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Homes for Sale in Thunderbird Estates, Barrington IL

Established Homes With Spacious Lots Near Makray Memorial Golf Club

Homes for sale in Thunderbird Estates, Barrington IL offer buyers established single-family properties with generous outdoor space and convenient access to local amenities. Located south of Hillside Road and west of Ela Road, this Cook County neighborhood features homes originally developed during the 1960s and 1970s.

Thunderbird Estates is situated near Makray Memorial Golf Club, creating a distinctive setting for buyers who appreciate mature landscaping and established residential surroundings. Homes vary in architectural design, interior layout, and renovation history, offering alternatives to newer builder-planned communities.

The subdivision also features a lake, sidewalks, and streetlights, along with access to Barrington Community Unit School District 220.

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Thunderbird Estates was developed between 1961 and 1976, with homes ranging from approximately 2,060 to 6,352 square feet. Documented properties include three- and four-bedroom residences, with differences in living space, basement configurations, and architectural details.

Larger homesites are another characteristic of the neighborhood. Historical subdivision data indicates an average lot size of approximately 0.71 acres, providing opportunities for outdoor entertaining, gardens, and private backyard spaces.

Because Thunderbird Estates includes homes that have undergone varying levels of renovation, buyers should carefully compare updated interiors, original building systems, and property conditions. The neighborhood’s location near Makray Memorial Golf Club adds another consideration for buyers evaluating the surrounding environment.

Schools Serving Thunderbird Estates

Thunderbird Estates is served by several well-regarded school districts in the area.

Arnett C Lines Elementary School

Elementary

 K-5

Barrington Middle School - Station Campus

Middle

6-8

Barrington High School

High

9-12

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Thunderbird Estates is located south of Hillside Road and west of Ela Road in Cook County. The neighborhood is situated near Makray Memorial Golf Club and has Barrington mailing addresses.

Homes were primarily constructed between 1961 and 1976. Buyers can find properties from different periods within those decades, with varying layouts and renovation histories.

Historical neighborhood data indicates an average lot size of approximately 0.71 acres. Individual properties may have larger or smaller lots, so buyers should verify exact dimensions and usable outdoor space.

Yes. Subdivision records document homes reaching approximately 6,352 square feet. Buyers should distinguish above-grade living area from finished basement space when comparing properties.

Yes. Thunderbird Estates is located in the area surrounding Makray Memorial Golf Club. Buyers interested in golf-course proximity should verify whether a specific property has direct course views or borders golf-related land.

A lake is identified among the subdivision's neighborhood features. Buyers should verify whether individual homes have water views, direct frontage, or any specific access privileges.

A Civic Federation report identifies Thunderbird Estates among the area's unincorporated neighborhoods, where private wells and septic systems are prevalent. Buyers should confirm the utilities serving each property and arrange appropriate inspections when applicable.

Yes. Subdivision records identify sidewalks and streetlights among the neighborhood features. These improvements distinguish Thunderbird Estates from some nearby unincorporated subdivisions without similar infrastructure.

Published subdivision records identify Arnett C. Lines Elementary School, Barrington Middle School – Station Campus, and Barrington High School within District 220. Buyers should confirm current attendance boundaries for the specific property.

Published subdivision records include sales at $810,000 for 169 Crestview Court and $720,000 for 153 Hillcrest Drive. Because properties differ in size, condition, renovations, and lot characteristics, individual comparable sales are more useful than a single neighborhood-wide estimate.

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Thunderbird Estates offers established homes, larger lots, mature residential surroundings, and proximity to Makray Memorial Golf Club. Its varied home sizes and renovation histories give buyers several important features to compare.

Explore homes for sale in Thunderbird Estates, Barrington IL to find the right combination of living space, lot size, property updates, and location.

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