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Property Description
Vintage Village Charmer on Lake Street! This storybook home will delight you from the moment you arrive, with its white picket fence, lush perennial gardens, and welcoming covered front porch. Perfectly located, you'll enjoy the ease of Village living-just steps from restaurants, shops, the Metra, and award-winning schools. Seamlessly blending timeless character with modern updates, this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 3-bath home offers refinished hardwood floors, detailed millwork, plantation shutters, and an abundance of natural light throughout. The gracious foyer with its striking staircase opens to a spacious living room featuring arched doorways and a cozy wood-burning fireplace. The adjoining dining room, accented by a bay window and picture frame moldings, flows effortlessly into the updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, and plentiful cabinetry. A light-filled family room with custom built-ins, a charming window seat, and French doors to the patio provides the perfect gathering space, complemented by a full bath nearby. Upstairs, the luxurious primary suite impresses with vaulted ceilings, skylights, dual walk-in closets, and a chic bath with on trend design glass door shower. Three additional bedrooms share a lovely hall bath with a tub/shower combination. Basement with built-in shelving, ample storage and laundry. Outside, enjoy the enchanting fenced backyard with its brick and limestone patio-an ideal setting for relaxing or entertaining. A unique "garden apartment" in separate English basement with private entrance, kitchen and full bath offers flexible space for guests, a home office, or studio. Meticulously maintained and completely turnkey, this special home combines vintage elegance with today's modern comforts in the heart of the Village!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 126 W Lake St
General
- Sold For: $815,000
- Taxes: $12,056 (2023)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12489127
- Added to Site: 100 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st-Floor Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Wood-Burning, Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Heatilator
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Range Hood, Water Purifier, Humidifier
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Basement Baths: Yes
- Bathroom Features: Whirlpool, Separate Shower, Double Sink, Soaking Tub
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Additional Information
- Equipment: Water Softener (Owned), Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Radon Mitigation System
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Train, Historical District
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: Barrington Area
- County: Cook
- Subdivision: Barrington Village
- Driving Directions: Hough Street south of Main Street to Lake Street west to 126
School Information
- School District: 220
- Midd School District: 220
- Elementary School: Hough Street Elementary School
- Middle School: Barrington Middle School Prairie
- High School: Barrington High School
- Private School: Barrington High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+
Utilities
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: American Foursquare
- Construction: Frame
- Exterior Const.: Frame
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Unfinished, Crawl Space, Exterior Entry, Partial, Daylight
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 2,629
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1910
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.15
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 65 x 94
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Landscaped, Mature Trees
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1910
- Tax Amount: $12,056.38
- Tax Year: 2023
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 1011000970000
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Schools
Schools serving 126 W Lake St
School District:Barrington Community Unit School District 220
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Hough Street Elementary School 310 South Hough Street, Barrington, IL 60010 | K-5 | 0.1 mi |
Barrington Middle School- Prairie Campus 40 East Dundee Road, Barrington, IL 60010 | 6-8 | 1.7 mi |
Barrington High School 616 West Main Street, Barrington, IL 60010 | 9-12 | 1 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 126 W Lake St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/13/2026
Sold
$815,000
-4.12%
MLS
10/09/2025
Listed
$850,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
126 W Lake Street, Barrington, IL 60010 (MLS# 12489127) is a Single Family property that was sold at $815,000 on January 13, 2026. Want to learn more about 126 W Lake Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Barrington? You can browse all Barrington real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

