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Moving to Barrington, IL
$818,750Median listing price
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About Barrington
Barrington (~10,600 residents, mostly in Cook County with portions in Lake, Kane and McHenry counties) is a village with a storybook downtown — Cook Street and Main Street lined with independent shops, restaurants and the historic Catlow Theater. Housing ranges from historic homes near downtown to large-lot estates and equestrian properties.
Home prices in Barrington
The median listing price in Barrington is $818,750.
Top places in Barrington
- Downtown Barrington
- Barrington Farmers Market
- Citizens Park
- Barrington Art Festival
- Cuba Marsh Forest Preserve
- Baker Lake area and village parks.
Commuting from Barrington
- Metra Union Pacific Northwest (UP-NW) Line; Barrington station downtown to Ogilvie Transportation Center.
- Typical weekday train to Ogilvie: approximately 60–70 minutes (approximate; varies by stopping pattern).
- Approximate drive to downtown Chicago (the Loop): ~40–55 minutes (approximate; traffic-dependent, ~35 miles).
Schools in Barrington
Public schools: Barrington Community Unit School District 220. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Barrington FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Barrington, IL?
The median listing price in Barrington is $818,750. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Barrington, IL?
Metra Union Pacific Northwest (UP-NW) Line; Barrington station downtown to Ogilvie Transportation Center. - Which school district serves Barrington, IL?
Barrington is served by Barrington Community Unit School District 220. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.