Moving to Barrington, IL
Moving to Barrington, IL comes down to the train, the schools, the county your address sits in, and the type of home you want.
Barrington & the Northwest Suburbs
Barrington IL Property Taxes: Cook vs Lake County
Barrington IL property taxes depend on the county the address is in, and Barrington sits in two of them.
Have a question about your own buying or selling plans?
How do property taxes work in Barrington, IL?
Barrington IL property taxes are set by the county the address is in. Main Street follows the Cook and Lake county line through downtown, so one village has two counties. The county decides the tax bill, the assessor and the transfer tax line on your closing statement.
This guide explains how to find out which county an address is in and what to ask before you offer. It does not give you a tax rate. Ask the county for the bill of the home you are considering.
Which county is each nearby town in?
| Town | County | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Barrington | Cook and Lake | Main Street follows the county line. |
| Barrington Hills | Cook, Kane, Lake and McHenry | It depends on the parcel. |
| South Barrington | Cook | |
| Inverness | Cook | |
| Lake Barrington and North Barrington | Lake | |
| Lake Zurich | Lake | |
| Schaumburg | Cook (a small part in DuPage) | |
| Hoffman Estates | Cook (most) and Kane |
What should you ask before you offer on a Barrington home?
- County. Which county the address is in, using the county's own parcel lookup.
- The bill. The latest tax bill, and whether it reflects the current owner's exemptions.
- The payment. Ask your lender how taxes fit into the monthly payment and whether they are paid through escrow.
- Appeals. Each county has its own assessment office and its own appeal process. Ask the county how it works.
Barrington, Barrington Hills, Lake Barrington, buyer's agent.
Sources: Village of Barrington, Village of Barrington Hills, Village of Schaumburg, Village of Hoffman Estates, read November 2026. Confirm the county and the tax bill for each address.
Questions about Barrington IL property taxes
Do I pay Cook or Lake County taxes in Barrington?
It depends on the address. Barrington sits in both counties, so check which side of the line the home is on.
Which county is South Barrington in?
South Barrington is in Cook County.
Which counties is Barrington Hills in?
Cook, Kane, Lake and McHenry counties, depending on the parcel.
Where can I see the tax bill for a Barrington home?
Ask the seller for the latest bill, and look up the parcel on the county's website.
Helpful real estate guides
Barrington IL school districts
Barrington IL school districts change by town and by address, so check the district before you compare two homes.
How Much Does a Realtor Cost in Barrington IL?
How much a Realtor costs in Barrington, IL depends on the commission you negotiate and the closing costs on your side of the deal.
YOUR NEXT REAL ESTATE CONVERSATION
Talk through your plans for the Northwest Suburbs
Whether you are comparing homes, preparing a sale or questioning an estimate, start with the decision in front of you. Share your timing and the information you already have with Realtor in Northwest Suburbs. Ask which details and professional discussions will help you choose an informed next step.
- Bring your housing priorities and desired timing.
- Review property details and written responsibilities.
- Ask for situation-specific cost information before committing.