When convenience, functionality & privacy create a mostly fenced .47 acre sanctuary in Barrington only 3 doors down from Cuba Marsh & minutes to town, Metra, shops, entertainment & restaurants. Presenting a charming entry opening to spacious living room with French doors & elegant dining room with floor to ceiling windows & kitchen access. The custom kitchen was thoughtfully designed with cherry cabinets, granite, stainless steel appliances including double oven, breakfast bar overlooking kitchen table space, access to patio & family room. Luxurious family presents a brick fireplace & sliding doors to patio. 1st floor also features gorgeous hardwood floors, powder room with penny tile accent wall & remarkable laundry room with custom cherry lockers. Commencing to 2nd floor to 4 bedrooms & 2 full baths consisting of sprawling master suite with walk-in closet, sitting area, double vanity, shower & Jacuzzi. Finished lower level with porcelain tile throughout! Attached 2+ garage stall with an additional heated detached 3 car garage that can be used as a shop or a place for the toys. Property has city water and sewer. Updated lighting thru out. Pool included in sale, new water softener, new combo washer/dryer, added new entryway deck with awning, gazebo, 2 detached storage sheds, Roof 12 years old, new windows 13 years ago, HVAC 8 years old and 75 gallon hot water tank 8 years old.
This home features sliding glass doors that lead into the back yard from the eat-in area of the kitchen, and the family room.
9 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Cyndi Ribolzi
Redfin Associate agent
Home shares a driveway with neighboring home. Little to no street noise can be heard once inside. Laundry and cubbies located in the mudroom off garage.
9 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Cyndi Ribolzi
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 523 N Ela Rd
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12513717
Feb 27, 2026
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$635,000
$239/sq ft
Jan 21, 2026
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
—
Nov 7, 2025
Listed (Active)
$649,990
$245/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12500777
Nov 7, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Oct 21, 2025
Listed (Active)
*
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12457364
Oct 21, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Aug 27, 2025
Listed (Active)
*
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12441089
Aug 27, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Aug 7, 2025
Listed (Active)
*
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12432483
Aug 6, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Jul 29, 2025
Listed (Active)
*
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12420358
Jul 29, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Jul 15, 2025
Listed (Active)
*
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10410438
Mar 23, 2020
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$399,000
$150/sq ft
Jan 15, 2020
Contingent
—
Oct 28, 2019
Price Changed
$420,000
$158/sq ft
Sep 15, 2019
Price Changed
$425,000
$160/sq ft
Jul 11, 2019
Price Changed
$435,000
$164/sq ft
Jun 10, 2019
Listed (New)
$440,000
$166/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10128930
Jun 10, 2019
Listing Removed
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Jan 19, 2019
Price Changed
*
Nov 2, 2018
Listed (New)
*
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09649644
Aug 23, 2017
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$426,000
$160/sq ft
Jul 19, 2017
Pending (Contingent (Do Not Show))
—
Jul 14, 2017
Relisted (Reactivated)
—
Jul 6, 2017
Contingent
—
Jun 30, 2017
Price Changed
$425,000
$160/sq ft
Jun 6, 2017
Listed (New)
$449,000
$169/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09609269
Jun 6, 2017
Listing Removed
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May 17, 2017
Price Changed
*
May 6, 2017
Price Changed
*
Apr 28, 2017
Listed (New)
*
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08499458
Mar 13, 2014
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$342,500
$129/sq ft
Jan 13, 2014
Pending
—
Jan 2, 2014
Price Changed (Price Change)
$349,900
$132/sq ft
Dec 6, 2013
Listed (New)
$379,900
$143/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07919806
Feb 14, 2012
Listing Removed
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Nov 3, 2011
Price Changed (Price Change)
*
Oct 7, 2011
Listed (New)
*
Public Records
Jun 30, 2004
Sold
$407,500
$153/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,728 (+4.9%)
$44,746 + $155,464
$200,210
2024
$13,088 (−2.3%)
$44,746 + $155,464
$200,210
2023
$13,392 (+36.8%)
$42,856 + $148,898
$191,754
2022
$9,787 (+2.2%)
$41,705 + $144,899
$186,604
2021
$9,579 (+2.2%)
$40,898 + $95,585
$136,483
2020
$9,368 (−17.8%)
$39,850 + $93,136
$132,986
2019
$11,402 (+13.2%)
$39,502 + $122,943
$162,445
2018
$10,075 (−3.9%)
$42,495 + $103,817
$146,312
2017
$10,482 (+0.7%)
$42,495 + $103,817
$146,312
2016
$10,413 (+3.9%)
$41,983 + $102,566
$144,549
2015
$10,018 (+1.1%)
$40,654 + $99,318
$139,972
2013
$9,906 (−4.3%)
$40,181 + $93,062
$133,243
2012
$10,349 (+11.2%)
$39,985 + $105,242
$145,227
2011
$9,305 (−7.3%)
$40,931 + $107,731
$148,662
2010
$10,036 (−11.2%)
$38,928 + $137,495
$176,423
2008
$11,302 (+10.8%)
$47,126 + $159,687
$206,813
2007
$10,202
$45,846 + $155,350
$201,196
Tax history for 523 N Ela Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,728 (+4.9%)
$44,746 + $155,464
$200,210
2024
$13,088 (−2.3%)
$44,746 + $155,464
$200,210
2023
$13,392 (+36.8%)
$42,856 + $148,898
$191,754
2022
$9,787 (+2.2%)
$41,705 + $144,899
$186,604
2021
$9,579 (+2.2%)
$40,898 + $95,585
$136,483
2020
$9,368 (−17.8%)
$39,850 + $93,136
$132,986
2019
$11,402 (+13.2%)
$39,502 + $122,943
$162,445
2018
$10,075 (−3.9%)
$42,495 + $103,817
$146,312
2017
$10,482 (+0.7%)
$42,495 + $103,817
$146,312
2016
$10,413 (+3.9%)
$41,983 + $102,566
$144,549
2015
$10,018 (+1.1%)
$40,654 + $99,318
$139,972
2013
$9,906 (−4.3%)
$40,181 + $93,062
$133,243
2012
$10,349 (+11.2%)
$39,985 + $105,242
$145,227
2011
$9,305 (−7.3%)
$40,931 + $107,731
$148,662
2010
$10,036 (−11.2%)
$38,928 + $137,495
$176,423
2008
$11,302 (+10.8%)
$47,126 + $159,687
$206,813
2007
$10,202
$45,846 + $155,350
$201,196
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.5 Acres
Year renovated
1974
Sq. Ft.
2,656
Year built
1974
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lake County
APN
14-31-403-005
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 5
# of Parking (Total): 5
Parking Features: Asphalt, Side Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage, Garage Owned, Attached, Detached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bath Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Double Sink,Soaking Tub