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505 Marengo Avenue

Forest Park, IL 60130

Name: Open House: 11am-12:30pm
Start: 2025-07-05T11:00:00
End: 2025-07-05T12:30:00
Location: 505 Marengo Avenue

5 beds
4 baths
4,752 sqft
$173 per sqft
1898 build
– on site

Spacious, creative and full of character, this one-of-a-kind home offers four levels of living space on a rare double lot, complete with a 4-car garage and an incredible finished loft-perfect for creatives, guests, or flexible use. Inside the home, you'll find 5 bedrooms & 3.5 baths filled with original charm, including stained glass, hardwood floors, and beautiful vintage woodwork. The main floor features a large open layout with high ceilings, a cozy gas-start wood-burning fireplace, and a spacious living and dining area. The kitchen is big and bright with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and opens right out to a massive wraparound deck overlooking the yard-great for relaxing or entertaining. Upstairs on the second floor are four generous bedrooms & a full bath, all with more of that gorgeous original woodwork. The finished attic on the third floor has vaulted ceilings, a skylight, and tons of opportunity to use as an office, extra bedroom, or creative space.The finished basement adds even more room to spread out with a family room, updated full bath, potential 6th bedroom, and a separate laundry area. But what really sets this home apart is the huge loft above the garage. It's a dream space with a massive art studio featuring vaulted ceilings, skylights, and tons of natural light. Two more private rooms and a full bath make it perfect for an art studio, home office, guest suite, home gym, or all of the above. Located close to everything Forest Park has to offer - downtown shopping, restaurants, cafes, parks, and more. Easy access to the CTA, Metra, and major highways makes commuting a breeze. Don't miss this one-it's a truly special home with space, charm, and endless possibilities.

Listing courtesy of MRED / Redfin Corporation as distributed by MLS GRID

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Jul 2, 2025 •

MLS# 12401277 —

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Saturday, 7/5
11am-12:30pm

The Building

Year Built:

1898
Rebuilt:

No
New Construction:

false
New Construction:

No
Construction Materials:

Other
Basement:

Finished, Exterior Entry, Full
Exterior Features:

Dog Run
Window Features:

Aluminum Frames,Blinds,Double Pane Windows,ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows,Insulated Windows,Screens,Skylight(s),Shades,Some Stained Glass
Patio And Porch Features:

Deck, Patio
Disability Access:

No
Other Equipment:

Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Radon Mitigation System
Total SqFt:

2775
Total SqFt:

3569
Below Grade Finished Area:

794
Main SqFt:

1253
Upper SqFt:

1522
Basement SqFt:

794
Living Area Source:

Plans
Window Features:

Skylight(s)

Interior

Room Type:

Bonus Room, Bedroom 5, Recreation Room
Rooms Total:

11
Interior Features:

Hot Tub, 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
Door Features:

ENERGY STAR Qualified Doors,French Doors,Mirrored Closet Door(s),Storm Door(s),Lever Style Door Handles
Fireplaces Total:

1
Fireplace Features:

Wood Burning, Gas Starter
Fireplace Location:

Family Room
Laundry Features:

Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Sink
Flooring:

Hardwood

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

4752

Location

Directions:

Madison St to Marengo Ave - South on Marengo, follow to property.
Location:

85464

The Property

Parcel Number:

15132130160000
Property Type:

Residential
Location:

A
Lot Size Dimensions:

7000
Rural:

N
Waterfront:

false
Additional Parcels:

false
Fencing:

Fenced

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2023
Tax Annual Amount:

21317.29

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

5
Bedrooms Possible:

5

Baths

Baths:

4
Full Baths:

3
Half Baths:

1

The Listing

Virtual Tour Unbranded:

Virtual Tour
Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Natural Gas, Radiator(s)
Cooling:

Window Unit(s)

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer
Electric:

Circuit Breakers
Green Energy Efficient:

Water Heater
Water Source:

Lake Michigan

Appliances

Appliances:

Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)

Schools

Elementary School:

Garfield Elementary School
Alt Elementary Name:

Grant-White Elementary School
Elementary School District:

91
Middle Or Junior School:

Forest Park Middle School
Middle Or Junior School District:

91
High School:

Proviso East High School
High School District:

209

The Community

Community Features:

Park, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Association Fee Includes:

None
Association Fee Frequency:

Not Applicable
Master Assoc Fee Frequency:

Not Required

Parking

Parking Total:

4
Parking Features:

Garage Door Opener, Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached
Garage Spaces:

4

Extra Units

Other Structures:

Guest House

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$825,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$4,417
Taxes	$1,776
Insurance	$226
Utilities	$334 See report
Total	$6,753/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
6/30/25 Jun 30, 2025	Listed / Active	MRED	$825,000	58.4% (13.7% / YR)
3/31/21 Mar 31, 2021		MRED	$520,750

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This house located in Forest Park, IL 60130 is currently for sale for $825,000. 505 Marengo Avenue is a 4,752 square foot house with 5 beds and 4 baths that has been on Estately for 2 days. This house is in the attendance area of Field Stevenson Intermediate School, Garfield Primary Elementary School, Forest Park Middle School, and Proviso East High School.

Listing courtesy of MRED, Redfin Corporation, and Peggy Sersen as distributed by MLS GRID.

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505 Marengo Avenue

Forest Park, IL 60130