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$643,610$390 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $489,000 on Jul 19, 2021

540 S COOK ST

BARRINGTON, IL 60010
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,649 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1892
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$644K
$601K low$686K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$489,000 · Jul 19, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,600 (2023)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$50,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,778
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$41,222
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$43,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$500,000

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.30
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
57
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
67
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
28
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyCOOK
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1893
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Hough Street Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
H
Barrington High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
Barrington Middle School - Station CampusA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi

District: Barrington Community Unit School District 220

Neighborhood · ZIP 60010These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.59
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.118
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.44

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.39%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.50,977
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.668 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$161,645
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$194,291
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.54%

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How this home compares

540 S Cook St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 86% of homes in Cook County
  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Barrington 60010
  • Smaller than 85% of homes in Barrington 60010
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Barrington 60010
  • Among the oldest homes in Barrington 60010

What homes are worth in Barrington 60010

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$275K$2.1M

This home is worth more than 35% of homes in Barrington 60010.

How it measures up in Barrington 60010

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Barrington 60010.

Estimated value$643,610
CheaperTypical $766,887Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$390
CheaperTypical $267Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Living area1,649 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,814 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.81 acBigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Year built1892
OlderTypical 1981Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 540 S Cook St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBarrington 60010Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$643,61035% of homes86% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$39093% of homes88% of homes
Living areabigger than1,649 ft²15% of homes59% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac11% of homes53% of homes
Year builtnewer than1892almost no homes3% of homes

About 540 S Cook St

How much is 540 S Cook St, Barrington, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 540 S Cook St, Barrington, IL is $643,610 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $601,383 to $685,838. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 540 S Cook St, Barrington, IL last sell?

540 S Cook St, Barrington, IL last sold on Jul 19, 2021 for $489,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 540 S Cook St, Barrington, IL?

540 S Cook St, Barrington, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,649 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 540 S Cook St, Barrington, IL built?

540 S Cook St, Barrington, IL was built in 1892, making it 134 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 540 S Cook St, Barrington, IL?

540 S Cook St, Barrington, IL is assigned to Hough Street Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Barrington High School (high), rated A; Barrington Middle School - Station Campus (middle), rated A. All sit in Barrington Community Unit School District 220. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 540 S Cook St, Barrington, IL compare to other homes in Barrington 60010?

Among the 17,116 homes in Barrington 60010, it is worth more than 35% of them ($643,610 against a typical $766,887), its price per square foot is higher than 93% of them ($390 against a typical $267), it is bigger than 15% of them (1,649 ft² against a typical 2,814 ft²), its lot is bigger than 11% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.81 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1892 against a typical 1981). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 86% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 540 S Cook St, Barrington, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 540 S Cook St, Barrington, IL was $9,600. The county assessed it at $50,000.

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