Other Equipment: Water-Softener Owned, TV-Dish, Radon Mitigation System
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Patio, Porch, Hot Tub, Storms/Screens
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 81-90 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 5795
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 5795
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 6648
  • Main Sq Ft: 3457
  • Upper Sq Ft: 2338
  • Lot Description: Horses Allowed, Pond, Wooded, Mature Trees, Backs to Trees/Woods, Garden, Partial Fencing, Views, Woven Wire Fence
  • Lot Size: 8.0-9.99 Acres
  • Lot Dimensions: 8.73
  • Other Structures: Gazebo, Outbuilding, Shed(s), Garage(s)
  • Zero Lot Line: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick, Wood Siding
  • Roof Type: Asphalt, Other
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • Living Area Source: Plans
  • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 853
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 7
  • Document Date: 2024-08-31T14:34:18
  • Photos Count: 83
  • Rural: N
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
  • Virtual Tour Date: 06-24-2024
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 21X18
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 17X17
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 11X19
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 11X19
Bedroom #6 Information
  • 6th Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 6
  • Bedroom #6 Room Dimensions: 18X32
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 22X17
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 25X20
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 26X21
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Second
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 11X10
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 15X27
Storage Room 1 Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Storage
  • Dimensions: 10X6
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Dimensions: 15X6
Mud Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Mud Room
  • Dimensions: 11X4
Attic Room Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Attic
  • Dimensions: 25X33
Great Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Great Room
  • Dimensions: 17X28

Property History for 278 Donlea Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 25, 2024

Sold

MRED #12093188

$1,020,000—
Oct 23, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1544580351

$1,020,000—
Sep 17, 2024

Pending

MRED #12093188

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/25/2024

Sold

MRED #12093188

$1,020,000
10/23/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1544580351

$1,020,000
09/17/2024

Pending

MRED #12093188

—

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Public Records for 278 Donlea Road

Taxable ValueLand$38,028Additions$78,972Total$117,000
Tax Record2023$21,718 ($1,810 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt5,195 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,195 SqFtStories2Lot Size380,279 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1942Year Renovated1943CountyCOOKAPN01-04-100-004-0000

Schools near 278 Donlea 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
Countryside Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Barrington Middle School- Prairie Campus
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: 278 Donlea Road, Barrington Hills, IL 60010
$1,020,000
6
5,795
380,278
–
3
2,565
223,027
–
6
3
3,892
220,849
$680,000
5
3,713
221,284
$1,524,000
5
4,983
219,106
$500,000
4
2,776
225,205

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