325 West Wellington Avenue

Chicago, IL 60657

$4,495,000
Price
11
Beds
7
Baths
3
1/2 Baths
14,000 Sq. Ft.
$321 / Sq. Ft.
14,000
Sq. Ft.
$321
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to the Armour House! First time on the open market in approximately 90 years. This remarkable home has a rich Chicago history and many original features have been perfectly preserved. Built in approximately 1915 for Mrs. Elizabeth Montgomery Ward by the renowned architect Van Doren Shaw, this home displays meticulous details beyond anything available in today's construction. Purchased by Lester Armour, the infamous meat packer / banker, in 1921 and then purchased in the 1930s by the current...Welcome to the Armour House! First time on the open market in approximately 90 years. This remarkable home has a rich Chicago history and many original features have been perfectly preserved. Built in approximately 1915 for Mrs. Elizabeth Montgomery Ward by the renowned architect Van Doren Shaw, this home displays meticulous details beyond anything available in today's construction. Purchased by Lester Armour, the infamous meat packer / banker, in 1921 and then purchased in the 1930s by the current owners, industrialists behind Standard Screw Company / Stanadyne. Featuring over 14,000 square feet in the main home and an additional 2400 square feet in the coach house, this historic mansion sits two doors from Lake Michigan and Lincoln Park. Situated on a secluded section of Wellington Avenue on an oversized 70 by 140 lot with a gated driveway off Wellington Avenue and gated alley access. Grand marble and limestone entryway leads to an impressive center staircase that leads to all four floors of the home. Second floor holds expansive living spaces with an enormous living room, formal dining room, library and amazing three season room. Spread throughout the home are 11 bedrooms, 7 full baths and 3 half baths. The home has a working elevator and a working dumbwaiter. Property has been impeccably maintained with newer roof and mechanical systems. Coach house with heated two car garage and a three-bedroom two bath apartment. Wonderful outdoor space includes a large patio and garden. Ample parking in the driveway for guests. This property has endless possibilities.

Listing Agent

  1. Jeff Lowe

    Jeff Lowe

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    jeff.lowe@compass.com

    P: (312)-339-1133

Property Details for 325 West Wellington Avenue

Area
CHI - Lake View
Township
Lake View
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas
Architectural Style
Other
LISTING UPDATED: 10/06/2024 12:07 AM

Property Details for 325 West Wellington Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #12176248
Days on Market84
Taxes$100,648 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 4+ Stories
Year Built1915
Lot Size-
CountyCook County

Building Information for 325 West Wellington Avenue

Stories-Year Built1915Building Size-Lot Size-

Property Information for 325 West Wellington Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 299
  • Elementary School: Nettelhorst Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Nettelhorst Elementary School
  • High School District: 299
  • High School: Lake View High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 299
Addtl Parking Information
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Heated
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: North, South
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 17
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved, Other
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 11
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 7, Bedroom 8, Bedroom 9, Bedroom 10, Bedroom 11, Library, Sitting Room, Gallery
  • Num of Baths: 7.3
Exterior Features
  • Type: 4+ Stories,Coach House
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan, Public
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Brick Paver Patio
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 4+ Stories, Coach House
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Description: Irregular
  • Lot Size: Oversized Chicago Lot
  • Lot Dimensions: 71X140X79X100
  • Other Structures: Guest House, Garage(s)
  • Zero Lot Line: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Off Alley
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: None
  • North Coordinate: 3300
  • South Coordinate: 0
  • East Coordinate: 0
  • West Coordinate: 325
  • Living Area Source: Other
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 4
  • Document Date: 2024-09-30T14:16:52
  • Photos Count: 65
  • Rural: N
  • OpenHouse Count: 1
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 21X19
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 20X14
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 18X16
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 11X10
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 11X10
Bedroom #6 Information
  • 6th Bedroom Level: Fourth
  • Room Type: Bedroom 6
  • Bedroom #6 Room Dimensions: 21X14
Bedroom #7 Information
  • 7th Bedroom Level: Fourth
  • Room Type: Bedroom 7
  • Bedroom #7 Room Dimensions: 18X16
Bedroom #8 Information
  • 8th Bedroom Level: Fourth
  • Room Type: Bedroom 8
  • Bedroom #8 Room Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom #9 Information
  • 9th Bedroom Level: Fourth
  • Room Type: Bedroom 9
  • Bedroom #9 Room Dimensions: 13X10
Bedroom #10 Information
  • 10th Bedroom Level: Fourth
  • Room Type: Bedroom 10
  • Bedroom #10 Room Dimensions: 15X10
Bedroom #11 Information
  • 11th Bedroom Level: Fourth
  • Room Type: Bedroom 11
  • Bedroom #11 Room Dimensions: 12X10
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Second
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 21X21
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Third
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 26X16
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 17X17
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 23X13
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 28X19
Gallery Room Information
  • Room Level: Third
  • Room Type: Gallery
  • Deck Dimensions: 15X15
Sitting Room Information
  • Room Level: Third
  • Room Type: Sitting Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 26X16
Library Room Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Library
  • Deck Dimensions: 19X19

Property History for 325 West Wellington Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 325 West Wellington Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$100,700Additions$734,400Total$835,100
Tax Record2022$171,765 ($14,314 / month)
Home Facts
Beds11Baths1Total Finished SqFt919 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt919 SqFtStories2Lot Size10,070 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1915CountyCOOKAPN14-28-203-009

Schools near 325 West Wellington Avenue

This home is within Chicago Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 8
Public - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Nettelhorst Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Lake View High School
Public9 to 12

Inter-American Elementary Magnet School
PublicPK to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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325 West Wellington Avenue is a single family home for sale in Chicago, IL 60657. This property was listed for sale on September 30, 2024 by Compass, it's currently listed at $4,495,000. This listing's school district is Chicago Public Schools. Nearby schools include Nettelhorst Elementary School, Lake View High School and Inter-American Elementary Magnet School. 325 West Wellington Avenue is a 11-bed, 8.5-bath, 14,000 sqft single family home built in 1915.

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