325 W Wellington Avenue
Chicago, IL 60657
- 11 beds
- 10 baths
- 14,000 sqft
- 5,041 sqft lot
- $285 per sqft
- 1915 build
- – on site
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.
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Last updated May 13, 2025
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MLS# 12362551 —
The Building
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Year Built:1915
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Rebuilt:No
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New Construction:false
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Construction Materials:Brick
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Architectural Style:Other
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Roof:Asphalt
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Basement:Partially Finished, Full
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Foundation Details:Concrete Perimeter
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Patio And Porch Features:Patio
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Disability Access:No
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Living Area Source:Other
Interior
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Room Type:Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 7, Bedroom 8, Bedroom 9, Bedroom 10, Bedroom 11, Library, Sitting Room, Gallery
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Rooms Total:17
Room Dimensions
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Living Area:14000
Location
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Directions:North of Diversey, in between North Sheridan Road and North Lake Shore Drive.
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Location:87291
The Property
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Parcel Number:14282030090000
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Property Type:Residential
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Location:N
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Lot Features:Irregular Lot
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Lot Size Dimensions:71X140X79X100
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Zero Lot Line:No
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Rural:N
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Waterfront:false
Listing Agent
- Contact info:
- Agent phone:
- (312) 883-3030
- Office phone:
- (312) 319-1168
Taxes
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Tax Year:2023
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Tax Annual Amount:100648
Beds
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Bedrooms Total:11
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Bedrooms Possible:11
Baths
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Baths:10
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Full Baths:7
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Half Baths:3
The Listing
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Special Listing Conditions:List Broker Must Accompany
Heating & Cooling
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Heating:Natural Gas
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Cooling:Central Air
Utilities
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Sewer:Public Sewer
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Electric:200+ Amp Service
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Water Source:Lake Michigan, Public
Appliances
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Appliances:Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
Schools
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Elementary School:Nettelhorst Elementary School
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Elementary School District:299
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Middle Or Junior School:Nettelhorst Elementary School
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Middle Or Junior School District:299
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High School:Lake View High School
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High School District:299
The Community
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Community Features:Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved, Other
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Association Fee Includes:None
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Association Fee Frequency:Not Applicable
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Master Assoc Fee Frequency:Not Required
Parking
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Parking Total:2
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Parking Features:Off Alley, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
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Garage Spaces:2
Extra Units
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Other Structures:Guest House, Garage(s)
Monthly cost estimate
Asking price
$3,995,000
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Mortgage
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$21,392
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| Taxes | $8,387 |
| Insurance | $1,098 |
| Utilities | $562 See report |
| Total | $31,439/mo.* |
| *This is an estimate |
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Soundscore™
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Sale history
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5/12/25
May 12, 2025
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Listed / Active | MRED | $3,995,000 | |
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5/8/25
May 8, 2025
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Price Changed | MRED | ||
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9/30/24
Sep 30, 2024
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Listed / Active | MRED |
