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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

Redfin Corporation

Last updated:

July 20, 2025, 10:54 AM

MLS#

12401277

Source:

MLSNI

About This Home

505 Marengo Avenue

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.

Home Facts

Single Family

4 Baths

5 Bedrooms

Built in 1898

Price Summary

825,000

$173 per Sq. Ft.

MLS #:

12401277

Last Updated:

July 20, 2025, 10:54 AM

Added:

22 day(s) ago


Rooms & Interior

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms:

5

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms:

4

Full Bathrooms:

3

Interior

Living Area:

4,752 Sq. Ft.


Structure

Structure

Building Area:

4,752 Sq. Ft.

Year Built:

1898


Finances & Disclosures

Finances

Price:

$825,000

Price per Sq. Ft:

$173 per Sq. Ft.

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