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#12352125, Helen Edwards, Listing office: Baird & Warner
$1,425,000 List price
26 Forest Ln South Barrington, IL 60010
$10,000
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6 beds
4 full, 1 partial
6,229 sqft
1.3 acres
$229 / sqft
House
Property details
About 26 Forest Ln
Stunning custom brick and stone waterfront estate on 1.3 acres in Forest Knoll. Home features 6 bedrooms and 4.5 baths, the home showcases remarkable architectural details throughout. First floor includes a formal living room and dining room with coffered ceilings, inviting family room with a copper ceiling and turret, large kitchen with a fireplace and breakfast room, private office and three season room. Second floor boasts master suite that is a luxurious retreat with a turret sitting area and its own fireplace. In addition, 4 additional bedrooms on second floor including one that measures 20x35 and could be a fantastic in-law suite with it's own ensuite bath. Large walkout basement with recreation room, bedroom, full bath and exercise room and turret. Lakefront views and inviting outdoor patio and screened in porch, this elegant home seamlessly blends luxury with tranquility in South Barrington.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
StatusActive
(New)
(New)
CoolingCentral Air, Zoned
Size6,229 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size1.3 Acres
Year built1995
ParkingAsphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
MLS #12380653
Garage3 spaces
FireplaceAttached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Gas Starter
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Humidifier
- Basement: Yes
- Interior: Walk-In Closet(s), Special Millwork
- Fireplace: Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Gas Starter
- Total Bedroom Count: 6
- Garage Space: 3 spaces
- Parking: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Architectural Style: English
- Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
- Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
- List Price: $1,425,000
- Price/SqFt: $228
- HOA Amount: $1800 Annually
- Annual Tax Amount: $18,693
- Tax Year: 2022
- Directions: Barrington Rd to Algonquin Rd east to Forest Lane
- Year Built: 1995
- Living Area: 6,229 SqFt
- Lot Size: 1.3 Acres
- MLS Number: 12380653
- MLS Name: MRED
- Office Name: Compass
- Office Phone: (847) 306-6158
- Listing Agent: Judy Ann Bruce
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 31, 2007 | Home Sold | $1,100,000 |
| Oct 06, 2003 | Home Sold | $701,670 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $91,000 | $18,693 |
| 2021 | $68,152 | $15,463 |
| 2020 | $68,152 | $15,069 |
| 2019 | $75,725 | $14,718 |
| 2018 | $79,726 | $16,014 |
| 2017 | $79,726 | $15,608 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Frank C. Whiteley Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.3 mi
•4335 Haman Ave
8
Barbara B. Rose Elementary School
Public District KG-5
2.6 mi
•61 W Penny Rd
8
John Muir Literacy Academy
Public District KG-6
2.8 mi
•1973 Kensington Ln
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $132,000. Most South Barrington, IL residents have annual incomes between $100k-200k. The most common type of family is married, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
2%
<35k
30%
35k-100k
47%
100k-200k
21%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
16%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
42%
Married, No Kids
37%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
15%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
16%
18-34 yrs old
52%
35-64 yrs old
7%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Skiing/snowboarding
Men's Tennis
Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Nordstrom
Bloomingdales
The Container Store
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
California Pizza Kitchen
Bonefish Grill
Starbucks
What do the neighbors drive?
BMW
Lexus
Acura
What do the neighbors listen to?
Talk/Personality
News
Alternative
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Frequently asked questions
About 26 Forest Ln
The listing price of 26 Forest Ln property is $1,425,000.
The property 26 Forest Ln is a house located in South Barrington, Illinois, 60010.
Active Listing: 26 Forest Ln is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 26 Forest Ln are: Frank C. Whiteley Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Barbara B. Rose Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), John Muir Literacy Academy (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Thomas Jefferson Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Barrington Middle School-Prairie Campus (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Dwight D Eisenhower Jr High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Wm Fremd High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Hoffman Estates High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Barrington High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2022 is $18,693 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on July 31, 2007 for $1,100,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 26 Forest Ln has 6 bedrooms and 4 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 26 Forest Ln is 6,229 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 26 Forest Ln is 1995.
This home is located at 26 Forest Ln in South Barrington, IL and zip code 60010 in the Forest Knoll neighborhood. This 6,229 square foot home, which was built in 1995, sits on a 1.30 acre lot. Features: 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 18, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,425,000.
While more than 3 listings in South Barrington, IL in May 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 0 listings sold at asking price, and more than 3 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in South Barrington, IL increased by 44.4% between April and May 2025. In May 2025 median list price was $1,115,000 and the average listing age was 58 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.