505 Marengo Avenue, Forest Park, IL 60130
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505 Marengo Avenue,Forest Park, IL 60130
$825,000
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 4,752 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Active
Listed by:peggy sersen
Office:redfin corporation
MLS#:12401277
Source:MLSNI
Price summary
- Price:$825,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$173.61
About this home
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.
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Home facts
- Year built:1898
- Listing Id #:12401277
- Added:31 day(s) ago
- Updated:July 24, 2025 at 11:49 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:5
- Total bathrooms:4
- Full bathrooms:3
- Half bathrooms:1
- Living area:4,752 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Window Unit(s)
- Heating:Natural Gas, Radiator(s)
Structure and exterior
- Year built:1898
- Building area:4,752 sq. ft.
Schools
- High school:Proviso East High School
- Middle school:Forest Park Middle School
- Elementary school:Garfield Elementary School
Utilities
- Water:Lake Michigan
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$825,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$173.61
- Tax amount:$21,317 (2023)
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