Welcome to Elwood Street located in charming historic Forsyth only steps away from the park and the library. This beautifully landscaped and meticulously cared for home has many updates including a new roof (2024), HVAC (2024), water heater (2024), and much more! This pristine and spacious ranch has been beautifully renovated with features including bamboo hardwood floors, newer kitchen cabinets, stainless appliances, and a large great room with a vaulted ceiling and gas fireplace. You'll love the private master suite being separate from the other bedrooms that share a fully renovated bathroom with a tile shower. The large flex room room leads out to a private fenced backyard complete with string lights, fire pit, and a hot tub for sale. The oversized 33ft deep garage easily accommodates 2 vehicles and has an additional storage room as well! Some furniture and the riding lawn mower is for sale - ask your Realtor for more details! This MOVE-IN ready gem won't last long! Schedule your showing today!
Sold for $285,000
$285,000
154 S Elwood St, Forsyth, IL 62535
3beds
2,733sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1962
0.28 Acres Lot
$299,800 Zestimate®
$104/sqft
$2,115 Estimated rent
Home value
$299,800
$255,000 - $354,000
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Gas fireplaceHot tubPrivate fenced backyardString lightsPrivate master suiteFire pitBamboo hardwood floors
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Listed by:
Jodi Armer-Cole 217-875-0555,
Brinkoetter REALTORS®
Bought with:
Lisa Coffman, 475125969
Glenda Williamson Realty
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 6255688
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Main
Primary bathroom
- Description: Flooring: Tile
- Level: Main
Bonus room
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
Family room
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Main
Other
- Description: Flooring: Tile
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
Living room
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
Heating
- Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Fireplace, Bath in Primary Bedroom, Main Level Primary
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,733
- Total interior livable area: 2,733 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,733
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Fence
- Fencing: Yard Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.28 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 070714126004
- Zoning: Other
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Crawlspace
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1962
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Closed Circuit Camera(s)
Location
- Region: Forsyth
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Gravel
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/12/2025 | Sold | $285,000$104/sqft |
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| 11/28/2025 | Pending sale | $285,000$104/sqft |
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| 11/8/2025 | Contingent | $285,000$104/sqft |
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| 11/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $285,000$104/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,224 +7.1% | $48,253 +8.8% |
| 2023 | $3,010 +8.2% | $44,358 +7.8% |
| 2022 | $2,781 +10.4% | $41,140 +8.9% |
| 2021 | $2,519 +3.6% | $37,791 +2% |
| 2020 | $2,431 +2.7% | $37,032 +0.1% |
| 2019 | $2,368 +0% | $37,010 -0.7% |
| 2018 | $2,367 +1.6% | $37,275 +0.5% |
| 2017 | $2,331 -1.4% | $37,108 -0.2% |
| 2016 | $2,363 +3.4% | $37,197 +1.2% |
| 2015 | $2,286 +2.3% | $36,756 |
| 2014 | $2,235 +3.1% | $36,756 +3.9% |
| 2013 | $2,168 +5% | $35,390 |
| 2012 | $2,065 | $35,390 |
| 2011 | -- | $35,390 -3% |
| 2010 | -- | $36,477 |
| 2009 | -- | $36,477 +9.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $33,324 |
| 2005 | -- | $33,324 |
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Neighborhood: 62535
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Maroa-Forsyth Grade SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 7/10Maroa-Forsyth Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 7 mi
- 5/10Maroa-Forsyth Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Maroa-Forsyth
- Middle: Maroa-Forsyth
- High: Maroa-Forsyth
- District: Maroa Forsyth Dist 2
Source: CIBR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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