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Highlights

  • Suburban charm
  • Peaceful neighborhood
  • Spacious living areas
  • Quiet tree-lined street
  • Well-sized bedrooms

Location

240 Marengo Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130, USA
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Management

Avenue1 Management Corp

Leasing office

(773) 703-3200

Property Overview

240 Marengo Avenue offers suburban charm on a quiet tree-lined street, with peaceful surroundings, spacious living areas, and well-sized bedrooms. It also stands out for strong value per square foot, a highly rated location, solid amenities, and an overall renter appeal supported by a high expert rating and competitive pricing.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 240 Marengo Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 240 Marengo Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

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Great for

  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath1,400 sqft$1,795 /mo1 unit availableA warm and welcoming living experience awaits at 240 Marengo Avenue, located on a quiet, tree-lined street in one of Forest Park’s most desirable residential pockets. These 2 bed / 1 bath units feature spacious living areas, a practical and easy-to-use kitchen layout, well-sized bedrooms, and excellent natural light that enhances the comfort and appeal of the entire home. The floor plan provides smooth everyday functionality with ample room for furniture, storage, and flexible living arrangements ideal for small households or those seeking a bit more space. The property offers the charm of a peaceful neighborhood while still keeping residents close to everything Forest Park is known for. With quick access to Madison Street dining, parks, schools, public transit, and major expressways, this address delivers a perfect blend of convenience, livability, and suburban charm.

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About 240 Marengo Avenue

HomeApartments in Forest Park 240 Marengo Avenue

A warm and welcoming living experience awaits at 240 Marengo Avenue, located on a quiet, tree-lined street in one of Forest Park’s most desirable residential pockets. These 2 bed / 1 bath units feature spacious living areas, a practical and easy-to-use kitchen layout, well-sized bedrooms, and excellent natural light that enhances the comfort and appeal of the entire home. The floor plan provides smooth everyday functionality with ample room for furniture, storage, and flexible living arrangements ideal for small households or those seeking a bit more space. The property offers the charm of a peaceful neighborhood while still keeping residents close to everything Forest Park is known for. With quick access to Madison Street dining, parks, schools, public transit, and major expressways, this address delivers a perfect blend of convenience, livability, and suburban charm.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 240 Marengo Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 240 Marengo Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 240 Marengo Avenue
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
240 Marengo Avenue offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 240 Marengo Avenue is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
240 Marengo Avenue is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 240 Marengo Avenue does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

240 Marengo Avenue is great for:

Work-from-home

  • Large windows for natural lighting
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • 2 internet service provider options nearby
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 240 Marengo Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 442 sqft larger than other listings nearby

Considerations

Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
No laundry facilities available
This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers

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Rent trends in Forest Park

2-bedroom apartments at 240 Marengo Avenue cost about 10% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Forest Park.

Median rents as of Aug 8 2026.
Forest Park
A table of studio rental data trends in Forest Park
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,045
September 2024$1,092
February 2025$1,100
March 2025$1,100
April 2025$1,100
May 2025$1,033
June 2025$962
July 2025$975
August 2025$1,057
September 2025$1,168
October 2025$1,079
November 2025$1,005
December 2025$1,425
January 2026$1,419
February 2026$1,311
March 2026$1,081
April 2026$1,075
May 2026$1,059
June 2026$1,055
July 2026$1,105
August 2026$1,150

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$71,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $71,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,795.
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Schools near 240 Marengo Avenue

Garfield Elementary School

543 hannah ave

forest park, IL, 60130

PK, K-2Public
B+

Lindop Elementary School

2400 s 18th ave

broadview, IL, 60155

PK, K-8Public
C+

Komarek Elementary School

8940 w 24th st

north riverside, IL, 60546

PK, K-8Public
B

Rhodes Elementary School

8931 fullerton ave

river grove, IL, 60171

PK, K-8Public
C

River Grove Elementary School

2650 thatcher ave

river grove, IL, 60171

PK, K-8Public
B
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Forest Park near 240 Marengo Ave

Walking

9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

6/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 240 Marengo Ave, Forest Park

Groceries

7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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