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-b uilt 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, prviding 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 .

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on 278 Donlea Rd
in Barrington Hills, IL
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Property MLS #12093188 from MRED

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+ Bedrooms

Bedrooms: 6
Bedrooms Possible: 6
Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 21 x 18
Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 13 x 12
Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 17 x 17
Bedroom 4 Dimensions: 11 x 19
Bedroom 5 Dimensions: 11 x 19
Bedroom 6 Dimensions: 18 x 32
Primary Bedroom Level: Second
Bedroom 2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3 Level: Second
Bedroom 4 Level: Second
Bedroom 5 Level: Second
Bedroom 6 Level: Main

+ Other Rooms

Total Rooms: 12
Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Foyer, Mud Room, Storage, Attic, Great Room
Storage: 10 x 6
Storage Level: Main
Attic: 25 x 33
Attic Level: Second
Laundry: 11 x 10
Laundry Level: Second
Basement Features: Partial
Entry Foyer Dimensions: 15 x 6
Family Room Dimensions: 25 x 20
Great Room Dimensions: 17 x 28
Living Room Dimensions: 15 x 27
Mud Room Dimensions: 11 x 4
Basement Sqft: 853
Entry Foyer Level: Main
Family Room Level: Main
Great Room Level: Main
Living Room Level: Main
Mud Room Level: Main
Basement Description: Unfinished

+ Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 5
Full Bathrooms: 4
1/2 Bathrooms: 1

+ Interior 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
Flooring: Hardwood

+ Appliances

Yes

+ Heating and Cooling

Cooling Features: Central Air
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Gas Log
Heating Features: Natural Gas
Number of Fireplaces: 4

+ Kitchen and Dining

Dining Area Dimensions: 22 x 17
Dining Area Level: Main
Kitchen Dimensions: 26 x 21
Kitchen Level: Main

+ Exterior and Lot Features

Patio
Porch
Hot Tub
Storms/Screens
Other Structures: Gazebo, Outbuilding, Shed(s), Garage(s)

+ Land Info

Lot Description: Horses Allowed, Pond(s), Wooded, Mature Trees, Backs to Trees/Woods, Garden, Partial Fencing, Views, Woven Wire Fence
Lot Size Acres: 8.73
Lot Size Square Feet: 380279

+ Garage and Parking

Driveway: Asphalt
Garage Spaces: 4
Garage Description: Detached
Garage Features: Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s)
Parking Total: 4

+ School Information

Elementary School: Countryside Elementary School
Elementary School District: 220
High School: Barrington High School
High School District: 220
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Countryside Elementary School is a public elementary school located approximately 0.9 miles away.
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Barrington High School is a public high school located approximately 2.4 miles away.
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Barrington Mdle School- Prairie Cmps is a public middle school located approximately 4 miles away.
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Noahs Ark Christian Preschool is a private elementary school located approximately 2.9 miles away.
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+ Amenities and Community Features

Community Features: Horse-Riding Trails, Lake, Street Paved

+ Other Property Info

Annual Tax Amount: 21178.06
Source Listing Status: Active
County: Cook
Directions: County Line Rd West of Ridge, to Donlea then head Southwest
Tax Year: 2022
Ownership: Fee Simple
Source Property Type: Residential
Parcel Number: 01041000040000
Township: Barrington
Property Subtype: Detached Single
Source System Name: C2C
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Year	Assessments Building + Land Total	Tax
2021	$51,683 + $38,027 $89,710	$23,125
2020	$51,683 + $38,027 $89,710	$22,503
2019	$61,651 + $38,027 $99,678	$21,888
2018	$83,910 + $28,520 $112,430	$25,321
2017	$83,910 + $28,520 $112,430	$24,778
2016	$83,910 + $28,520 $112,430	$23,639
2015	$86,475 + $19,013 $105,488	$24,781
2014	$86,475 + $19,013 $105,488	$24,747
2013	$86,475 + $19,013 $105,488	$23,756
2012	$100,024 + $19,013 $119,037	$25,546
2011	$100,024 + $19,013 $119,037	$24,058
2010	$100,024 + $19,013 $119,037	$23,549
2009	$103,618 + $28,520 $132,138	$24,676
2007	$92,011 + $45,633 $137,644	$22,788
2006	$108,576 + $30,422 $138,998	$23,992

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Listing removed 2024-06-25
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Listed 2024-06-24
$999,900
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Listing removed 2024-05-11
$0
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Listed 2024-05-10
$1,099,900
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Listed 2024-04-01
$1,250,000
MRED

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Listing removed 2024-04-01
$1,250,000
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Listed 2024-03-15
$1,250,000
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Sold 1994-03-11
$835,000
Public Record

+ Building and Construction

Total Square Feet Living: 5795
Year Built: 1935
Property Age: 89
Roof: Asphalt
Levels or Stories: 2
Architectural Style: Colonial

+ Utilities

Sewer: Septic-Private
Water Source: Private Well

+ Home Features

Other Equipment: Water-Softener Owned, TV-Dish, Radon Mitigation System