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The Boardwalk

235 Marengo Avenue, Forest Park, IL, 60130 |The Boardwalk

YEAR BUILT

1968

# STORIES

7

# TOTAL UNITS

76

UNIT SIZE RANGE

1,350-1,450 sqft

Description

The Boardwalk sits at the corner of Marengo Avenue in Forest Park. This high-rise building has 7 stories and features 76 units. Built in 1968, its structure blends classic charm with urban living. The units offer a size range from 1,350 to 1,450 square feet. Prices vary from $270,000 to $279,000. Recent sales show an average price of about $225,334. The average selling price per square foot is around $203. With an average of 63 days on the market, potential buyers have time to explore their options. Nearby businesses like Citgo Gas Station and Butter & Brown Bistro provide convenience for everyday needs. Healy's Westside is also close for dining choices. Amenities include an intercom system, a receiving room, and elevators for easy access. Parking is available, enhancing the experience of living here. A sense of community is evident with shared spaces and friendly neighbors. The building’s location makes it easy to travel around the area. Access to major roads helps with commuting. Though not directly next to water, it is a reasonable drive to local lakes for outdoor enjoyment. This high-rise offers a comfortable living setting in a vibrant neighborhood. It combines the benefits of urban life with the space of larger units. Life at The Boardwalk provides a nice balance for those looking to settle in Forest Park.

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The Boardwalk

235 Marengo Avenue, Forest Park, IL, 60130

|The Boardwalk

YEAR BUILT

1968

# STORIES

7

# TOTAL UNITS

76

UNIT SIZE RANGE

1,350-1,450 sqft

Description

The Boardwalk sits at the corner of Marengo Avenue in Forest Park. This high-rise building has 7 stories and features 76 units. Built in 1968, its structure blends classic charm with urban living. The units offer a size range from 1,350 to 1,450 square feet. Prices vary from $270,000 to $279,000. Recent sales show an average price of about $225,334. The average selling price per square foot is around $203. With an average of 63 days on the market, potential buyers have time to explore their options. Nearby businesses like Citgo Gas Station and Butter & Brown Bistro provide convenience for everyday needs. Healy's Westside is also close for dining choices. Amenities include an intercom system, a receiving room, and elevators for easy access. Parking is available, enhancing the experience of living here. A sense of community is evident with shared spaces and friendly neighbors. The building’s location makes it easy to travel around the area. Access to major roads helps with commuting. Though not directly next to water, it is a reasonable drive to local lakes for outdoor enjoyment. This high-rise offers a comfortable living setting in a vibrant neighborhood. It combines the benefits of urban life with the space of larger units. Life at The Boardwalk provides a nice balance for those looking to settle in Forest Park.

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Description

The Boardwalk sits at the corner of Marengo Avenue in Forest Park. This high-rise building has 7 stories and features 76 units. Built in 1968, its structure blends classic charm with urban living. The units offer a size range from 1,350 to 1,450 square feet. Prices vary from $270,000 to $279,000. Recent sales show an average price of about $225,334. The average selling price per square foot is around $203. With an average of 63 days on the market, potential buyers have time to explore their options. Nearby businesses like Citgo Gas Station and Butter & Brown Bistro provide convenience for everyday needs. Healy's Westside is also close for dining choices. Amenities include an intercom system, a receiving room, and elevators for easy access. Parking is available, enhancing the experience of living here. A sense of community is evident with shared spaces and friendly neighbors. The building’s location makes it easy to travel around the area. Access to major roads helps with commuting. Though not directly next to water, it is a reasonable drive to local lakes for outdoor enjoyment. This high-rise offers a comfortable living setting in a vibrant neighborhood. It combines the benefits of urban life with the space of larger units. Life at The Boardwalk provides a nice balance for those looking to settle in Forest Park.

The Boardwalk Market Stats Last 12 months

Avg. Listed Price$227,000($230/Sqft.)
Avg. Sale Price$225,334($203/Sqft.)
Year over year list priceDown Arrow1.73%
Year over year sale priceDown Arrow 1.01%
Total Listings2 Listed
Total sold3 Sold
Average Days on Market63 days
Average HOA fees per sqft$5 /monthly
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Market Stats

Year over year list priceDown Arrow1.73%
Year over year sale priceDown Arrow1.01%
Total Listings2 Listed
Total sold3 Sold
Average Days on Market63 days
Average HOA fees per sqft$5 /monthly

Glen Gardens Estate Availability & Demand

Unit Availability

Low
High availability buildings list units frequently.

Unit Availability helps to understand how often units in a particular building are listed for sale as compared with the neighborhood average. Units are rarely listed in buildings with low availability.

Unit Demand

Low
Units in high-demand buildings sell quicker.

Unit Demand is a measure of quickly units in a particular building sell as compared with other buildings in the neighborhood. Units in high-demand buildings sell more quickly.

For Sale 0 For Sale

The Boardwalk Inventory & Sale History

UnitSize (sqft)BedsBathsDays On MarketDateStatusPrice
Unit 3B3B120022482025-07-22
MLS#: 12377387 		Closed$279,000
Unit 4C4C120022482025-02-25
MLS#: 12265496 		Closed$270,000
Unit 7F7F130022142024-06-28
MLS#: 12084751 		Closed$250,500
Unit 3B
3B

2 Beds

2 Baths

1200 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2025-07-22Closed$279,000
MLS#: 12377387
Days On Market48
Unit 4C
4C

2 Beds

2 Baths

1200 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2025-02-25Closed$270,000
MLS#: 12265496
Days On Market48
Unit 7F
7F

2 Beds

2 Baths

1300 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2024-06-28Closed$250,500
MLS#: 12084751
Days On Market14
View Complete Unit Listing HistorySource By: MRED

Amenities

Living in The Boardwalk means you’ll have access to some thoughtful amenities that make life easier. An intercom system adds convenience and security, while elevators grant easy access up and down the building. And, if you're expecting a package, the dedicated receiving room ensures that deliveries are safe and secure until you pick them up.

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Amenities Description

Living in The Boardwalk means you’ll have access to some thoughtful amenities that make life easier. An intercom system adds convenience and security, while elevators grant easy access up and down the building. And, if you're expecting a package, the dedicated receiving room ensures that deliveries are safe and secure until you pick them up.

Parking
Parking
Locker
Locker
Concierge
Concierge
Elevator(s)
Elevator(s)
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Central AC
Central AC
Pool
Pool
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
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Visitors Parking
Visitors Parking
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Amenities

Elevator(s)

Elevator(s)

Security Door Lock(s)

Security Door Lock(s)

Coin Laundry

Coin Laundry

Patio

Patio

Receiving Room

Receiving Room

Storage

Storage

Balcony

Balcony

Policies

As with any residential community, The Boardwalk has a few policies to keep things running smoothly. There are limits on the number of pets, and the size of pets allowed, but don’t worry—both cats and dogs are welcomed with open arms! This pet-friendly approach makes it easier for you and your furry friends to settle in comfortably.

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Amenities Description

As with any residential community, The Boardwalk has a few policies to keep things running smoothly. There are limits on the number of pets, and the size of pets allowed, but don’t worry—both cats and dogs are welcomed with open arms! This pet-friendly approach makes it easier for you and your furry friends to settle in comfortably.

Pet Allowed
Check
Pet Allowed
BBQ Permitted
BBQ Permitted
Sublet Allowed
Sublet Allowed
Short-term Rental Allowed
Short-term Rental Allowed

Compare with Buildings in the Neighbourhood (Last 12 Months)

Compare building's average price/sq. ft. and HOA fees/sq. ft. to buildings nearby

Building NameAvg price per square footAVG HOA FEE per square foot (Monthly)
The Boardwalk$203/sqft.$5 /sqft.
235 Marengo Ave$213/sqft.$5 /sqft.
251 Marengo Ave$197/sqft.$4 /sqft.
The Boardwalk$197/sqft.$4 /sqft.
215 Marengo Ave$211/sqft.$3 /sqft.
Schroeder$211/sqft.$3 /sqft.

Nearby Schools

Discover top-rated schools located close to The Boardwalk.

Montessori Language Academy

--
Private|Grades PK–KG
314 Circle Ave|0.1 miles away

Grant-White Elementary School

B
Public|Grades 3–5
147 Circle Ave|0.25 miles away

Garfield Elementary School

--
Public|Grades PK–2
543 Hannah Ave|0.53 miles away

Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School

C+
Public|Grades 6–8
325 S Kenilworth A...|0.68 miles away

The Field School

--
Private|Grades PK–6
931 Lake St|0.84 miles away

Lincoln Elementary School

A
Public|Grades KG–4
511 Park Ave|1.03 miles away
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Schools

Montessori Language Academy

--
Private|Grades PK–KG
314 Circle Ave|Less than 1 Mile Away

Grant-White Elementary School

B
Public|Grades 3–5
147 Circle Ave|Less than 1 Mile Away

Garfield Elementary School

--
Public|Grades PK–2
543 Hannah Ave|Less than 1 Mile Away

Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School

C+
Public|Grades 6–8
325 S Kenilworth A...|Less than 1 Mile Away

The Field School

--
Private|Grades PK–6
931 Lake St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Lincoln Elementary School

A
Public|Grades KG–4
511 Park Ave|1.03 Miles Away

Roosevelt School

A-
Public|Grades 5–8
7560 Oak Ave|1.10 Miles Away

Field Stevenson Elementary School

B+
Public|Grades 3–5
925 Beloit Ave|1.15 Miles Away

Forest Park Middle School

C
Public|Grades 6–8
925 Beloit Ave|1.15 Miles Away

Fenwick High School

--
Private|Grades 9–12
505 Washington Blv...|1.34 Miles Away

Ascension Elementary School

--
Private|Grades PK–8
601 Van Buren St|1.41 Miles Away

Oliver W Holmes Elementary School

B+
Public|Grades KG–5
508 N Kenilworth A...|1.43 Miles Away

La Casa Montessori School

--
Private|Grades PK–4
608 Harrison St|1.50 Miles Away

Abraham Lincoln Elementary School

B+
Public|Grades KG–5
1111 S Grove Ave|1.51 Miles Away

Oak Park & River Forest High School

A
Public|Grades 9–12
201 N Scoville Ave|1.51 Miles Away

Intercultural Montessori Language School

--
Private|Grades PK–KG
301 S Ridgeland Av...|1.57 Miles Away

Percy Julian Middle School

C+
Public|Grades 6–8
416 S Ridgeland Av...|1.65 Miles Away

Concordia Univ Early Childhood Education Center

--
Private|Grades PK–KG
7400 Augusta St|1.66 Miles Away

West Suburban Montessori School

--
Private|Grades PK–5
1039 S East Ave|1.73 Miles Away

Grace Lutheran School

--
Private|Grades PK–8
7300 Division St|1.77 Miles Away

Proviso East High School

F
Public|Grades 9–12
807 S 1st Ave|1.78 Miles Away

Betsy Ross Elementary School

--
Public|Grades KG–2
1315 Marengo Ave|1.78 Miles Away

Longfellow Elementary School

B-
Public|Grades PK–5
715 Highland Ave|1.84 Miles Away

Trinity High School

--
Private|Grades 9–12
7574 Division St|1.93 Miles Away

William Beye Elementary School

C
Public|Grades KG–5
230 N Cuyler Ave|1.93 Miles Away

Horace Mann Elementary School

A-
Public|Grades KG–5
921 N Kenilworth A...|2.03 Miles Away

Emerson Elementary School

C
Public|Grades PK–5
311 Washington Blv...|2.04 Miles Away

Willard Elementary School

A-
Public|Grades PK–4
1250 Ashland Ave|2.11 Miles Away

Irving Elementary School

B+
Public|Grades KG–5
1125 S Cuyler Ave|2.12 Miles Away

St Catherine Siena-St Lucy School

--
Private|Grades PK–8
27 Washington Blvd|2.19 Miles Away

Prairie Oak School

B+
Public|Grades PK–5
1427 Oak Park Ave|2.20 Miles Away

Jefferson Elementary School

B
Public|Grades PK–5
7035 16th St|2.24 Miles Away

Children's School of Oak Park

--
Private|Grades KG–8
1428 Wesley Ave|2.25 Miles Away

Proviso Math and Science Academy

A+
Public|Grades 9–12
8601 Roosevelt Rd|2.32 Miles Away

Whittier Elementary School

A
Public|Grades PK–5
715 N Harvey Ave|2.36 Miles Away

St Giles School

--
Private|Grades PK–8
1034 Linden Ave|2.37 Miles Away

Little Folks Cottage Daycare & Nursery

--
Private|Grades PK–KG
5926 W Madison St|2.39 Miles Away

St Vincent Ferrer Elementary School

--
Private|Grades PK–8
1515 Lathrop Ave|2.42 Miles Away

Keystone Montessori School

--
Private|Grades PK–8
7415 North Ave|2.49 Miles Away

Karel Havlicek Elementary School

B
Public|Grades PK–5
6401 15th St|2.58 Miles Away

Garfield Elementary School

D
Public|Grades PK–5
1514 S 9th Ave|2.62 Miles Away

Transit

Experience convenience and connectivity with premium transit options just moments away.

40 Madison St

1.57 miles away|31 min walk

8300 Roosevelt Rd

2.04 miles away|40 min walk

5th/Warren

2.16 miles away|42 min walk

5th/Walnut

2.17 miles away|42 min walk

5th/School

2.17 miles away|42 min walk

5th/Washington

2.17 miles away|42 min walk
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Transit

40 Madison St

1.57 miles away|31 min walk

8300 Roosevelt Rd

2.04 miles away|40 min walk

5th/Warren

2.16 miles away|42 min walk

5th/Walnut

2.17 miles away|42 min walk

5th/School

2.17 miles away|42 min walk

5th/Washington

2.17 miles away|42 min walk

5th/Madison

2.17 miles away|42 min walk

5th/Pine

2.18 miles away|42 min walk

5th/Green

2.19 miles away|42 min walk

5th/Randolph

2.19 miles away|42 min walk

5th/Legion

2.2 miles away|43 min walk

5th/Maple

2.2 miles away|43 min walk

5th/Wilcox

2.21 miles away|43 min walk

5th/Oak

2.21 miles away|43 min walk

5th/St. Charles

2.25 miles away|44 min walk

5th/Quincy

2.26 miles away|44 min walk

5th/Main

2.27 miles away|44 min walk

5th/Van Buren

2.28 miles away|44 min walk

Austin & Fulton/Pleasant

2.29 miles away|44 min walk

Austin & Corcoran/South Blvd (Green Line)

2.31 miles away|45 min walk

5th/Congress

2.31 miles away|45 min walk

Austin & Adams

2.31 miles away|45 min walk

Austin/Corcoran/South Blvd./CTA Green Line

2.32 miles away|45 min walk

5th/Lake

2.32 miles away|45 min walk

Austin/Adams

2.32 miles away|45 min walk

5th/Harrison

2.34 miles away|45 min walk

5th/Erie

2.34 miles away|45 min walk

Austin (Blue)

2.36 miles away|46 min walk

Austin-Blue

2.36 miles away|46 min walk

5th/Bataan

2.37 miles away|46 min walk

5th/Huron

2.38 miles away|46 min walk

5th/Lexington

2.41 miles away|47 min walk

5th/Superior

2.42 miles away|47 min walk

Austin & Erie

2.43 miles away|47 min walk

5th/Chicago

2.46 miles away|48 min walk

1st Ave & Roosevelt Rd

2.46 miles away|48 min walk

5th/Harvard

2.49 miles away|48 min walk

5th/Rice

2.49 miles away|48 min walk

Austin Blue Line Station

2.5 miles away|48 min walk

5th/Hugh Muir

2.53 miles away|49 min walk

Austin & Chicago

2.54 miles away|49 min walk

5900 W Jackson

2.55 miles away|49 min walk

5th/Fillmore

2.57 miles away|50 min walk

5th/Walton

2.58 miles away|50 min walk

2nd Ave & Loyola Hospital/Medical Center Ent.

2.61 miles away|51 min walk

5th/Augusta

2.63 miles away|51 min walk

5th Ave & Roosevelt Rd

2.66 miles away|51 min walk

Austin & Fillmore

2.67 miles away|52 min walk

5th/Nichols

2.67 miles away|52 min walk

Austin/Fillmore

2.68 miles away|52 min walk

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The Boardwalk Demographics

Age Demographics

0–14 Years

13.92%

15–29 Years

17.3%

30–44 Years

24.88%

45–59 Years

19.92%

60+ Years

23.98%

Commute

21%

Transit

5.22%

Walk

55.62%

Drive

0.75%

Bike

Housing Ownership

44.34%

Owner Occupied

55.66%

Rental Units

Household Types

Single Family
18.53%
Multi Family
2.08%
Single Person
49.67%
Multi Person
50.33%

Average Income

Household:$9,867,757.24 /yr

Individual:$5,895,518.07 /yr

Education

Bachelors Degree32.54%
High School College10.45%
Diploma6.32%
Post Graduate33.96%
Others16.73%
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Education

Diploma6.32%
Post Graduate33.96%
Others16.73%
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