$4,495,000

325 W Wellington Ave Chicago, IL 60657

11 beds
7 full, 3 partial
14,000 sqft
$321 / sqft
House

Property details

About 325 W Wellington Ave

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.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size14,000 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1915
MLS #12176248
Garage2 spaces

Summary

  • MLS Number: 12176248
  • MLS Name: MRED
  • Office Name: Compass
  • Office Phone: (312) 319-1168
  • Listing Agent: Jeffrey Lowe

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Property sales

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2022$835,100$171,765
2021$835,100$167,930
2020$654,934$145,899
2019$727,704$146,204
2018$727,704$143,746
2017$574,224$123,613

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

9

Skinner Elementary School

Public District PK-5

2.1 mi

111 S Throop St

3

Hope Learning Academy

Public District KG-5

3.9 mi

1628 W Washington Blvd

4

Henry Elementary School

Public District PK-6

4.3 mi

4250 N Saint Louis Ave

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $64,688. The most common annual income of people living in Chicago, IL is between $35k-100k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

29%
<35k
46%
35k-100k
16%
100k-200k
9%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

86%
Single, No Kids
1%
Single, with Kids
11%
Married, No Kids
2%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

2%
<11 yrs old
1%
12-17 yrs old
6%
18-34 yrs old
19%
35-64 yrs old
72%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Art MuseumsArt Museums
  • Live TheatreLive Theatre
  • Men's TennisMen's Tennis

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack
  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • The Cheesecake FactoryThe Cheesecake Factory

What do the neighbors drive?

  • AudiAudi
  • MercedesMercedes
  • VolvoVolvo

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • AlternativeAlternative
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 325 W Wellington Ave

This home is located at 325 W Wellington Ave in Chicago, IL and zip code 60657 in the Lakeview East neighborhood. This 14,000 square foot home was built in 1915. Features: 11 bedrooms, 10 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since September 30, 2024 and is currently priced at $4,495,000.

While more than 347 listings in Chicago, IL in January 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 238 listings sold at asking price, and more than 707 were sold below. Between December and January 2025, Chicago, IL real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 11.5%. In January 2025 median list price was $369,009 and the average listing age was 41 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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