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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.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 325 W Wellington Ave
General
- Sold For: $3,400,000
- Taxes: $100,648 (2023)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12362551
- Added to Site: 250 day(s) ago
Interior
- Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 10
- Full Bathrooms: 7
- Half Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 11
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Off-Alley, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: CHI - Lake View
- County: Cook
- Driving Directions: North of Diversey, in between North Sheridan Road and North Lake Shore Drive.
School Information
- School District: 299
- Midd School District: 299
- Elementary School: Nettelhorst Elementary School
- Middle School: Nettelhorst Elementary School
- High School: Lake View High School
- Private School: Lake View High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Other
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Square Feet: 14,000
- Sq. Ft. Source: Other
- Year Built: 1915
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Guest House, Garage(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Oversized Chicago Lot
- Lot Dimensions: 71 x 140 x 79 x 100
- Lot Features: Irregular Lot
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1915
- Tax Amount: $100,648
- Tax Year: 2023
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Property ID: 14282030090000
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Schools
Schools serving 325 W Wellington Ave
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Nettelhorst Elementary School 3252 North Broadway, Chicago, IL 60657 | PK-8 | 0.5 mi |
Lake View High School 4015 North Ashland Avenue, Chicago, IL 60613 | 9-12 | 2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 325 W Wellington Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/29/2025
Sold
$3,400,000
-14.89%
MLS
5/12/2025
Listed
$3,995,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
325 W Wellington Avenue, Chicago, IL 60657 (MLS# 12362551) is a Single Family property that was sold at $3,400,000 on September 29, 2025. Want to learn more about 325 W Wellington Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in LakeView? You can browse all LakeView real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.


