Historic district frame homes
Built from about 1860 to 1930 in Folk, Craftsman and Victorian styles, inside a 92-acre district listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1986. Expect character and older systems.
Homes for Sale in Barrington, IL: Areas, Types and Next Steps
Homes for sale in Barrington, IL, from a Realtor with an office in the village at 1250 S Grove Ave.
Homes for sale in Barrington, IL
Homes for sale in Barrington, IL come in three main types: historic frame homes near downtown, homes within reach of the Metra station, and newer subdivision homes farther out. Which one fits depends on how you want to live, not only on budget.
This page explains what each type looks like and what to check, so you can tell your Realtor what to look for. Tell us your plans and we reply by phone or email.
Read our guide to moving to Barrington, IL before you choose an area.
Types of homes for sale in Barrington
Homes near downtown and the station
The Metra station at 201 S Spring St and downtown are close. Homes within a walk of the station are a separate price point from homes that need a car.
Newer subdivisions
Larger lots and newer systems, in exchange for a drive to downtown and the station. Compare each home with recent sales in the same subdivision.
What changes the price of a Barrington home
- Age and updates. Updates to the roof, wiring, windows and mechanicals, especially in older homes.
- Distance to downtown and the train. Homes within a walk of downtown and the station sell differently from homes farther out.
- County. Barrington sits in Cook and Lake counties. The county sets the tax bill, so check which side of the line the address is on.
- Lot and subdivision. A lot in a subdivision with similar homes is priced from that subdivision, not the whole village.
Nearby villages with their own pages
| Village | What it is known for | Goes to |
|---|---|---|
| Barrington Hills | Estate and horse property on 5-acre lots | /realtor-barrington-hills-il |
| South Barrington | Luxury subdivisions, including The Glen and Nathan's Glen | /realtor-south-barrington-il |
| Lake Barrington | Townhomes and condos at Lake Barrington Shores | /realtor-lake-barrington-il |
| North Barrington | Wynstone, a gated golf community | /wynstone-homes-for-sale |
How to start your Barrington home search
- Talk to a lender about your budget and a pre-approval, so you know your range before you tour.
- Pick the area and the type of home that fits how you live: historic district, near the station, or a subdivision.
- Tour homes in more than one area, so the differences in price and condition are clear.
- Make an offer built on recent sales on the same side of the village, and ask for the dates on the roof, wiring and mechanicals.
Our buyer's agent page explains each step in more detail.
Questions about homes for sale in Barrington, IL
How do I find homes for sale in Barrington IL?
Tell us your budget, the area you like and the type of home you want. We reply by phone or email. Call (847) 925-7416 or send the form above.
Are there condos and townhomes in the Barrington area?
Lake Barrington Shores, in the neighboring village of Lake Barrington, is known for townhomes and condos. See our Lake Barrington page for that market.
Is it better to buy near the Barrington train station?
It depends on how you live. Homes within a walk of the station are a separate price point, so decide first whether the train is part of your week. If it is, start your search near the station.
Can I change the outside of a Barrington historic district home?
Ask the village whether any review applies to outside changes before you plan work on a historic district home.
Do I pay Cook or Lake County taxes on a Barrington home?
It depends on the address. Barrington sits in both counties, so the county is set by which side of the line the home is on.
Sources: Village of Barrington history page, National Park Service register record, Metra station page, read November 2026.
Buy a home in Barrington
Tell us what you want in a home. Realtor in Northwest Suburbs replies by phone or email.