Real Estate in Barrington, IL

A historic downtown, mature trees, equestrian properties and a distinct luxury market, with a Metra station and easy access to I-90.

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Barrington and the greater Barrington area

Barrington is known for its historic downtown, beautiful homes, mature trees and equestrian properties. It has a very distinct luxury market.

The Village and the greater area are not the same thing

The Village of Barrington has a traditional downtown and older neighborhoods. Surrounding communities such as Barrington Hills, South Barrington, North Barrington and Lake Barrington offer different housing styles, lot sizes and amenities. If you're searching in Barrington, it helps to know which one you mean.

Shops and getting around

People like to shop at the Arboretum of South Barrington. The main roads are Route 59, Route 14 and Dundee Road, and Interstate 90 is easy to get to. There is a Metra station in Barrington.

It's about 35 to 45 minutes to O'Hare and a little under an hour to downtown Chicago when there isn't a lot of traffic.

Schools

Barrington's main school district is District 220. For ratings and boundaries, check the district's own information.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between Barrington and the greater Barrington area?

The Village of Barrington has a traditional downtown and older neighborhoods. Surrounding communities such as Barrington Hills, South Barrington, North Barrington and Lake Barrington offer different housing styles, lot sizes and amenities.

What school district is Barrington in?

Barrington's main school district is District 220. For ratings and boundaries, check the district's own information.

Is there a train in Barrington?

Yes, there is a Metra station in Barrington.