540 Locust St, Marengo, IL 60152
OFF MARKET

$247,600

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,200 sqft

540 Locust St, Marengo, IL 60152

Est. Refi. Payment $1,867/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Sep 21, 2009 for $130,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$248K
Since last month
Increased$3K (+1.1%)
Since last year
Increased$15K (+6.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$117K (+90.2%)
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 +115% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$247K
August 2026$244K
July 2026$244K
June 2026$246K
May 2026$246K
April 2026$240K
March 2026$226K
February 2026$234K
January 2026$227K
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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
735 Maple St, Marengo, IL
0.03
Single-Family Home
$224,000
10/10/25
3
1
1,050
947 Mary Ct, Marengo, IL
0.32
Single-Family Home
$283,500
07/31/26
3
1
1,052
204 E Washington St, Marengo, IL
0.65
Single-Family Home
$105,000
06/12/26
3
1
1,400
1000 Ruth Ct, Marengo, IL
0.34
Single-Family Home
$317,000
10/10/25
3
2
1,606
821 Diane Ct, Marengo, IL
0.20
Single-Family Home
$252,000
06/02/26
3
1
1,230
900 Mary Ct, Marengo, IL
0.24
Single-Family Home
$396,830
12/17/25
2
2
1,457
222 N Taylor St, Marengo, IL
0.82
Single-Family Home
$185,000
07/09/26
4
1
1,250
802 E Washington St, Marengo, IL
0.43
Single-Family Home
$250,000
08/03/26
2
1.5
1,368
816 Doral Dr, Marengo, IL
0.20
Single-Family Home
$398,000
07/10/26
4
3
2,500
212 E Van Buren St, Marengo, IL
0.93
Single-Family Home
$217,500
12/17/25
3
1
1,185

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
640 Frances St, Marengo, IL 60152
0.01
$262,500
3
1
1,268
Off Market
735 Maple St, Marengo, IL 60152
0.03
$232,600
3
1
1,050
Off Market
712 Maple St, Marengo, IL 60152
0.09
$356,900
4
2.5
1,500
Off Market
605 James Ct, Marengo, IL 60152
0.11
$318,700
3
2
1,096
Off Market
532 Riley Dr, Marengo, IL 60152
0.12
$294,400
3
1.5
1,500
Off Market
539 Riley Dr, Marengo, IL 60152
0.16
$310,000
3
2
1,800
Recently Sold
4 Mary Ct #4, Marengo, IL 60152
0.19
$25,500
-
-
-
Recently Sold
820 Geraldine Ct, Marengo, IL 60152
0.19
$312,200
4
2
1,900
Off Market
6211 Maple St #501, Marengo, IL 60152
0.20
$255,500
3
1.5
1,500
Recently Sold
821 Diane Ct, Marengo, IL 60152
0.20
$252,000
3
1
1,230
Recently Sold
640 Bauman St, Marengo, IL 60152
0.20
$380,000
4
3
1,478
Off Market
816 Doral Dr, Marengo, IL 60152
0.20
$398,000
4
3
2,500
Recently Sold

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 540 Locust St.
  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1955
1,200 sqft
$206/sqft
Garage

About this House

Wow great opportunity! Nice ranch home features hardwood flooring in master bedroom. Rest covered w/carpet! Screened porch to enjoy your fenced back yard! Eat-in kitchen, central air. Full basement with huge cedar closet. The perfect starter/retirement home. Directly across from locust school! Better hurry!. Short sale. Bring all offers.
540 Locust St, Marengo, IL 60152 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,200 sqft single-family home built in 1955. It last sold for $130,000 on Sep 21, 2009. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $247,600, with a rent estimate of $1,867/month.

Home Details for 540 Locust St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 5

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1955
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Detached

Community

Units in Building: 1

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 21, 2009
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #07149207
Sold
$130,000
Mar 7, 2009
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$130,000
Jun 2, 2005
Source: N/A
Sold
$168,500
May 1, 2000
Source: N/A
Sold
$117,500

Market trends in Marengo

Last updated August 2026
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What Locals Say about Marengo

At least 87 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 89 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 85 % Say parking is easy

  • 84 % Say car is needed

  • 79 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 79 % Say kids play outside

  • 78 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 76 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 70 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 63 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 63 % Say it's quiet

  • 62 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 53 % Say there's wildlife

  • 51 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 46 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 38 % Say there are community events

  • 36 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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  • Mariogarden69
    "Safe and very nice people highly recommend to live here stores it’s not to far Farmers very respectful "
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  • Mimi62391
    "we take care of each other , if anyone needs something we are always willing to help. very quiet place to leave , asome neighbors."
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  • Khaled E.
    "Lived in for 19 years. Land wooded and 5 acres each . Very quiet neighborhood. Wild life and nature is all over . "
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  • Khaled E.
    "Walking in the neighborhood and enjoy the leave and quit. A lots of trees and wild life . Safe area properties are secluded. Properties are 5 plus acres each and unincorporated. Has well and septic ."
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  • Jesica.polizzi
    "Settlers days in October and trick or treating on Washington street, the farmers market during the summer is so nice, and the school district is great"
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  • Caraballoalina
    "The neighbors are friendly. It is a safe town and developing rapidly. There are activities for youth and adults."
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  • Yelliegibs014
    "Many young families & couples in the area, nice parks, great community activities year round, nearly everywhere you could want to walk has sidewalks. "
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  • Extravajannza
    "I like it here. It’s nice and people are friendly. The weather is good except in winters. Lots of good places to visit. "
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  • Huttner2
    "there's a lot of potholes but most people are friendly and will wave to you while driving by. theres a mcdonalds and soon a dunkin"
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  • Samantha L.
    "Very quiet, family friendly area in a welcoming community."
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Frequently asked questions about 540 Locust St

  • What is 540 Locust St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 540 Locust St in Marengo, IL is $247,600.
  • What is the price history for 540 Locust St?
    540 Locust St in Marengo, IL last sold for $130,000 in September 2009.
  • Is Marengo a buyer's or seller's market?
    Marengo is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What do residents say about Marengo?
    Residents describe Marengo, IL as dog-friendly, easy to park in, and well-kept. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Marengo, IL.
  • Does 540 Locust St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 540 Locust St in Marengo, IL has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 540 Locust St?
    The lot at 540 Locust St in Marengo, IL is about 0.20 acres (8,584 sq ft).

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