Quintessential Barrington Hills farmhouse retreat offers charm, nostalgic character, and all the amenities of today. Come home to a peaceful haven including a red seven stall barn with heated tack room and wash bay and 3 acres of pastures and a custom pool with pergola. Home proudly boasts original hardwood flooring, vaulted barnwood beamed ceilings, private living and family rooms, library and a main floor master suite. Bright and open kitchen has true farmhouse sink, Carrerra marble and opens to dining room and sunroom with Chicago brick flooring. Sun-drenched views of the perennial gardens, grounds and lush landscaping throughout. Enjoy the stunning sunsets, endless horizon, and all that this quaint village of Barrington Hills home has to offer. Oversized 4 car garage for all the toys. Close to downtown Barrington , shopping, dining, award-winning schools, Metra train and yet a world apart.
RanchProperty Type
1940Year Built
4.96 acresLot Size
$264Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Heidi Seagren• Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with Tara Kelleher• @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source:MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10711930
Redfin Estimate
$1,083,242
$348K since sold in February 2021
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This home's estimate is 46.9% higher than the average sale price ($737K) of 4 comparable homes.
Quintessential Barrington Hills farmhouse retreat offers charm, nostalgic character, and all the amenities of today. Come home to a peaceful haven including a red seven stall barn with heated tack room and wash bay and 3 acres of pastures and a custom pool with pergola. Home proudly boasts original hardwood flooring, vaulted barnwood beamed ceilings, private living and family rooms, library and a main floor master suite. Bright and open kitchen has true farmhouse sink, Carrerra marble and opens to dining room and sunroom with Chicago brick flooring. Sun-drenched views of the perennial gardens, grounds and lush landscaping throughout. Enjoy the stunning sunsets, endless horizon, and all that this quaint village of Barrington Hills home has to offer. Oversized 4 car garage for all the toys. Close to downtown Barrington , shopping, dining, award-winning schools, Metra train and yet a world apart.
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09734695
Oct 25, 2017
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$695,000
$169/sq ft
Aug 30, 2017
Contingent
—
Aug 29, 2017
Listed (New)
$675,000
$164/sq ft
+39
HGTV Magnolia Farm's Joanna Gaines meets Barrington Hills! This 1880's modern farmhouse is both timeless and stunning! It exudes character with original hardwood floors, vaulted barn wood beamed ceilings, sun room featuring plantation shutters and Chicago brick fireplace, floor and patio! Gorgeous views from every window of perennial gardens, salt water pool with pergola, 3+ acres of pastures and 7-stall barn with heated tack room and wash bay. Kitchen has Carrera marble, high end stainless steel appliances and farm sink! Master on main level with completely updated master bath. Incredible private/professionally landscaped 5 acres facing straight west for unmatched sunset views every night! Oversized 4 car garage! Perfect blend of history and modern amenities!
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08600022
Aug 29, 2014
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$665,000
$162/sq ft
Jun 23, 2014
Price Changed (Price Change)
$660,000
$161/sq ft
Jun 23, 2014
Contingent
—
Jun 23, 2014
Relisted (Reactivated)
—
Jun 23, 2014
Contingent
—
Apr 30, 2014
Listed (New)
$675,000
$164/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08499618
Apr 21, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Apr 4, 2014
Relisted (Reactivated)
—
Mar 21, 2014
Contingent
—
Mar 14, 2014
Price Changed (Price Change)
*
Dec 6, 2013
Listed (New)
*
Public Records
Sep 8, 1998
Sold
$595,000
$145/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 27, 1993
Sold
$544,000
$132/sq ft
Public Records
May 12, 1993
Sold
$552,000
$134/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 6, 1989
Sold
$950,000
$231/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,363 (+28.4%)
$78,677 + $150,128
$228,805
2024
$14,300 (−8.9%)
$72,767 + $139,063
$211,830
2023
$15,702 (−5.4%)
$65,081 + $124,652
$189,733
2022
$16,604 (+3.4%)
$100,777 + $112,013
$212,790
2021
$16,054 (−5.4%)
$93,886 + $104,353
$198,239
2020
$16,970 (+6.4%)
$90,562 + $100,659
$191,221
2019
$15,947 (+5.7%)
$128,776 + $78,386
$207,162
2018
$15,090 (+7.8%)
$118,962 + $72,412
$191,374
2017
$14,003 (+5.2%)
$118,962 + $72,412
$191,374
2016
$13,314 (+4.3%)
$105,112 + $63,981
$169,093
2015
$12,761 (+9.5%)
$105,112 + $63,981
$169,093
2013
$11,653 (−10.5%)
$98,056 + $59,686
$157,742
2012
$13,025 (−24.0%)
$104,526 + $63,624
$168,150
2011
$17,135 (−1.2%)
$114,940 + $102,558
$217,498
2010
$17,348 (+7.3%)
$122,839 + $109,606
$232,445
2008
$16,174 (+22.9%)
$122,839 + $133,610
$256,449
2007
$13,160
$91,882 + $129,920
$221,802
Tax history for 38 Ridge Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,363 (+28.4%)
$78,677 + $150,128
$228,805
2024
$14,300 (−8.9%)
$72,767 + $139,063
$211,830
2023
$15,702 (−5.4%)
$65,081 + $124,652
$189,733
2022
$16,604 (+3.4%)
$100,777 + $112,013
$212,790
2021
$16,054 (−5.4%)
$93,886 + $104,353
$198,239
2020
$16,970 (+6.4%)
$90,562 + $100,659
$191,221
2019
$15,947 (+5.7%)
$128,776 + $78,386
$207,162
2018
$15,090 (+7.8%)
$118,962 + $72,412
$191,374
2017
$14,003 (+5.2%)
$118,962 + $72,412
$191,374
2016
$13,314 (+4.3%)
$105,112 + $63,981
$169,093
2015
$12,761 (+9.5%)
$105,112 + $63,981
$169,093
2013
$11,653 (−10.5%)
$98,056 + $59,686
$157,742
2012
$13,025 (−24.0%)
$104,526 + $63,624
$168,150
2011
$17,135 (−1.2%)
$114,940 + $102,558
$217,498
2010
$17,348 (+7.3%)
$122,839 + $109,606
$232,445
2008
$16,174 (+22.9%)
$122,839 + $133,610
$256,449
2007
$13,160
$91,882 + $129,920
$221,802
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Property details
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Sq. Ft: 1,143
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 2
# of 1/2 Baths: 1
Heating & Cooling
Heating Type: Forced Air Gas
Room Information
# of Rooms: 10
Exterior
Exterior Information
Building Style Type: Colonial
Exterior Wall: Frame Siding
Property Information
Living Sq. Ft: 2,963
Ground Floor Sq. Ft: 2,287
Building Sq. Ft: 4,106
# of Stories: 2
Legal Description: DOC 2025R0032697 NE1/4 NE1/4 NE1/4 /EX W 5.04A/
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 216,058
Legal Block Number: 200
Municipality Name: ALGONQUIN TOWNSHIP
Acres: 4.96
County Use Description: FARM LAND WITH BUILDINGS
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,106
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4.96 acres
Style: Ranch
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: —
County: McHenry County
APN: 20-32-200-003
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 15, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
Countryside Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.6mi
8/10
Barrington Middle School Station
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.2mi
7/10
Barrington High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.8mi
10/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being 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
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Barrington, IL • 60010
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.1 hours in
June and 3.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.1 hrs
3.4 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$1.03M – $1.25M
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