NOT LISTED FOR SALE

508 Marengo Ave Forest Park, IL 60130

Estimated Value: $633,000 - $752,772

5 Beds
3 Baths
2,780 Sq Ft
$250/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 14, 2023

Last sale price $701,500 $252 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,749/month

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Heated Floors
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Granite Countertops
  • Deck
  • Heated Sun or Florida Room
  • 5-minute walk to Veterans Park

About This Home

As of August 2023

If your philosophy is ONLY THE BEST, then you MUST see this FABULOUS home to claim it as yours! This sparkling Victorian home harmonizes the elements of the past with the best of the on trend updates, for a stylish look that is sure to impress! The home is ideally situated on a wide, PARK- LIKE landscaped lot and draws in natural light from EVERY window. The foyer and the grand staircase offer traditional bench seating styled anew with lighting and highlighted by the white decor. Rooms flow beautifully on the first floor, from the sunny den to the open living room and dining room creating a perfect and inviting space. Spacious and sunlit first floor bedroom is a covetable guest space or splendid music room. COMPLETELY UPDATED and OPEN kitchen features all of the top of the line finishes and appliances, a showcase kitchen that makes a STATEMENT! A large island with quartz top is perfect for meal prep and casual dining. Radiant heated slate flooring creates a timeless look. The focal point of the family room is the sleek, black tiled gas fireplace. Sliding glass doors are a gateway to the large deck and yard. The first floor full size laundry room and full bath complete the space. There are two staircases to the second floor, with one leading directly to the primary suite. The primary suite lives large with a volume ceiling with sky lights, floor to ceiling window with Juliet balcony, walk in closet and sumptuous bath with walk in shower. There are three more large bedrooms, all with hardwood floors, on trend ceiling fan light fixtures and incredible closet space. Pull down staircase to attic for additional storage opportunity. The basement features a second laundry and additional storage. Enjoy seasonal outdoor living, the yard is designed so there is something for everyone. The large deck extends the living space and the fenced yard has perennial gardens, raised plant beds, fire pit and dog run. Lots of green space awash with color. The home is IDEALLY located just a few steps to Madison Street restaurants and shops. This is a RARE OFFERING of a special home that can be your forever home.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Leigh Ann Hughes

Compass License #475166107 Listed on: 07/05/2023

Compass

Co-Listed By

Victoria Atkins

Compass License #475102405

Last Buyer's Agent

Dorothy Gillian

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #475141002

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,688

Year Built

  • Built in 1903 | Remodeled in 2006

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 50 x 160
  • Dog Run
  • Fenced Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Off Alley Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,780 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Bookcases
  • Skylights
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Heated Sun or Florida Room
  • Lower Floor Utility Room
  • Storage Room
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Storm Screens

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Partially Carpeted
  • Heated Floors
  • Slate Flooring

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Potential Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in multiple locations
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Fire Pit

Schools

  • Garfield Elementary School
  • Forest Park Middle School
  • Proviso East High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,688

Year Built

Built in 1903 | Remodeled in 2006

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1903
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2006
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Renovated: 2006

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Gas Cooktop
  • Basement: Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Gas Starter
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, Heated Floors, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Some Carpeting, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room
  • LivingArea: 2780
  • Room Type: Foyer, Heated Sun Room, Bedroom 5, Enclosed Porch, Storage, Walk In Closet, Deck, Utility Room-Lower Level
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 2780
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 2780
  • Basement Sq Ft: 1011
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 3791
  • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 1011
  • Upper Level Sq Ft: 1323
  • Attic: Pull Down Stair
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1457
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Plans

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Deck, Porch, Dog Run, Storms/Screens, Fire Pit
  • List Price: 675000
  • Lot Features: Fenced Yard
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Number of Cars: 2
  • Driveway: Off Alley
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Steam, Radiant, Radiator(s), Zoned
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Multiple Locations
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Garfield Elementary School
  • High School: Proviso East High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Forest Park Middle School
  • Middle/Junior School District: 91
  • Junior High/Middle School #2: Proviso Mathematics and Science Academy
  • Elementary School #2: Grant-White Elementary School

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 50 X 160
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 16
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 9687.98
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 5, 2023
Closed on
Jul 28, 2023
Sold by
Shea Stephanie
Bought by
Greenwood-Brown Joshua and Brown Lauren E
Seller's Agent
Leigh Ann Hughes
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Dorothy Gillian
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
List Price
$675,000
Sold Price
$701,500
Premium/Discount to List
$26,500
3.93%
Views
49
Current Estimated Value
$695,693

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$5,807
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.38%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 7, 2022
Closed on
Apr 13, 2022
Sold by
Hofmann Gerhard and Hofmann Mary J
Bought by
Shea Stephanie
Seller's Agent
Dorothy Gillian
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Buyer's Agent
Leigh Ann Hughes
Compass
List Price
$549,000
Sold Price
$549,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
19.91%
Original Mortgage
$439,200
Interest Rate
4.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 7, 2022
Closed on
Apr 8, 2022
Sold by
Hofmann Gerhard and Hofmann Mary J
Bought by
Shea Stephanie
Seller's Agent
Dorothy Gillian
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Buyer's Agent
Leigh Ann Hughes
Compass
List Price
$549,000
Sold Price
$549,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$439,200
Interest Rate
4.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Greenwood-Brown Joshua $701,500 Prairie Title
Shea Stephanie $549,000 --
Shea Stephanie $549,000 None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Shea Stephanie $439,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
08/14/2023 08/14/23 Sold $701,500 +3.9% $252 / Sq Ft
07/11/2023 07/11/23 Pending -- -- --
07/05/2023 07/05/23 For Sale $675,000 +23.0% $243 / Sq Ft
04/08/2022 04/08/22 Sold $549,000 0.0% $220 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/11/2022 02/11/22 Pending -- -- --
02/07/2022 02/07/22 For Sale $549,000 -- $220 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $13,216 $44,000 $8,000 $36,000
2023 $10,161 $44,000 $8,000 $36,000
2022 $10,161 $32,453 $5,200 $27,253
2021 $9,688 $32,453 $5,200 $27,253
2020 $9,531 $32,453 $5,200 $27,253
2019 $8,688 $28,790 $5,200 $23,590
2018 $8,507 $28,790 $5,200 $23,590
2017 $8,344 $28,790 $5,200 $23,590
2016 $9,954 $30,986 $4,800 $26,186
2015 $10,005 $30,986 $4,800 $26,186
2014 $10,176 $31,972 $4,800 $27,172
2013 $9,754 $32,790 $4,800 $27,990
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11823401

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 15-13-214-003-0000