New construction available Fall 2025 in the heart of the Village on a quiet tree lined street. Thoughtful design and impeccable construction by Avalon, an award-winning local builder. This European farmhouse-inspired home has a fabulous layout with all the right spaces for today's lifestyles. Designed with stylish living in mind the "Heart-Of-Home" open floorplan boasts custom finishes throughout with extensive light and spacious rooms for both entertaining and quality family time. Bespoke features include: Vaulted ceilings, glass wine display vault, custom beam work, main floor library, hardwood flooring, custom millwork and a mudroom with family drop-zone. Gourmet kitchen including locally- sourced, custom Amish cabinets, generous island, a 4' wide workstation sink and naturally-lit, walk-in scullery/pantry. Artistic glass staircase tower with two-story windows leads to the spacious second floor. The opulent vaulted primary suite features a lavish spa bath with a zero-entry shower, heated-floor, freestanding slipper tub, a coffee/morning bar, and a huge walk-in closet with custom built-ins. There is an ensuite bedroom, two additional bedrooms sharing a double Jack-and-Jill bathroom, and a full laundry room on the second floor. Relax and enjoy this setting in the additional outdoor living spaces featuring a covered lanai with built-in BBQ, a dining patio, a separate firepit area and lush landscaping. Thoughtful exterior features also include landscape lighting and year-round color foliage. The finished basement option offers a family entertainment area bringing the total finished square footage to 4600. Curated designer finishes and fixtures inside and out may include: Kohler, Brizo, Ann Sacks, Grohe, Verona, Thermador, Miele, Kalista, Samsung, Visual Comfort, Kichler, Walker Zanger, and Bosch. Engineered and built for energy efficiency with lower utility costs and wi-fi enabled systems throughout to control your home from your tablet or smartphone wherever you are. Charge your electric vehicle in the attached and heated three car garage. Never walk in the rain or snow from your garage to your house. Walk to local eateries, coffee shops, and boutiques without ever crossing a busy street. All carefully curated fixtures and finishes are planned or could be customized by a buyer who acts quickly since Avalon Construction & Design homes all sell prior to completion. Call to schedule a review of the floor plans and tours of existing completed homes with the builder. Interior photos are from builder's other completed projects and are representative of the builder's finishes. This reputable builder/designer has already sold two custom homes on this street prior to completion.
Single-familyProperty Type
2024Year Built
9,748 sq ftLot Size
$361Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Heidi Seagren• Compass
Bought with Maria DelBoccio• @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Do not miss this great opportunity in the perfect Barrington location! Top rated schools, close proximity to train station, downtown area, shops, restaurants, etc. Home needs some updating but great bones, with hardwood floors in all 3 bedrooms & living room. Newer roof, windows, full unfinished basement and large lot, fenced on two sides. Detached garage was connected to house many years ago by breezeway and 3 season room added. 1 car garage and attached 3 season room need to be rebuilt or removed. Estate being sold "as is", please allow time for response. Cash or conventional only.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$7,368 (+2.3%)
$9,750 + $23,250
$33,000
2022
$7,199 (+12.3%)
$9,750 + $23,250
$33,000
2021
$6,409 (+3.6%)
$5,118 + $20,870
$25,988
2020
$6,186 (+29.1%)
$5,118 + $20,870
$25,988
2019
$4,791 (+13.9%)
$5,118 + $23,822
$28,940
2018
$4,207 (−22.8%)
$4,631 + $20,767
$25,398
2017
$5,448 (+26.4%)
$4,631 + $20,767
$25,398
2016
$4,311 (−1.3%)
$4,631 + $20,767
$25,398
2015
$4,366 (+3.3%)
$4,143 + $20,178
$24,321
2014
$4,228 (+12.7%)
$4,143 + $20,178
$24,321
2013
$3,751 (−21.4%)
$4,143 + $20,178
$24,321
2012
$4,770 (+10.4%)
$4,631 + $23,748
$28,379
2011
$4,321 (+21.4%)
$4,631 + $24,702
$29,333
2010
$3,560 (+17.9%)
$4,631 + $24,702
$29,333
2009
$3,020 (+9.5%)
$4,875 + $24,242
$29,117
2008
$2,759 (+1.7%)
$7,800 + $22,531
$30,331
2007
$2,713
$7,800 + $22,531
$30,331
Tax history for 240 Tower Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$7,368 (+2.3%)
$9,750 + $23,250
$33,000
2022
$7,199 (+12.3%)
$9,750 + $23,250
$33,000
2021
$6,409 (+3.6%)
$5,118 + $20,870
$25,988
2020
$6,186 (+29.1%)
$5,118 + $20,870
$25,988
2019
$4,791 (+13.9%)
$5,118 + $23,822
$28,940
2018
$4,207 (−22.8%)
$4,631 + $20,767
$25,398
2017
$5,448 (+26.4%)
$4,631 + $20,767
$25,398
2016
$4,311 (−1.3%)
$4,631 + $20,767
$25,398
2015
$4,366 (+3.3%)
$4,143 + $20,178
$24,321
2014
$4,228 (+12.7%)
$4,143 + $20,178
$24,321
2013
$3,751 (−21.4%)
$4,143 + $20,178
$24,321
2012
$4,770 (+10.4%)
$4,631 + $23,748
$28,379
2011
$4,321 (+21.4%)
$4,631 + $24,702
$29,333
2010
$3,560 (+17.9%)
$4,631 + $24,702
$29,333
2009
$3,020 (+9.5%)
$4,875 + $24,242
$29,117
2008
$2,759 (+1.7%)
$7,800 + $22,531
$30,331
2007
$2,713
$7,800 + $22,531
$30,331
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Freezer, Disposal, Humidifier
Water-Softener Owned, Security System, Fire Sprinklers, CO Detectors, Sump Pump, Air Purifier, Backup Sump Pump;, Radon Mitigation System, Water Heater-Gas
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Location: Family Room
Fireplace Features: Gas Log
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Building Information
Living Area Source: Plans
New ConstructionYN: Yes
Age: NEW Under Construction
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Combination
Aprox. Total Finished Sq Ft: 3,567
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 2 Stories
Main Sq Ft: 1640
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Currently Being Leased: No
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 5,207
Total Sq Ft: 3,567
Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 1640
Upper Sq Ft: 1927
General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
Parcel Number: 01013150020000
Lot Information
Dimensions: 65 X 150 X 65 X 150
Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $7,199
Tax Year: 2022
Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Community Information
Community Features: Street Paved
Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 220
Elementary School: Hough Street Elementary School
Middle Or Junior School District: 220
Middle Or Junior School: Barrington Middle School Prairie
High School District: 220
High School: Barrington High School
Location Information
Township: Barrington
Corporate Limits: Barrington
Directions: Hough to Hillside to Lill to Tower.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,020
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 9,750 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1953
Year Renovated: —
County: Cook County
APN: 01013150020000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Negotiable
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No
Teams Information
Buyer Team Name: The DelBoccio|Marchetti Group
Around this home
Schools
Hough Street Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
8/10
Barrington Middle School- Prairie Campus
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi
8/10
Barrington High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Barrington, IL • 60010
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In this area, properties receive around 10.2 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$1.58M – $1.91M
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