Unbelievable five acre WATERFRONT property with 160 feet of frontage on Honey Lake. Every day feels like a vacation in this stunning Milton Schwartz designed 5 bedroom, 4 and a half bath hillside ranch. Enjoy breathtaking views from every room with walls of windows overlooking the expansive yard and lake. This spectacular home has been renovated to perfection by the current owners. The beautiful white kitchen has gorgeous custom cabinetry, quartzite countertops, and high end appliances including a professional range, wine fridge and ice maker perfect for entertaining. Stunning wood beamed ceilings highlight the light filled open and flowing main level living areas. Four of the bedrooms have private baths that all boast stunning tile work, high end finishes, and heated floors. The master bedroom feels like a true retreat with beautiful views and a spa like master bath with huge shower and soaking tub. The finished walk out lower level has plenty of flexible space for entertaining, playing, working from home, and guests. Walk outside and you are in your own private oasis. Relax on the expansive deck or wander down to your own private beach with stone paver fire pit, sandy beach, and dock. Swim, fish, skate, or just relax and enjoy the sunset. Everything has been done including a new TPO 50 year roof and a 17KW Generac whole house generator. Just move in,relax, and enjoy.
This hillside ranch is a true contemporary treasure designed by Milton Schwartz. Like a fine tapestry this home exudes a beautiful past & future. JUST updated w/high end finishes in baths,bedrooms & floors.This home is so inspired~includes black walnut, cedar, cypress, stone & marble. Best view w/ 5 acres & 160' frontage on 66 acre Honey Lake! Enjoy as nature lives w/you though every window. #amazing#inspired
Public Records
Mar 25, 2013
Sold
$745,000
$136/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08089086
Feb 4, 2013
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$745,000
$136/sq ft
Jan 17, 2013
Pending
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Sep 25, 2012
Contingent
—
Jul 8, 2012
Price Changed (Price Change)
$730,000
$134/sq ft
Jun 11, 2012
Listed (New)
$750,000
$137/sq ft
+11
This stunning home is a striking design by Milton Schwartz, renowned architect. Built in 1962 it was and is a true contemporary treasure, known as Prairie Modern. Like a fine tapestry this home exudes a beautiful past and future. Featuring black walnut, cedar, cypress, stone and marble, this hillside ranch claims 5 acres and 160' frontage on 66 acre Honey Lake and includes amazing sunsets and wildlife.
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07919874
Jun 11, 2012
Listing Removed
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Public Records
Aug 2, 2005
Sold
$850,000
$155/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$21,345 (+6.7%)
$65,533 + $254,217
$319,750
2024
$20,002 (+0.6%)
$65,533 + $254,217
$319,750
2023
$19,890 (+0.9%)
$61,800 + $238,751
$300,551
2022
$19,721 (+1.2%)
$58,578 + $226,304
$284,882
2021
$19,486 (+2.8%)
$64,604 + $215,934
$280,538
2020
$18,956 (−2.7%)
$63,505 + $212,262
$275,767
2019
$19,482 (−4.9%)
$61,639 + $224,842
$286,481
2018
$20,496 (+1.9%)
$70,515 + $235,923
$306,438
2017
$20,117 (+1.5%)
$70,515 + $235,923
$306,438
2016
$19,817 (+6.3%)
$69,098 + $231,184
$300,282
2015
$18,643 (+6.1%)
$66,492 + $222,463
$288,955
2013
$17,571 (+16.7%)
$77,223 + $163,257
$240,480
2012
$15,058 (+6.8%)
$79,730 + $140,626
$220,356
2011
$14,098 (−2.9%)
$104,460 + $134,186
$238,646
2010
$14,522 (+0.2%)
$85,424 + $172,566
$257,990
2008
$14,498 (+12.1%)
$91,265 + $184,365
$275,630
2007
$12,933
$86,977 + $175,703
$262,680
Tax history for 450 Signal Hill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$21,345 (+6.7%)
$65,533 + $254,217
$319,750
2024
$20,002 (+0.6%)
$65,533 + $254,217
$319,750
2023
$19,890 (+0.9%)
$61,800 + $238,751
$300,551
2022
$19,721 (+1.2%)
$58,578 + $226,304
$284,882
2021
$19,486 (+2.8%)
$64,604 + $215,934
$280,538
2020
$18,956 (−2.7%)
$63,505 + $212,262
$275,767
2019
$19,482 (−4.9%)
$61,639 + $224,842
$286,481
2018
$20,496 (+1.9%)
$70,515 + $235,923
$306,438
2017
$20,117 (+1.5%)
$70,515 + $235,923
$306,438
2016
$19,817 (+6.3%)
$69,098 + $231,184
$300,282
2015
$18,643 (+6.1%)
$66,492 + $222,463
$288,955
2013
$17,571 (+16.7%)
$77,223 + $163,257
$240,480
2012
$15,058 (+6.8%)
$79,730 + $140,626
$220,356
2011
$14,098 (−2.9%)
$104,460 + $134,186
$238,646
2010
$14,522 (+0.2%)
$85,424 + $172,566
$257,990
2008
$14,498 (+12.1%)
$91,265 + $184,365
$275,630
2007
$12,933
$86,977 + $175,703
$262,680
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
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Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# Of Cars: 2
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking: Garage
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Detached
Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
Driveway: Asphalt
Interior
Virtual Tour
Additional Media Type 1: Video
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 4
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink,Soaking Tub
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood, Water Softener Owned
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Location: Living Room
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Starter
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Deck, Brick Paver Patio, Fire Pit
Building Information
Living Area Source: Plans
Exterior Building Type: Cedar
Age: 51-60 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Aprox. Total Finished Sq Ft: 5,468
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: Hillside
Lower Sq Ft: 2284
Main Sq Ft: 3184
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Currently Being Leased: No
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): Yes
Rehab Year: 2015
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 5,468
Total Sq Ft: 5,468
General Information: School Bus Service
Parcel Number: 13134000250000
Lot Information
Dimensions: 116X403X71X157X959X121X722
Lot Size: 5.0-5.99 Acres
Lot Features: Water View, Lake Access
WaterfrontYN: Yes
Zero Lot Line: No
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $19,482.12
Tax Year: 2019
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private Well
Sewer: Septic-Private
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: North Barrington Elementary Scho
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
Subdivision Name: Biltmore
Township: Cuba
Corporate Limits: North Barrington
Directions: Rte 59 north to Signal Hill rd east to home on left.
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 5,784
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5.01 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1963
Year Renovated: 1963
County: Lake County
APN: 13-13-400-025
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 15, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing
Around this home
Schools
North Barrington Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.2mi
9/10
Barrington Middle School- Prairie Campus
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.7mi
8/10
Barrington High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.1mi
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 99° 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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Historical weather
North Barrington, IL • 60010
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.2 hours in
June and 3.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.2 hrs
3.4 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$1.50M – $1.81M
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