Village of Barrington - Community Features & Statistics
The Village of Barrington is one of the Chicago area’s most sought-after locations to live, work, and play. Located just 40 miles from the City of Chicago, 24 miles to Chicago O’Hare International Airport, and 40 miles to Chicago Midway Airport makes national and international commuting convenient. Direct access to the major road network, I-90, that connects with Interstate 290 and Interstate 294, provides access to the City of Chicago.
The multi-tenant property, The Barrington, is positioned on Northwest Highway with quick access to The Barrington train station, which serves the Metra Northwest Commuter Rail to Chicago, allowing for an easy reverse commute for those who might wish to live in Chicago and take the train to Barrington.
The Village of Barrington lies at the intersection of city and country, with a strong commercial hub that provides dining and shopping opportunities for employees as well as access to a wide variety of outdoor recreation in the form of parks, forest preserves, and horse and hiking trails. The scenic beauty here can’t be beat for anyone seeking a charming village environment so close to the hustle and bustle of the City of Chicago.
The Barrington District 220 School District consistently lands among the very top in state and national rankings for those employees whose families would like to reside in the Village of Barrington community. The reputation for excellent schools, the small-town character, and the proximity to desirable open spaces keeps the local home values consistently high. There are several residential options available, including multi-family apartments and townhomes, single-family homes, and larger estates with significant acreage in the outlying areas. In addition, the Village of Barrington has easy access to Harper College, the College of Lake County, and Elgin Community College, three outstanding community colleges that offer workforce development opportunities.
The Barrington 40-acre campus is one of the best sites in the Village of Barrington community, and in the Chicago area.
The Campus
Enjoy a high-end work environment offering turnkey and customizable options in an affluent community at The Barrington. The attractive three-building campus at 540, 550, and 570 W Northwest Highway presents users with various experiences depending on their specific business needs. The largest of the three, 540 at The Barrington, provides 250,000 square feet of available space on the first floor, divisible to 5,000 square feet. The turnkey space comes with fixtures, furniture, and equipment, making for a convenient, move-in-ready experience for smaller businesses and those searching for a new regional headquarters near an abundance of executive housing. While 570 at The Barrington also comes in turnkey, ready to move in condition with traditional flex space, the third building, 550 at The Barrington, can be built to suit various needs. It was formerly built for a defense contractor and can be customized as desired.
Employees located at The Barrington will enjoy a beautiful, well-maintained site that showcases a charm typically reserved for corporate campuses. They’ll enjoy an on-site cafeteria, a fitness center, an auditorium, and an open, loft environment that create a welcoming and convenient work experience. That’s in addition to being located within an affluent community, which boasts an average household income eclipsing $157,000 within a five-mile radius, one of the most prominent figures in the country. When coupled with Lake County’s low tax rates compared to neighboring counties in the region, the area makes for a desirable community to call home for both executives and their staff. The Barrington is at-the-ready to provide turnkey and customizable options perfect for a new headquarters experience in an affluent locale.
Owner
Bourns, an international electronic design and manufacturing company celebrating its 75th year, has owned the 40-acre Barrington complex for over 40 years. At one time Recon/Optical, Inc., Bourns’ high security subsidiary, occupied the 550 and 570 Buildings while Bourns leased the entire 540 Building to General Electric’s Healthcare Division. Prior tenants for the 550 and 570 Buildings include Goodrich Corporation (now part of United Technologies) and Baxalta Incorporated (now part of Takeda Pharmaceuticals). The Barrington complex, after serving as a high security location, once visited by Senator John F. Kennedy, is now entering into a new role as a multi-tenant 40-acre campus accessible to the community.
Bourns' Vision
To create a thriving business and community center in the suburbs of Chicago that is first class in its service to tenants, fitting well as the only industrially zoned property in the affluent community of the Village of Barrington. Becoming home to those that wish to work and play in an exciting and friendly environment close to home.
The Mission
To develop a tenant mix for the 40-acre campus that provides competitive pricing and five-star service to a variety of tenants that range from Corporate Headquarters, businesses large and small, light manufacturing, research & development, professional services, entertainment, entities focused on health and tenant serving occupants.