Single Family Home $ 1,750,000

141 Loretto CT

Wheaton, IL 60189

  • 7 Beds
  • 6.5 Baths
    Full Baths: 6 Half Baths: 1
  • 0.48 Lot Size
  • 1897 Year Built
Built in 1897 by renowned architect Jarvis Hunt, the House of Seven Gables stands as one of Wheaton's most iconic residences. Commissioned as a wedding gift by Chicago steel magnate Jay Morse, the home was part of an exclusive enclave of summer estates near the Chicago Golf Club. With its grand Tudor facade, hand-carved woodwork, and seven distinctive gables, the home embodies the craftsmanship and elegance of the Gilded Age. Later known as the Loretto Convent, the mansion became a treasured local landmark. When its future was threatened by redevelopment, preservationists rallied to save it. In 2017, the entire 10,000-square-foot, 730-ton structure was skillfully relocated 500 feet and placed on a new foundation -- an engineering feat that captured regional attention and ensured the home's next chapter. Today, the House of Seven Gables offers a remarkable opportunity. The heavy lifting is complete, with structural work, modern infrastructure, all-new mechanicals, including zoned central heating and air conditioning, and public utilities. A newly built, attached three-car garage offers modern convenience, while the unfinished lower level, with 10-foot ceilings, provides endless potential for a recreation area, home gym, theater, wine cellar, or anything you envision. Set on a generous lot that backs up to Seven Gables Park, a 66.5-acre recreational destination, the property offers multiple outdoor spaces for relaxation and entertaining. Enjoy direct access to sports fields, tennis courts, an ice rink, and scenic walking trails-perfect for those who value an active, outdoor lifestyle. Located in the sought-after Whittier School district, part of Wheaton District 200, this home offers not only historic significance but everyday livability in a vibrant community. The foundation is laid, both literally and figuratively, for the next chapter. This architectural treasure is ready for its new steward to complete the vision and make it truly their own.
Listed by Jennifer Ames of Engel & Voelkers Chicago

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PROPERTY DETAIL

  • Key Details

    Property Type Single Family Home

    Sub Type Detached Single

    Listing Status Active

    Purchase Type For Sale

    Subdivision Loretto Club

    MLS Listing ID 12460902

    Bedrooms 7

    Full Baths 6

    Half Baths 1

    HOA Fees $95/mo

    Year Built 1897

    Annual Tax Amount $13,912

    Tax Year 2024

    Lot Size 0.480 Acres

    Lot Dimensions 20893

    Property Sub-Type Detached Single

  • Location

    State IL

    County Dupage

    Area Wheaton

  • Rooms

    Basement Unfinished, Exterior Entry, Full

  • Building

    Lot Description Cul-De-Sac

    Dwelling Type Detached Single

    Building Description Brick, Yes

    Sewer Public Sewer

    Water Public

    Level or Stories 3 Stories

    Structure Type Brick

    New Construction false

  • Interior

    Interior Features Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Coffered Ceiling(s), Beamed Ceilings, Special Millwork

    Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned

    Cooling Central Air, Zoned

    Flooring Hardwood

    Fireplaces Number 3

    Equipment Security System

    Fireplace Y

    Appliance Humidifier

  • Exterior

    Garage Spaces 3.0

    Community Features Park

  • Schools

    Elementary Schools Whittier Elementary School

    Middle Schools Edison Middle School

    High Schools Wheaton Warrenville South H S

    School District 200 , 200, 200

  • Others

    HOA Fee Include Other

    Ownership Fee Simple w/ HO Assn.

    Special Listing Condition List Broker Must Accompany

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