This fully permitted, move-in-ready home has been completely renovated to offer maintenance-free living for years to come. The exterior features a durable brick and stone facade with aluminum windows and soffits, while the interior boasts brand-new electrical service with a modern panel, updated lighting fixtures, outlets, and a Nest thermostat. A dedicated line to the garage provides power for an electric car charging station, as well as new service for garage lighting, outlets, and a door opener. The plumbing has been fully upgraded, including a new lower-level bathroom with an ejector pit and pump. The kitchen features stunning new 40" tall upper cabinets, an oversized quartz island, glass tile backsplash, Whirlpool appliances, and modern fixtures, while the bathrooms are fully updated with stylish finishes. Energy efficiency has been maximized with double low-e insulated windows featuring aluminum cladding, new exterior doors, and R49 blown-in fiberglass insulation in the attic. Freshly refinished hardwood floors span the main level, complemented by new solid-core six-panel doors, updated trim, and fresh paint throughout. The fully finished lower level includes new drywall, paint, luxury vinyl plank flooring with a warranty, and plenty of storage closets, along with new hardwood stairs leading down. A cozy brick fireplace in the living room adds charm and warmth, perfect for winter evenings. The garage features a freshly painted exterior and a roof that's approximately two years old, while the house roof, gutters, and soffits are about 10 years old. The backyard includes a lovely brick patio, ideal for outdoor gatherings. Located in a sought-after area with access to top-rated Highland Park or Deerfield High School, this home offers a prime location near shopping, restaurants, Ravinia, the Chicago Botanic Garden, and the Edens Expressway for quick access to Chicago. This property blends timeless charm with modern upgrades-View the 3-D tour and schedule your showing today!
Single-familyProperty Type
1956Year Built
6,969 sq ftLot Size
$452Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Neil Gates• Chase Real Estate LLC
Bought with Bonnie Fischoff• Keller Williams North Shore West
Bath updated. Kitchen will benefit with updating. Rail tracks right behind spacious garage. Full basement but unfished except for some damage wallboard.
2 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Tom Boysen
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 551 Barberry Rd
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12354826
Jul 7, 2025
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$477,500
$426/sq ft
Jun 4, 2025
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
—
May 22, 2025
Price Changed
$489,700
$437/sq ft
May 8, 2025
Price Changed
$494,700
$442/sq ft
May 2, 2025
Listed (Active)
$499,700
$446/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12257711
May 2, 2025
Listing Removed
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Mar 26, 2025
Price Changed
*
Mar 5, 2025
Price Changed
*
Feb 12, 2025
Price Changed
*
Jan 22, 2025
Price Changed
*
Jan 2, 2025
Listed (Active)
*
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12209783
Jan 2, 2025
Listing Removed
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Nov 15, 2024
Listed (Active)
*
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12049619
Jun 21, 2024
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$352,000
$314/sq ft
May 31, 2024
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
—
May 17, 2024
Relisted (Active)
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May 15, 2024
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
—
May 10, 2024
Listed (Active)
$375,000
$335/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,056 (+24.7%)
$38,508 + $69,902
$108,410
2024
$7,262 (+8.6%)
$38,508 + $69,902
$108,410
2023
$6,687 (−4.3%)
$36,304 + $65,902
$102,206
2022
$6,985 (+8.9%)
$32,724 + $59,403
$92,127
2021
$6,413 (+14.8%)
$35,949 + $52,518
$88,467
2020
$5,589 (+4.4%)
$34,750 + $50,767
$85,517
2019
$5,353 (+2.9%)
$34,587 + $50,530
$85,117
2018
$5,200 (+2.6%)
$38,185 + $50,614
$88,799
2017
$5,070 (−1.4%)
$38,185 + $50,614
$88,799
2016
$5,141 (−4.3%)
$37,965 + $50,322
$88,287
2015
$5,372 (−6.7%)
$36,143 + $47,907
$84,050
2013
$5,755 (+0.9%)
$32,971 + $48,158
$81,129
2012
$5,701 (+2.0%)
$33,826 + $49,407
$83,233
2011
$5,588 (−6.4%)
$34,348 + $50,170
$84,518
2010
$5,970 (+4.2%)
$43,065 + $59,561
$102,626
2008
$5,729 (+0.4%)
$45,639 + $63,121
$108,760
2007
$5,704
$44,010 + $60,868
$104,878
Tax history for 551 Barberry Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,056 (+24.7%)
$38,508 + $69,902
$108,410
2024
$7,262 (+8.6%)
$38,508 + $69,902
$108,410
2023
$6,687 (−4.3%)
$36,304 + $65,902
$102,206
2022
$6,985 (+8.9%)
$32,724 + $59,403
$92,127
2021
$6,413 (+14.8%)
$35,949 + $52,518
$88,467
2020
$5,589 (+4.4%)
$34,750 + $50,767
$85,517
2019
$5,353 (+2.9%)
$34,587 + $50,530
$85,117
2018
$5,200 (+2.6%)
$38,185 + $50,614
$88,799
2017
$5,070 (−1.4%)
$38,185 + $50,614
$88,799
2016
$5,141 (−4.3%)
$37,965 + $50,322
$88,287
2015
$5,372 (−6.7%)
$36,143 + $47,907
$84,050
2013
$5,755 (+0.9%)
$32,971 + $48,158
$81,129
2012
$5,701 (+2.0%)
$33,826 + $49,407
$83,233
2011
$5,588 (−6.4%)
$34,348 + $50,170
$84,518
2010
$5,970 (+4.2%)
$43,065 + $59,561
$102,626
2008
$5,729 (+0.4%)
$45,639 + $63,121
$108,760
2007
$5,704
$44,010 + $60,868
$104,878
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
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Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
7,279 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1956
Sq. Ft.
1,120
Year built
1956
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lake County
APN
16-34-203-028
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
R6
Medium Density Residential District
This zoning district provides for medium density residential and normal accessory uses. It is not intended to allow commercial, industrial, governmental, recreational, or like uses in this district; however, certain facilities required to serve educational, religious, or other needs of the area may be allowed within the district as conditional uses subject to restrictions intended to preserve and protect the residential character
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Day care facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Educational/school
Golf related
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2.5
# of Parking (Total): 2.5
Parking Features: Concrete, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage