325 Wellington Street
Chatham
6 bed • Single Family
Welcome to one of Chatham’s most distinguished residences: the Matthew Wilson Homestead. Built in 1896, this Queen Anne–style estate showcases craftsmanship rarely seen today & has been carefully maintained through generations. An undertaking to build that spanned nearly four years, it offers over 5,000 square feet of living space, original blueprints, & recognition with the Mayor’s Heritage Award in 2010. The expansive front porch sets the tone, leading into a grand foyer with a sweeping staircase & an airy sense of openness. Pocket doors allow privacy or open concept style, perfect for entertaining or enjoying sun-filled rooms. The home offers 6 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, soaring ceilings, original hardwood, & 19 stained-glass windows (18 original and one from Chatham Vocational School). Period details include a functioning dumbwaiter, slate roof, laundry chute from the servants’ quarters, butler’s pantry, approx. 9-foot doors with original woodwork, & plaster construction — all testaments to the enduring quality of the build. The dining area connects seamlessly to the butler’s pantry & kitchen, with an additional pantry for storage. The second level features a large hallway, 4 bedrooms, and 2 full baths, including the updated primary suite with walk-in closets. The rear staircase leads to a full 3rd level with 2 more bedrooms, a large bathroom, & a spacious ""playroom"" with tourette and full kitchen. With its own exterior access, this level offers flexibility for an in-law suite, guest quarters, or rental potential. Modern updates ensure comfort, including a renovated kitchen (2016), updated baths, forced-air gas heating, central air, 200-amp service, copper plumbing, and new water line. The large backyard with carriage house garage allows for extra storage and space for your needs. Opportunities to own a residence of this scale and history are rare. Schedule your private showing and experience the legacy of 325 Wellington St. W for yourself. Home is Where the Hart is!
Price History
Schools
Secondary
- Ursuline College Chatham Catholic Secondary School0.6 km
Catholic · St Clair CDSB · 1335 students
Grade 10 literacy: 88% met the provincial standard
- Chatham-Kent Secondary School2.2 km
Public · Lambton Kent DSB · 1150 students
Grade 10 literacy: 77% met the provincial standard
- John McGregor Secondary School2.5 km
Public · Lambton Kent DSB · 560 students
Grade 10 literacy: 65% met the provincial standard
Elementary
- Winston Churchill Public School0.9 km
Public · Lambton Kent DSB · 250 students
Grade 3 reading: 62% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 29% met the provincial standard
- Victor Lauriston Public School1.4 km
Public · Lambton Kent DSB · 320 students
Grade 3 reading: 57% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 0% met the provincial standard
- Queen Elizabeth II C Public School1.7 km
Public · Lambton Kent DSB · 315 students
Grade 3 reading: 56% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 15% met the provincial standard
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Community
Postal area N7M
- Population
- 25,579
- Private dwellings
- 11,361
- Median age
- 44
- Average household size
- 2.3
- Median household income
- $71,000
Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population, catalogue 98-401-X2021013. Adapted from Statistics Canada. This does not constitute an endorsement by Statistics Canada of this product.
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