325 West Wellington, Chicago IL 60657
Property 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 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.
Features & Information
Key Details
- List Price $4,495,000
- Property Taxes $100,648
- Square Feet 14000
- Price/ Sq. Ft. $321.07
- Year Built 1915
- Parking Type Garage
- Status Active
Rooms
- Total Rooms 17
- Basement F
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Master Bedroom
- Master Bath F
- Room Size 21X19
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Bedroom 2
- Room Size 20X14
- Floor Level 3rd Level
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Bedroom 3
- Room Size 18X16
- Floor Level 3rd Level
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Bedroom 4
- Room Size 11X10
- Floor Level Main Level
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Living Room
- Room Size 28X19
- Floor Level 2nd Level
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Family Room
- Room Size 26X16
- Floor Level 3rd Level
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Dining Room
- Room Size 21X21
- Floor Level 2nd Level
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Kitchen
- Room Size 17X17
- Kitchen Type Island,Pantry-Butler,Pantry-Closet,Pantry-Walk-in
- Floor Level Main Level
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Basement
- Basement Description Partially Finished
- Bathroom(s) in Basement N
Additional Rooms
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Additional Room 1
- Additional Room 1 Name 5th Bdrm
- Additional Room Size 11X10
- Additional Room Level 4th Level
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Additional Room 2
- Additional Room 2 Name 6th Bdrm
- Additional Room Size 21X14
- Additional Room Level 4th Level
Interior Features
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Appliances
- Appliances Included Oven/Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
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Heating & Cooling
- Heating Type Gas
- Air Conditioning Central Air
Exterior Features
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Building Information
- Age of Building 100+ Years
- Exterior Construction Brick
- Foundation Concrete
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Parking
- Parking Garage
- # of Cars 2
- Garage Features Garage Door Opener(s),Heated
Location
- County Cook
- Township Lake View
- Corporate Limits Chicago
- Directions to Property North Of Diversey, In Between North Sheridan Road And North Lake Shore Drive.
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Schools
- Elementary School District 299
- School Name Nettelhorst Elementary Sc
- Junior High District 299
- School Name Nettelhorst Elementary Sc
- High School District: 299
- School Name Lake View High School
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Property Taxes
- Tax 100648
- Tax Year 2023
- Tax Exemptions None
- Parcel Identification Number 14282030090000
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Lot Information
- Dimensions 71X140X79X100
Utilities
- Sewer Sewer-Publ
Listed by Jeffrey Lowe for Compass | Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 4/29/2025 11:32 PM. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.
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