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    141 Loretto Ct, Wheaton, IL 60189

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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1897
    0.48 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
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    $95/mo HOA

    What's special

    Seven distinctive gablesHand-carved woodworkGrand tudor facade
    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.
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    Listed by:

    Jennifer Ames (773)908-3632,

    Engel & Voelkers Chicago

    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12460902MLS Logo

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 7
      • Bathrooms: 7
      • Full bathrooms: 6
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Library, Bedroom 5, Gallery, Bedroom 6, Deck, Bedroom 7, Terrace, Sitting Room, Kitchen, Play Room
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 480 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 20X24
      Bedroom 2
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 208 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 16X13
      Bedroom 3
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 165 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15X11
      Bedroom 4
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 140 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 10X14
      Bedroom 5
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
      • Level: Third
      • Area: 180 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15X12
      Bedroom 6
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
      • Level: Third
      • Area: 264 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12X22
      Other
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
      • Level: Third
      • Area: 195 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 13X15
      Deck
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 700 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14X50
      Dining room
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 414 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 18X23
      Family room
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 315 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15X21
      Other
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 294 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14X21
      Kitchen
      • Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Hardwood)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 375 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15X25
      Kitchen 2nd
      • Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 192 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 16X12
      Library
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 165 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11X15
      Living room
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 782 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 34X23
      Play room
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
      • Level: Third
      • Area: 336 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 24X14
      Sitting room
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 234 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 18X13
      Other
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 760 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 19X40
      Heating
      • Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Zoned
      Appliances
      • Included: Humidifier
      Features
      • Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Coffered Ceiling(s), Beamed Ceilings, Special Millwork
      • Flooring: Hardwood
      • Basement: Unfinished,Exterior Entry,Full
      • Number of fireplaces: 3
      • Fireplace features: Living Room, Master Bedroom, Dining Room
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 0
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 3
      • Parking features: Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
      • Attached garage spaces: 3
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: No Disability Access
      Features
      • Stories: 3
      Lot
      • Size: 0.48 Acres
      • Features: Cul-De-Sac
      Details
      • Parcel number: 0529201069
      • Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Brick
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1897
      • Major remodel year: 2022

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: Circuit Breakers
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Park
      • Security: Security System
      • Subdivision: Loretto Club
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • Services included: Other
      • HOA fee: $95 monthly
      Location
      • Region: Wheaton

      Financial & listing details

      • Tax assessed value: $215,848
      • Annual tax amount: $13,912
      • Ownership: Fee Simple w/ HO Assn.

        Estimated market value

        Not available

        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        9/3/2025Price change$1,750,000-12.3%
        Source: Engel & Volkers #12460902 Report a problem
        6/17/2025Listed for sale$1,995,000
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12390102 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$13,912 -15.1%$215,848 -11%
        2023$16,382 +63.5%$242,410 +67.5%
        2022$10,021 -0.4%$144,700 +1.7%
        2021$10,066 +6.4%$142,230 +7.1%
        2020$9,460 -3.7%$132,770 -3.2%
        2019$9,822 +90.7%$137,200 +92.9%
        2018$5,151 $71,120
        2017-- --
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 60189

        Getting around

        6 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        15 / 100
        Minimal Transit
        53 / 100
        Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Whittier Elementary School
        • Middle: Edison Middle School
        • High: Wheaton Warrenville South H S
        • District: 200

        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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