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Sold for $141,000
  • $141,000

    261 S Smith St, Forsyth, IL 62535

    2beds
    1,040sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1974
    0.25 Acres Lot
    $142,300 Zestimate®
    $136/sqft
    $1,266 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $142,300

    $128,000 - $158,000

    $1,266/mo

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    What's special

    Beautifully updated ranchCorner lotFresh paintOpen-concept layoutDining areaStorage shedBrand-new carpet
    Move right into this beautifully updated ranch on a corner lot in the heart of Forsyth! Offering a rare 3-car attached garage, fenced front and back yards, and a storage shed, this home combines comfort, convenience, and functionality. Inside, you'll love the open-concept layout featuring a spacious living room, dining area, and kitchen with a breakfast bar—perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Fresh paint and brand-new carpet throughout give the home a crisp, move-in ready feel. Both bedrooms feature double-wide closets for ample storage, and all appliances, including the washer and dryer, stay with the home. Major updates completed in 2022 include the roof, HVAC system, and attic insulation, providing peace of mind for years to come. Just steps from beautiful Forsyth Park and the walking trail, and only minutes from schools, shopping, dining, and interstate access, this home offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and modern convenience. Home is being sold AS IS.

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    Listed by:

    Bradley Godden 217-875-8081,

    Glenda Williamson Realty

    Bought with:

    Non Member, #N/A

    Central Illinois Board of REALTORS

    Source: CIBR,MLS#: 6259883MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Bedroom
    • Description: Flooring: Carpet
    • Level: Main
    • Dimensions: 11.11 x 9.11
    Bedroom
    • Description: Flooring: Carpet
    • Level: Main
    • Dimensions: 11.11 x 9.8
    Dining room
    • Description: Flooring: Carpet
    • Level: Main
    • Dimensions: 12 x 13.5
    Other
    • Description: Flooring: Vinyl
    • Level: Main
    • Dimensions: 11 x 5
    Kitchen
    • Description: Flooring: Vinyl
    • Level: Main
    • Dimensions: 12.1 x 13.5
    Laundry
    • Level: Main
    • Dimensions: 11.5 x 6.1
    Living room
    • Description: Flooring: Carpet
    • Level: Main
    • Dimensions: 24.1 x 11.1
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Washer
    • Laundry: Main Level
    Features
    • Main Level Primary
    • Basement: Crawl Space
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,040
    • Total interior livable area: 1,040 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,040

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 3
    • Parking features: Attached, Garage
    • Attached garage spaces: 3
    Features
    • Levels: One
    • Stories: 1
    • Patio & porch: Front Porch, Deck
    • Exterior features: Deck, Fence, Shed
    • Fencing: Yard Fenced
    Lot
    • Size: 0.25 Acres
    Details
    • Additional structures: Shed(s)
    • Parcel number: 070714128013
    • Zoning: RES
    • Special conditions: None

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Ranch
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Vinyl Siding
    • Foundation: Crawlspace
    • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1974

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Forsyth

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $136/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $37,106
    • Annual tax amount: $3,077
    • Date on market: 7/21/2026
    • Cumulative days on market: 28 days
    • Road surface type: Asphalt, Concrete

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    9/1/2026Sold$141,000-2.7%$136/sqft
    Source: CIBR #6259883 Report a problem
    8/19/2026Pending sale$144,900$139/sqft
    Source: CIBR #6259883 Report a problem
    7/29/2026Contingent$144,900$139/sqft
    Source: CIBR #6259883 Report a problem
    7/21/2026Listed for sale$144,900+70.5%$139/sqft
    Source: CIBR #6259883 Report a problem
    11/14/2022Sold$85,000$82/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2024$2,831 +8.1%$37,106 +11.2%
    2023$2,618 +6.9%$33,364 +7.8%
    2022$2,449 +8.7%$30,944 +8.9%
    2021$2,252 +3.2%$28,426 +2%
    2020$2,182 +2.7%$27,855 +0.1%
    2019$2,125 +0.1%$27,838 -0.7%
    2018$2,122 +1.5%$28,037 +0.5%
    2017$2,091 -1.3%$27,911 -0.2%
    2016$2,119 +3.1%$27,978 +1.2%
    2015$2,055 +69.9%$27,646
    2014$1,210 +5%$27,646 +3.9%
    2013$1,152 -1.4%$26,619
    2012$1,168 $26,619
    2011-- $26,619 -3%
    2010-- $27,438
    2009-- $27,438 +9.5%
    2006-- $25,067
    2005-- $25,067
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 62535

    Nearby schools

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • 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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