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    $121,900

    121 E James St, Forrest, IL 61741

    3beds
    1,227sqft
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    $984/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1934
    9,000 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $99/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Cozy gas fireplaceNatural lightFull dining roomAll appliances includedNewer flooringLarge main-floor primary bedroom
    Welcome to this 3-bedroom, 1 1/2-story home offering approximately 1,200 square feet of living space in Forrest. This solidly built property has been cleaned and freshly painted throughout, giving it a nice refresh and making it a great option for a family home or rental. The oversized living room features a gas fireplace and a sliding barn door that adds character. The main-floor primary bedroom offers convenient one-level living, and the dining room provides space for everyday meals. NEW WINDOWS THROUGHOUT the home, along with new interior window trim, help bring in natural light. The flooring has been updated and has a full, dry basement. Outside, there's a cement patio in the backyard, along with an oversized one-car garage. This solidly constructed home is a good opportunity for buyers looking for an affordable property with recent updates - ready for someone to bring their own finishing touches and make it their own. This is a home with timeless construction and several updates completed. It offers a solid foundation and good bones for buyers looking for an affordable opportunity in a convenient location. Priced to sell-schedule your showing today!
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    Listed by:

    Judy Somers 815-674-7502,

    Palen Real Estate

    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12539066MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: No additional rooms
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 225 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15X15
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 100 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 10X10
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 100 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 10X10
      Dining room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 168 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12X14
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 100 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 10X10
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 323 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 17X19
      Heating
      • Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Features
      • Basement: Unfinished,Full
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 0
      • Total interior livable area: 1,227 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Yes, Detached, Garage
      • Garage spaces: 1
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: No Disability Access
      Features
      • Stories: 2
      Lot
      • Size: 9,000 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 150x60
      Details
      • Parcel number: 262603158008
      • Special conditions: None

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Traditional
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Aluminum Siding
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1934

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Not Applicable
      HOA
      • Services included: None
      Location
      • Region: Forrest

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $99/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $107,502
      • Annual tax amount: $2,445
      • Date on market: 1/3/2026
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

        Not available

        Estimated sales range

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        $1,446/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/10/2026Price change$121,900-2.4%$99/sqft
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        2/9/2026Price change$124,900-7.4%$102/sqft
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        1/3/2026Listed for sale$134,900+68.6%$110/sqft
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        8/27/2025Sold$80,000-15.3%$65/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12432593 Report a problem
        8/4/2025Pending sale$94,500$77/sqft
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        8/1/2025Listed for sale$94,500+18.1%$77/sqft
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        12/10/2021Sold$80,000$65/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10980156 Report a problem
        11/2/2021Pending sale$80,000$65/sqft
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        11/1/2021Contingent$80,000$65/sqft
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        10/28/2021Price change$80,000-11.1%$65/sqft
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        1/26/2021Listed for sale$90,000+20%$73/sqft
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        8/28/2020Listing removed$75,000$61/sqft
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        5/18/2020Price change$75,000-3.8%$61/sqft
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        4/6/2020Price change$78,000-8.2%$64/sqft
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        10/17/2019Price change$85,000-5.6%$69/sqft
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        8/28/2019Listed for sale$90,000$73/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$2,684 +9.5%$35,834 +10%
        2024$2,450 +14.7%$32,577 +14%
        2023$2,136 +3.6%$28,576 +5.6%
        2022$2,061 +2.6%$27,061 +34.9%
        2021$2,010 -0.4%$20,067
        2020$2,018 -7%$20,067 -6.4%
        2018$2,171 +4.7%$21,447 +5%
        2017$2,073 -0.8%$20,426
        2016$2,090 -2.8%$20,426 -4%
        2015$2,150 -6.8%$21,277 -4.4%
        2013$2,307 $22,253 -5.7%
        2011-- $23,587 +7.3%
        2009-- $21,975
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 61741

        Getting around

        42 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        41 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

        GreatSchools rating
        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Prairie Central Upper Elementary
        • Middle: Prairie Central Jr High
        • High: Prairie Central High School
        • District: 8

        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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