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FOR SALE

654 Harvard Ave
Barrington, IL 60010

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,556 sqft

$579,000

Est. Mortgage $3,960/mo*

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$579,000

Est. Mortgage $3,960/mo*

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4 Beds

2 Baths

1,556 sqft

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Description

Bring your vision to life in this charming corner-lot retreat, ideally situated across from serene Baker's Lake-a protected Nature Preserve where nothing can ever be built. Enjoy the assurance that your breathtaking views will always remain natural, complete with remarkable sunrises that set the tone for peaceful mornings. This home offers a rare opportunity to customize your dream space in a premier, forever-private setting. While you plan your aesthetic upgrades, enjoy true peace of mind knowing the major mechanicals are already handled: newer furnace, A/C, and water heater (2024), along with a water treatment system (2023). Designed for entertaining, the layout features a partially finished walkout basement and two expansive decks overlooking your private corner lot and preserved lake views. Whether you envision a modern lakeside masterpiece or a cozy sanctuary, the heavy lifting is done-now it's ready for your finishing touch.

Home Highlights

Parking

Garage

Outdoor

Deck

A/C

Heating & Cooling

HOA

None

Price/Sqft

$372

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Home Details for 654 Harvard Ave

Active Status
MLS Status: Active

Interior Features
Interior Details Basement: Partially Finished,Walk-Out AccessNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Office, Pantry, Recreation Rm, Utility Room Lower Level
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 1556 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, DryerDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Living RoomHas a Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability Access
View No ViewView: Side(s) of Property

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: Deck
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
Frontage WaterfrontOn Waterfront
Water & Sewer Sewer: Septic Tank

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1955Year Renovated: 2026
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building Construction Materials: Brick, CombinationNot a New Construction
Property Information Parcel Number: 01014100120000

Price & Status
Price List Price: $579,000Price Per Sqft: $372
Status Change & Dates Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location
Direction & Address City: Barrington
School Information Elementary School: Hough Street Elementary SchoolElementary School District: 220Jr High / Middle School: Barrington Middle School PrairieJr High / Middle School District: 220High School: Barrington High SchoolHigh School District: 220

Agent Information
Listing Agent Listing ID: 12637529

Building
Building Area Building Area: 2674 Square Feet

HOA
HOA Fee Includes: None

Listing Info
Special Conditions: None

Business
Business Information Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous
BasementMls Number: 12637529Water ViewWater View: Side(s) of Property

Additional Information
Source Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD IDX Comments Reviews: NoMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD Address On VOW Display: YesMRD AVM On IDX Display: NoMRD Price History On IDX Display: NoMRD Market Time On IDX Display: NoMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address DisplayHide Days On Site DisplayHide Price History DisplayMRD Remarks On VOW Display: Yes

Last check for updates: about 13 hours ago

Listing courtesy of: Dean Tubekis, (847) 541-5000

Coldwell Banker Realty

Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12637529

Also Listed on MRED as distributed by MLS GRID.

Market trends in Barrington

Last updated May 2026

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Price History for 654 Harvard Ave

Date	Price	Event	Source
12/29/2020	$210,000	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 12/29/2020 Contract Date 09/30/2020 County Transfer Tax $105 Total Transfer Tax $210
06/23/2009	$259,900	ListingRemoved	Agent Provided

04/27/2009	$259,900	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $9,000 (-3%)
03/28/2009	$268,900	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

07/22/1999	$291,000	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 07/22/1999 Contract Date 07/16/1999 County Transfer Tax $146 Total Transfer Tax $291

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Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
917 S Summit St, Barrington, IL	0.23	Single-Family Home	$625,000	10/15/25	4	2	1,500
655 Harvard Ave, Barrington, IL	0.04	Single-Family Home	$690,000	06/16/25	4	3.5	1,822
1221 S Grove Ave, Barrington, IL	0.39	Single-Family Home	$430,000	09/04/25	4	2	1,800
1004 S Grove Ave, Barrington, IL	0.34	Single-Family Home	$510,000	03/09/26	3	2	1,638
733 Prairie Ave, Barrington, IL	0.40	Single-Family Home	$385,000	11/05/25	3	2	1,300
1107 S Hough St, Barrington, IL	0.46	Single-Family Home	$347,850	10/31/25	3	2	1,250
454 Harvard Ave, Barrington, IL	0.17	Single-Family Home	$665,000	04/03/26	3	2.5	1,964
743 Skyline Dr, Barrington, IL	0.60	Single-Family Home	$295,000	03/27/26	4	2	1,118
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917 S Grove Ave, Barrington, IL	0.31	Single-Family Home	$515,000	05/05/26	3	2.5	1,753

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Barrington

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97 % Say it's dog friendly
92 % Say parking is easy
86 % Say people would walk alone at night
86 % Say there's holiday spirit
82 % Say car is needed
75 % Say yards are well-kept
72 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
72 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
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1y ago
"I love this area but the traffic is terrible. The location here has great restaurants, library and parks."
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"Safe place to raise a family and the people are so nice. Is a great community to watch your kids develop social skills as well as friends and sports. The schools are fantastic."
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2y ago
"It’s a great quite neighborhood and a very nice place to raise a family the school system is 1 of the best in the country my kids are doing great "
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2y ago
"Safe neighbors and an amazing group of kids. The schools are amazing in the country club options are fantastic."
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5y ago
"Our neighborhood has no sidewalks or streetlights. Personally I enjoy walking my dog around our quiet neighborhood "
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"Very dog friendly community. Local park has large space for dogs to run and play. Always see joggers or walkers with their dogs."
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"We had lived in the village for one year and have loved it. Feels very quaint and in nature while also having so many.l beautiful homes, near the downtown area shops and restaurants and the metra. Amazing schools here too. "
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"Great neighbors, walk to town, walk to train, walk to school, friendly town. Homes come in all sizes. "
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"Barrington is a fantastic town with great friendly people. One of Illinois best most certainly. Very pet friendly town as well. I lived here 40 plus years and have always felt safe and been happy. "
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"Barrington has been my home town my whole life. The school are amazing and the kids have had good foundations, morals, and see hard work pays off for a beautiful lifestyle"
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Dean Tubekis, Coldwell Banker Realty

Agent Phone: (847) 541-5000

Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Click here for more information

654 Harvard Ave, Barrington, IL 60010 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,556 sqft single-family home built in 1955. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 12637529.

654 Harvard Ave
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$579,000

$579,000

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