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$799,000
2 Days On Site

505 Marengo Avenue
Forest Park, IL 60130

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
5
Beds
4
Total Baths
3
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
4,752
SqFt
$168
/SqFt
1898
Built
County:
Cook
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of Redfin Corporation
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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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Price 
$799,000
Days On Site 
2 Days
Bedrooms 
5
Inside Area (SqFt) 
4,752 sqft
Total Baths 
4
Full Baths 
3
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
N/A
Year Built 
1898
MLS® Number 
12435758
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$21,317.29
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Plans
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yesterdayListing updated with changes from the MLS®
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General Features
Direction Faces 
East
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
4
Green Energy Efficient 
Water Heater
Parking 
Garage Door OpenerGarageOn SiteDetached
Parking Spaces 
4
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
SqFt Below 
794
Interior Features
Appliances 
RangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryerDisposalStainless Steel Appliance(s)
Basement 
Sump PumpFinishedExterior EntryFull
Cooling 
Ceiling Fan(s)Window Unit(s)
Electric 
Circuit Breakers
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Family RoomWood BurningGas Starter
Fireplaces 
1
Flooring 
Hardwood
Heating 
Hot WaterNatural Gas
Interior 
Walk-In Closet(s)
Laundry Features 
Gas Dryer HookupIn UnitSink
Spa 
Yes
Window Features 
Skylight(s)
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions - 16X12Level - Second
Bedroom 3 
Dimensions - 14X9Level - Second
Bedroom 4 
Dimensions - 14X12Level - Second
Bedroom 5 
Dimensions - 32X22Level - Third
Bonus Room 
Dimensions - 9X20Level - Basement
Dining Room 
Dimensions - 17X11Level - Main
Family Room 
Dimensions - 17X13Level - Main
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 14X17Level - MainDescription - Eating Area-Table Space,Island,Custom Cabinetry,Granite Counters,Updated Kitchen
Laundry 
Dimensions - 7X11Level - Basement
Living Room 
Dimensions - 21X12Level - Main
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 12X18Level - Second
Recreation Room 
Dimensions - 24X18Level - Basement
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Other
Exterior 
Dog Run
Fencing 
Fenced
Other Structures 
Guest House
Patio And Porch 
DeckPatio
Spa 
Yes
Windows/Doors 
Skylight(s)
Community Features
Community Features 
ParkPoolTennis Court(s)CurbsSidewalksStreet Lights
MLS Area 
Forest Park
School District 
Proviso East High School
Township 
Proviso
Schools
School District
Proviso East High School
Elementary School
Garfield Elementary School
Middle School
Forest Park Middle School
High School
Proviso East High School
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of Redfin Corporation



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Last checked: 2025-08-03 08:00 PM UTC
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