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$457,000Median listing price
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About Lake Barrington
Lake Barrington (~5,000 residents) is a village between Barrington and Fox River Grove, mixing subdivisions with more modest neighborhoods. Housing ranges from lake-area homes to subdivisions and townhomes.
Home prices in Lake Barrington
The median listing price in Lake Barrington is $457,000.
Top places in Lake Barrington
- Village parks and trails.
- Route 14 corridor
- Nearby Barrington downtown and Metra (~10 minutes).
- Nearby Fox River boating access.
Commuting from Lake Barrington
- No Metra station in the village; nearest is Barrington on the Union Pacific Northwest (UP-NW) Line (~10 minutes by car, approximate).
- Approximate drive to downtown Chicago (the Loop): ~45–60 minutes (approximate; traffic-dependent).
Schools in Lake 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.
Lake Barrington FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Lake Barrington, IL?
The median listing price in Lake Barrington is $457,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Lake Barrington, IL?
No Metra station in the village; nearest is Barrington on the Union Pacific Northwest (UP-NW) Line (~10 minutes by car, approximate). - Which school district serves Lake Barrington, IL?
Lake 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.
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.