2138 Ruby St, Melrose Park, IL 60164
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OFF MARKET

2138 Ruby St
Melrose Park, IL 60164

  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,616 sqft (on 0.26 acres)

$401,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,791/mo*
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$401,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,791/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,616 sqft
(on 0.26 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools2 Middle Schools1 High School
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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1948
Lot Size
0.26 acres
Living Area
1,616 sqft
Price/Sqft
$249
Parking
Garage

About this House

VERY UNIQUE!! REMODELED 3 BEDROOM CAPE COD WITH A NICE COACH HOME SETTLED ON A BEAUTIFUL, HUGE LOT! OWNER HAS BEAUTIFULLY & TASTEFULLY UPDATED HOME OVER THE YEARS. PROFESSIONALLY ROOFED EXTERIOR STONE STEPS. THE LIVING ROOM OFFERS A GEORGES GAS FIREPLACE, HARDWOOD FLOORS, CUSTOM OAK STAIRCASE LEADING UPSTAIRS. STUNNING KITCHEN FEATURES LARGE ISLAND, HAND-MADE DESIGNED CABINETS, GRANITE TILE COUNTERTOPS, BUILT-IN DOUBLE OVEN, SS SUB-ZERO FRIDGE, WINE COOLER,SS RANGE HOOD. A CUSTOM WALL WATER FAUCET ABOVE THE COOKTOP. QUALITY WATER FILTER SYSTEM INCLUDED! NEWER LAUNDRY!! GLASS ROOFED SITTING ROOM IS LEADING TO WOODEN DECK OVERLOOKING HUGE BACKYARD, PAVED PATIO WITH FIREPLACE/SMOKE AND A MAGNIFICENT COACH HOME!!! THE DRIVEWAY FITS FIVE CARS. VERY LOVELY HOME!!TOO MUCH TOO LIST!!
2138 Ruby St, Melrose Park, IL 60164 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,616 sqft single-family home built in 1948. It last sold for $320,000 on May 4, 2022. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $401,600, with a rent estimate of $2,708/month.

Home Details for 2138 Ruby St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 8
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Shake ShingleExterior: WoodFoundation Type: Crawl Raised
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

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: 0.26 acres

Price History for 2138 Ruby St

DatePriceEventSource
05/04/2022$320,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11357736
04/01/2022$308,000PendingRE/MAX International #11357736
04/01/2022$308,000ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11357736
03/26/2022$308,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11357736
04/05/2006$235,000Sold
N/A
05/17/2000$135,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Melrose Park

Last updated June 2026
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$6,159
Assessment$230,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 2138 Ruby St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
2217 Ruby St, Melrose Park, IL
0.10
Single-Family Home
$375,000
05/07/26
3
1.5
1,250
2049 N Hawthorne Ave, Melrose Park, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$368,000
12/29/25
3
2
1,432
2055 N Hawthorne Ave, Melrose Park, IL
0.15
Single-Family Home
$375,000
05/22/26
5
2
1,658
2204 25th Ave, Melrose Park, IL
0.26
Single-Family Home
$303,300
04/09/26
3
1
1,277
2038 Ruby St, Melrose Park, IL
0.14
Single-Family Home
$264,900
02/25/26
4
1
1,450
2039 Scott St, Melrose Park, IL
0.24
Single-Family Home
$300,000
05/29/26
3
1
1,122
2316 N Hawthorne Ave, Melrose Park, IL
0.27
Single-Family Home
$390,000
04/27/26
3
2
1,611
10113 W Palmer Ave, Melrose Park, IL
0.40
Single-Family Home
$325,000
01/20/26
3
1
1,196
9907 W Fullerton Ave, Melrose Park, IL
0.28
Single-Family Home
$332,500
04/07/26
3
2
1,018
2257 Dora St, Melrose Park, IL
0.48
Single-Family Home
$390,000
09/30/25
3
2
1,466

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Melrose Park

At least 322 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 88 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 82 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 76 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 73 % Say kids play outside

  • 72 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 70 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 69 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 66 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 64 % Say parking is easy

  • 63 % Say car is needed

  • 60 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 60 % Say it's quiet

  • 59 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 44 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 39 % Say there's wildlife

  • 38 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Randy Olinski
    "I lived in unincorporated Melrose Park for 40 years. No sidewalks and low taxes. Great community for families with kids.Best school system and they really take care of Seniors."
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  • Randy Olinski
    "I lived here for 40 years. Great Senior programs, great schools, great Township support for our residences."
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  • Randy Olinski
    "Public transportation is week in the unincorporated Leyden area. There is a design for this area in the works"
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  • Laura_gomez01
    "I have lived in this neighborhood for about 15 years and I love the area, it is closer to many places. "
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    "The neighborhood is clean everyone that has a dog seems to pick up after them. It’s a safe area to walk a dog at any time"
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  • Neighbors of Emerson Ave
    " Unicorporated Melrose Park, Leyden Township Easy access to public transportation. Short ride to Ohare Airport. 10 mins to the Metra station. New development has started a more to come ex, Luxury Apartments, Shopping centers nearby. Our community has devoted staffing and money into Senior care, there are programs and lots of other support for them. "
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  • Halloween1928
    "Possibly another dog park. There’s already one, but having two or three would be much needed across Melrose Park. "
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  • Laura_gomez01
    "It is a nice neighborhood, I like to live here and closer to downtown and other places.. they are a lot of nice restaurants here and we have Costco and Sam’s club closer "
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  • Halloween1928
    "Adding a second dog park near North Ave would be good for dog owners. There’s already a dog park on 13th and Maine, but a second one would be convenient. "
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  • Lupe V.
    "And good caring! There’s a police watching in every corner to feel safe. It is a friendly place to live in and everything is around the corner."
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  • Teresa G.
    "It’s a good neighborhood, great schools and great community. There’s is public transportation and around and about."
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  • Narda P.
    "Lived here for 8 years. I enjoy the culture and the people. Good amount of stores, schools can get some improvement but overall ok. "
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  • Marisol S.
    "..... I love Melrose Park ,,. But I would like better school and children's programs.   Taxes are too expensive for this area ... schools are a bit bad ..."
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  • Anonymous
    "The parking is horrible. Overall it can be a really good neighborhood however some of the tenants are a bit nasty. Both cleanliness and friendliness can be better."
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  • Ester92109
    "we have carnivals and many people visit and nice and clean parks for the kids also the streets are clean and not much people at night it's kind of quiet "
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  • 2316elopez
    "It’s very friendly and I grew up here all my life has no problems whatsoever. Would recommend families to live here."
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  • Carmen
    "it's a great neighborhood and centrally located to everything in the Chicago area. you can get anywhere within 30 40 minutes"
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  • Frank S.
    "Food festival on Labor Day. Religious events. Sporting activities for adults and children. Community College. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Great municipal services, e.g. fire department, police department, water, sewage, garbage collection (twice a week). Good corporate tax base. "
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  • Yfigueroa
    "Neighbors are watching after each other and offer greetings and pleasantries often. When a neighbor will have an even which requires noise or street closings they inform neighbors as a courtesy "
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  • Frank S.
    "Excellent public services. Well maintained parks. Excellent access to hospitals, stores, etc. Strategically located to highways, downtown, and airports. "
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  • Teresa G
    "Good schools , safe for family lots of fun things to do over the summer especially carnivals everything so local so many stores surrounding you. "
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  • Tommy R.
    "Very good bus is exactly on time every morning when I’m commuting to work & the same way coming back "
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  • Daniella H.
    "Every holiday there’s always family activities to do for free or just a small fee which I love ! I’ve raised my child here because i knew it was going to be safe and happy because that’s how I grew up "
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  • Feliciano V. A. A. M.
    "Horrible it’s too long to get there in car and public transportation is longer. They need faster transportation in order to get there at a decent time. If not you have to leave ur home really early in order not to get stuck in traffic."
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  • Martinezb0610
    "the area is almost suburban type like not a lot of noise like Chicago area Also peace and quiet place to live. "
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Frequently asked questions about 2138 Ruby St

  • What is 2138 Ruby St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 2138 Ruby St in Melrose Park, IL is $401,600.
  • What is the price history for 2138 Ruby St?
    2138 Ruby St in Melrose Park, IL last sold for $320,000 in May 2022.
  • Is Melrose Park a buyer's or seller's market?
    Melrose Park is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What do residents say about Melrose Park?
    Residents describe Melrose Park, IL as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and well-kept. See recently sold homes in Melrose Park, IL.
  • Does 2138 Ruby St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 2138 Ruby St in Melrose Park, IL has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 2138 Ruby St?
    The lot at 2138 Ruby St in Melrose Park, IL is about 0.26 acres (11,221 sq ft).