The Coves in South Barrington Illinois is a fabulous subdivision of homes situated around an 85 acre lake as you can see in the photo below. The two lakes in this subdivision are South Lake of The Coves (shown) and Lake of The Coves and they are reservoirs. Home to ducks and geese and other birds there is also an island in the middle. Many of the homes in The Coves have water frontage, so if you are looking for waterfront real estate in Barrington - The Coves has the largest selection of homes around a lake.
Real estate in The Coves of South Barrington is varied with most homes built in the 1970's and 1980's and a few in the 1990's - You'll find ranch homes, 2 story homes, contemporary homes, luxury homes - many with waterfront but not all - Brick is a common exterior product but not all homes have it. 2, 3 and 4 car garages and lot sizes range from 1 to 3 acres. Pricing is varied as well with homes now as low as $700,000 and as high as $2,500,000.
Street names for The Coves in South Barrington Illinois are:
- Watergate Drive
- Turning Shore Drive
- Upper Pond Road
- Back Bay Drive
- E Cove
- Butera Lane
- Headwater Cove
There are currently five Homes for sale in The Coves South Barrington in the Barrington IL MLS - A search of the foreclosure records found no properties in pre-foreclosure. There are no foreclosure listings or short sales in The Coves - South Barrington Illinois. Not sure where The Coves of South Barrington is? From Barrington Rd head north until Mundhank Rd and turn left going west. Turn right (north) on Witt Rd and The Coves is on your left. Or if coming south down Barrington Road go west on Algonquin Road, west on Penny Road and then south on Watergate Drive ( past Witt Road )
What should you look for when buying a home in The Coves - South Barrington IL - first consider that some of the homes here were built over 30 years ago and so you are less likely to find ceilings above 8 feet. Homes of this age should have been upgraded by now so this is something you'll need to look out for. Also consider the exterior of the property. Does the roof need replacing? If cedar siding has it been well maintained and stained or painted regularly? Look at kitchens and bathrooms, these can be costly rooms to upgrade, has the basement been finished? If there is an in-ground pool find out information if you can about the construction. Not all pools are built alike. Consider a pool inspection with your home inspection - ask if your home inspector is qualified to do a pool inspection. Many buyers will buy an older home and one that needs upgrading just to get the location of The Coves - South Barrington Illinois and the desirability of Waterfront Real Estate in Barrington Illinois. Who wouldn't want to look out over the view below from your deck or breakfast room?
South Barrington IL Homes for Sale in The Coves - Waterfront Real Estate in Barrington Illinois
Contact me today if a waterfront home in Barrington IL is in your future - I would be happy to send you a list of matching homes.
Corinne Guest
Realtor & Managing Broker
Royal Advocate Realty, Barrington
Call today 847-363-3686 for real estate and relocation service.
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Corinne - lots of great info on waterfront property in Barrington ! The homes on the lake are so appealing to me - we don't even have puddles here, let alone lakes - really nice presentation of the homes for sale in the Coves - the scenery is amazing.
Virginia - thank you - The Coves in South Barrington have one of the largest lakes in the area and these waterfront properties are tucked away in the center of South Barrington - the view in both summer and winter is breathtaking.
Hi Corrine...I think any waterfront view is amazing, especially in the beautiful Barrington areas! You did a really nice job on this post. Happy Holidays:-)
Corinne Your localism posts are outstanding - I like the spread between content and photos
Debra - Thanks and yes these waterfront homes in South Barrington have views.
Karen - I have to thank Virginia Hepp - she has really helped me understand how to write my Barrington posts.
Hi Corrine...yes, I know:-) Have a great weekend.
The Coves of South Barrington Illinois looks like a great natural real estate escape! It must be nice to situate yourself in the midst of all the natural beauty and wildlife to escape life for awhile!!
Corrine, I love the Coves of South Barrington... You have done a great job on describing this subdivision.