2156 Ruby St, Melrose Park, IL 60164
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OFF MARKET

2156 Ruby St
Melrose Park, IL 60164

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,200 sqft (on 0.26 acres)

$297,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 20, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,095/mo*
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$297,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 20, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,095/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,200 sqft
(on 0.26 acres)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$298K
Since last month
Decreased$10K (-3.1%)
Since last year
Increased$16K (+5.7%)
Since last sale
Increased$212K (+249.9%)
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 +111% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$297K
July 2026$307K
June 2026$306K
May 2026$309K
April 2026$297K
March 2026$293K
February 2026$276K
January 2026$277K
2025
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
2217 Ruby St, Melrose Park, IL
0.07
Single-Family Home
$375,000
05/07/26
3
1.5
1,250
2435 Nona St, Franklin Park, IL
0.36
Single-Family Home
$357,000
07/15/26
3
2
1,128
9907 W Fullerton Ave, Melrose Park, IL
0.25
Single-Family Home
$332,500
04/07/26
3
2
1,018
2049 N Hawthorne Ave, Melrose Park, IL
0.18
Single-Family Home
$368,000
12/29/25
3
2
1,432
2054 Scott St, Melrose Park, IL
0.27
Single-Family Home
$100,000
06/29/26
2
1
872
2522 Westbrook Dr, Franklin Park, IL
0.43
Single-Family Home
$300,000
07/17/26
3
2
1,531
9934 Herrick Ave, Franklin Park, IL
0.42
Single-Family Home
$385,000
09/11/25
3
2
1,517
2029 Louis St, Melrose Park, IL
0.32
Single-Family Home
$362,450
01/14/26
3
2
2,241
9822 Richard Ave, Franklin Park, IL
0.58
Single-Family Home
$340,000
04/27/26
3
2
1,090
9936 Armitage Ave, Melrose Park, IL
0.26
Single-Family Home
$166,500
12/10/25
4
1
1,400

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
9711 W Palmer Ave, Melrose Park, IL 60164
0.09
$325,000
3
2
1,278
Off Market
2156 Emerson Ave, Melrose Park, IL 60164
0.08
$308,300
3
1
1,156
Off Market
2217 Ruby St, Melrose Park, IL 60164
0.07
$375,000
3
1.5
1,250
Recently Sold
2057 Emerson Ave, Melrose Park, IL 60164
0.13
$334,100
3
1
768
Off Market
2218 Atlantic Ave, Melrose Park, IL 60164
0.09
$333,500
2
2
-
Off Market
2115 N Hawthorne Ave, Melrose Park, IL 60164
0.14
$361,400
4
2
1,365
Off Market
2226 Emerson Ave, Melrose Park, IL 60164
0.11
$373,800
3
1
1,415
Off Market
2039 Emerson St, Melrose Park, IL 60164
0.17
$243,900
2
1
768
Off Market
9748 McLean Ave, Melrose Park, IL 60164
0.17
$195,100
3
1
1,345
Off Market
2038 Ruby St, Melrose Park, IL 60164
0.17
$264,900
4
1
1,450
Recently Sold
9627 Castello Ave, Melrose Park, IL 60164
0.16
$305,000
3
1
-
Recently Sold
2225 Atlantic Ave, Melrose Park, IL 60164
0.13
$308,200
4
2
1,500
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 2156 Ruby St.
  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1946
Lot Size
0.26 acres
Living Area
1,200 sqft
Price/Sqft
$248
Parking
Garage

About this House

This newly updated rental home boasts new siding and gutters (2020) and new roof (2020) on both the home and 2 car garage, granite countertops, hardwood floors and a huge backyard space perfect for relaxing or entertaining.
Stainless steel kitchen appliances are included in the wide-galley kitchen along with granite countertops and a walk-in pantry. The 1.5 baths are luxuriously marble-tiled. This home features hardwood floors throughout the first floor and a carpeted staircase and bedrooms on the 2nd floor.
French doors in the dining room open up to a walk-out concrete porch with a retractable awning and a fully fenced in backyard that includes a paver stone patio with built in fire pit, a swing set, storage shed, a peach tree, and a 24x24 sq.ft. garden - perfect for those that love being outdoors!
Forced air heating and central air, as well as lots of windows and natural light.
An upright piano is included in this rental as well as a swing set, but both can be removed, if desired.

This corner lot in a quiet neighborhood offers privacy while being in walking distance to Scott elementary school (D83), a public park with playground, walking path, soccer field, tennis courts, boxing facility, and public pool.
It is a 10 min drive from 294, 290, 90 and O'Hare International airport, 5 min drive from Metra North Central (NCS) and Metra Milwaukee District W (MD-W), and a 10 min drive to Metra Union Pacific West (UP-W)

Smoking, small and large pets allowed, but security deposit will be higher to accommodate any needed cleaning/repair fees.
Parking permitted in paved driveway and 2 car garage as well as street parking as permitted by Leyden Township.
Owner is responsible for general yard work, however renter can assume such responsibilities and pay a reduced monthly rent. Renter is responsible for snow removal.
Owner responsible for all major appliances. Renter responsible for disposable maintenance items such as light bulbs, air filters, etc.
Master bedroom (1st floor) shown without baseboards; baseboards will be installed by owner prior to move-in.
Owner responsible for water and garbage fees.
Renter responsible for Electric, Gas, Internet, Phone, and Television.
Interior painting may be permitted pending approval from owner. Exterior painting not permitted. No exterior installations or major landscaping changes unless approved by owner.
Fire pit is not to be used for burning yard waste.
Credit check required.
2156 Ruby St, Melrose Park, IL 60164 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,200 sqft single-family home built in 1946. It last sold for $85,000 on Dec 6, 2012. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $297,800, with a rent estimate of $2,304/month.

Home Details for 2156 Ruby St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 6
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5Floors: Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
DryerWasher

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: OtherExterior: WoodFoundation Type: Crawl Raised
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Detached, Off Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1946
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.26 acres

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Dec 6, 2012
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08037060
Sold
$85,000
Nov 7, 2012
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$85,000
Sep 24, 2012
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$85,000
Price decreased by 19%
Sep 9, 2012
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$105,000
Price decreased by 4%
Jul 9, 2012
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$109,000
Price decreased by 9%

Market trends in Melrose Park

Last updated July 2026
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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 2156 Ruby St

  • What is 2156 Ruby St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 2156 Ruby St in Melrose Park, IL is $297,800.
  • What is the price history for 2156 Ruby St?
    2156 Ruby St in Melrose Park, IL last sold for $85,000 in December 2012.
  • 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 2156 Ruby St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 2156 Ruby St in Melrose Park, IL has in-unit laundry.
  • How big is the lot at 2156 Ruby St?
    The lot at 2156 Ruby St in Melrose Park, IL is about 0.10 acres (4,550 sq ft).

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