All across the state of Illinois you’ll come across to some historic homes and buildings. Plenty of stories and historical significance in areas around Illinois, whether they pertain to the inception of Chicago or the Civil War. Chicago is well known for their historical structures like the Henry B. Clarke House, Jane Addams’ Hull House, and the Old Chicago Water Tower District Building to name a few. If you ever wanted a slice of Illinois history to live in, then today is your lucky day! We explored all across the state of Illinois for some truly unique historical homes for sale (as of time of this writing).
Mathis House – Beverly
- Address: 10455 S. Bell Ave
- Price: $545,000
Down by the Southwest Side, is the Art Moderne home built in 1937 by architect Albert F. Heino. Well-known as the William J. Mathis House, the Beverly Hills home has been recognized by the Ridge Historical Society for its architectural significance, with many of the original design that is suggestive of the home’s moderne style still intact.
Marshall Field Jr. Mansion – Prairie District
- Address: 1919 S. Prairie Ave., Apt. 5
- Price: $825,000
The historical Marshall Field Jr. Mansion is on the market. The home was built in 1883 by “Millionaire’s Row” next to the residence of famous business magnate Marshall Field. The enormous Queen Anne-style home sits on Prairie Avenue, once home to some of the wealthiest families of the Gilded Age. According to the Tribune, the home was originally designed by Solon Spencer Beman, later on expanded by architects from Daniel H. Burnham’s firm. It’s part of the Prairie Avenue Historic District and previously owned by the Field family until 1905, when Marshall Field Jr. shot himself and took his own life inside in the home, it was ruled as an accidental death.
1890 Queen Anne Victorian – Lexington
- Address: 10 North Spencer Street
- Price: $4,500,000
Here’s a home that is quite extraordinary and offers plenty of historical magnificence. This restored 1898 Victorian house stands as a tribute to timeless elegance and fashionable living. This exquisitely restored estate is the emote of comfortable living, which is deeply rich with architectural history. The home is made up of comfortably sized rooms and stands three stories tall, the gorgeous floating staircase encompass the walls of the house, which still houses the original elevator. The home also has a restored 36-passenger miniature train and vintage 36-horse carousel in its backyard.
The list of historical homes in Illinois laid out in this article, only scratches the surface. There are a numerous amount of antique homes, each one brimming with unique designs and everlasting elegance, dripping with historical significance. Taking part of Illinois history – one home at a time.
