1237 Marengo Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130
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OFF MARKET

$423,000

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,588 sqft

1237 Marengo Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130

Est. Refi. Payment $3,057/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jul 11, 2019 for $268,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$423K
Since last month
Increased$2K (+0.5%)
Since last year
Increased$17K (+4.1%)
Since last sale
Increased$154K (+57.3%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +55% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
November 2026$422K
October 2026$419K
September 2026$419K
August 2026$431K
July 2026$432K
June 2026$431K
May 2026$435K
April 2026$427K
March 2026$415K
February 2026$403K
January 2026$393K
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2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Address Not Disclosed, Forest Park, IL
0.04
Single-Family Home
$340,000
12/15/25
2
2
1,500
1042 Circle Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.24
Single-Family Home
$265,000
03/20/26
3
1
1,150
1125 Marengo Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$387,000
06/26/26
3
2
1,634
1229 Maple Ave, Berwyn, IL
0.23
Single-Family Home
$385,000
09/30/26
3
2
1,413
1409 Harlem Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.21
Single-Family Home
$380,000
11/12/25
4
2
1,727
1128 Circle Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.15
Single-Family Home
$250,000
06/09/26
2
2
1,776
1101 Beloit Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.33
Single-Family Home
$475,000
08/20/26
3
1.5
1,659
1032 Marengo Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.27
Single-Family Home
$522,500
07/24/26
3
2
1,750
1005 S Harlem Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.36
Single-Family Home
$285,000
12/17/25
4
2
1,250
1424 Home Ave, Berwyn, IL
0.45
Single-Family Home
$330,000
12/05/25
3
1.5
1,599

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1245 Marengo Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130
0.01
$401,000
4
2
1,500
Off Market
1235 Marengo Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130
0.01
$330,000
2
2
1,680
Off Market
1235 Marengo Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130
0.01
-
-
-
-
Off Market
1247 Marengo Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130
0.02
$295,000
3
1
1,000
Off Market
1233 Marengo Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130
0.02
$304,400
3
2
1,300
Off Market
1233 Marengo Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130
0.02
$271,800
2
2
1,377
Off Market
1236 Circle Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130
0.03
$476,300
Studio
3
2,358
Off Market
1242 Circle Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130
0.03
$338,800
3
2
1,179
Off Market
1234 Circle Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130
0.03
$392,700
3
2
-
Off Market
1234 Circle Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130
0.03
-
-
-
-
Off Market
1234 Cirlcle Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130
0.03
$291,500
3
2
-
Off Market
1227 Marengo Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130
0.03
$404,800
5
3
1,950
Off Market
1227 Marengo Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130
0.03
$430,700
4
2
1,936
Off Market
1227 Marengo Ave #1, Forest Park, IL 60130
0.03
-
2
1
1,200
Off Market
7319 13th St, Forest Park, IL 60130
0.03
$423,400
3
1
1,150
Off Market
1232 Circle Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130
0.03
-
5
3
1,800
Off Market
1232 Circle Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130
0.03
$434,400
5
3
1,800
Off Market
1230 Circle Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130
0.03
$257,200
2
1
660
Off Market
1242 Marengo Ave #1, Forest Park, IL 60130
0.04
-
3
1
1,000
Off Market
1225 Marengo Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130
0.04
$594,000
8
3
-
Recently Sold

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1948
1,588 sqft
$266/sqft
Garage

About this House

Beautiful, sunny and open floor plan home in Forest Park! Updated kitchen and bathrooms, roof 2012, windows 2015, newer mini split AC systems & flood control system, hardwood floors 2013, water filtration system. 2 spacious bedrooms plus a den/sun room with closet that can be used as an additional bedroom, mud room perfect for those winter/rainy days. Speakers and Smart Home wiring throughout! New doors, trim, crown and built-in throughout! A full basement ready for your ideas to expand this lovely home. Oversized lot with 2 car garage and 3 additional car spaces perfect for those summer bbq's!
1237 Marengo Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,588 sqft single-family home built in 1948. It last sold for $268,000 on Jul 11, 2019. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $423,000, with a rent estimate of $3,161/month.

Home Details for 1237 Marengo Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt, OtherExterior: Wood
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1948
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5998 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 11, 2019
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10372724
Sold
$268,000
May 14, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$269,555
May 9, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$269,555
Apr 1, 2010
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #07305219
Sold
$150,000

Market trends in Forest Park

Last updated September 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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Sale-to-List Price
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Available listings
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What Locals Say about Forest Park

At least 232 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 96 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 94 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 92 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 80 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 75 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 73 % Say parking is easy

  • 71 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 67 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 59 % Say it's quiet

  • 57 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 57 % Say kids play outside

  • 55 % Say there are community events

  • 55 % Say car is needed

  • 55 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 54 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 44 % Say there's wildlife

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Trulia User
    "Been in this area since 2000 and it hasn’t changed, it’s still beautiful, quite and safe. "
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  • Ashley Patterson
    "Pleasant and mostly quiet"
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  • Dan.eden21
    "Easy access to CTA in a few parts of town. It’s a nice place to live and shop, the small businesses deserve your support. And it really is a good hybrid between city and suburb."
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  • Bookerelaine
    "The stores are nice great restaurants i love the businesses and its cllose to transportation i enjoy the quietness and peace"
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  • S
    "St Patrick’s day parade German fest Library activities Aquatic center Forest Park music in the park events "
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  • Nicole W.
    "Born and raised in this lovely town just outside of Chicago. Great schools, beautiful parks and easy access to the Blue Line (and green if you stay on the north side) "
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  • FP Neighbor
    "So many public transportation options. Lots of green space. It would be better if there were more affordable condos in Forest Park"
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  • Ivoryhudson512
    "Lots of people own dogs in the neighborhood. There are dog parks and many activities in the area for dog owners"
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  • Abigail B.
    "There is a dog park not too far away. Oak park is the next town over and the restaurants are very dog friendly"
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  • Renee.neher
    "Park district had a lot of good options. There are places to walk, but also drive. many options for food. "
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  • Tyiesha M.
    "This commute is pretty good to be in an area that is considered a suburb. Easy access to the blue and green lines as well as pace buses that run frequently"
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  • Tasha W.
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for 6 years & the community is very friendly but also very protective. I love that it is a low crime area & also family oriented. The only problem I have with FP is that there is no FP High-school! "
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  • Kaitlin.oconnell
    "good, there’s a lot of public transportation readily available, as well as easy access to the interstate"
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  • Independentlyalone
    "Very welcoming people and pets. Friendly town to live in stores give treats to pets and some stores allow you to bring them in with you. (for smaller dogs)"
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  • Outtathisworldthing
    "The forest park neighborhood is safe secure and mostly just a pleasant place to live. I have lived out here for 20 plus years and plan on staying longer. If you are not a closed minded person you will live the little big city aswell."
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  • Dejuaii
    "Well for starters, Dog owners will love the fact that there is a dog park and other dog owners in the area. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I don’t use public transportation but do know that the train station is just 2 blocks away and the ride downtown is less than 30 minutes "
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  • Elizabeth T.
    "This area has great access to 290 and the blue line makes it easy to get into the city. I reverse commute to Downers Grove and it is an easy 30 minute drive. "
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  • Travgramm
    "I’ve lived here for seven years. Best neighborhood I’ve lived in. I had to leave Chicago. I loved Chicago but had to go. I wanted the old town feel but still have big city access, this was the best place. "
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  • ZZ
    "I only have to walk a few blocks to work. It’s not too loud and there are lots of trees. Everything is in walking distance for the most part"
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  • Dwyermolly
    "Very walkable. Madison street is very family friendly with lots of family activities throughout the year. "
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  • Alyson S.
    "There are many families who have had 2 or 3 generations grow up and live in Forest Park such as my husband and his family. There are many community events and everybody knows everybody. Great small town charm!"
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  • helenadair32
    "I've lived in Forest Park for 91/2 years and I totally love it's quite, quant, if you need the police they come quickly, I did for something personal and they are respectable and helpful. Forest Park is tops in my book!!!"
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  • king
    "Great for dogs. There are plenty of areas to walk your dog. Plenty of sidewalks. I love living in forest park. "
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  • Latoya M. G.
    "The neighborhood is very nice, I love the schools in the district. Except for the fact that proviso east is the main high school for the area, for as expensive as it is to live around here they should have a better public high school. "
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  • MK
    "Forest Park puts on a lot of great yearly events such as St. Pats Parade, Music festival and Rob Fest. "
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  • T_deleon
    "Many dogs families in the area, very dog friendly. I would recommend this area to future residents "
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  • Empanadamama
    "Cemeteries. Lots and lots! Other than that, totally a small old classic feel of a village with good access to the city."
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Frequently asked questions about 1237 Marengo Ave

  • What is 1237 Marengo Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1237 Marengo Ave in Forest Park, IL is $423,000.
  • What is the price history for 1237 Marengo Ave?
    1237 Marengo Ave in Forest Park, IL last sold for $268,000 in July 2019.
  • Is Forest Park a buyer's or seller's market?
    Forest Park is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What do residents say about Forest Park?
    Residents describe Forest Park, IL as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and walkable to restaurants. See recently sold homes in Forest Park, IL.
  • Does 1237 Marengo Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1237 Marengo Ave in Forest Park, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 1237 Marengo Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1237 Marengo Ave in Forest Park, IL has in-unit laundry.

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