LIVING GREEN IN THE GREEN HOUSE!! Nestled in a serene neighborhood on Forest Ave, this green home is surrounded by mature, beautiful trees that provide shade and tranquility. A sustainable gem, the house is equipped with 18 solar panels, making it an eco-friendly and energy-efficient choice for your family. (Never pay for electricity again!)Gorgeous hardwood floors flow through all the rooms of this airy open-plan house, while an additional room at the back can be used as a third bedroom but also makes a perfect office or cozy den. Delight in the beautiful tiling of the sunny bathroom. The full stand-up attic, complemented by a roomy basement, offers ample space for all your storage needs. A full-length driveway leads to the detached garage, which is of new construction and very spacious and the secluded back yard is fully fenced, making it perfect for pets. Located just a short walking distance from Schnucks and Southern Illinois University, this home offers both convenience and a quiet retreat. Don't miss out on this perfect blend of nature, sustainability, and proximity to local amenities!
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$120,000
305 S Forest Ave, Carbondale, IL 62901
2beds
1,011sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
5,830 Square Feet Lot
$129,700 Zestimate®
$119/sqft
$937 Estimated rent
Home value
$129,700
Estimated sales range
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Listed by:
Import User 618-305-5950,
Coldwell Banker DHH Realty
Bought with:
JANET MCCREADY, GRI,RENE
RE/MAX REALTY CENTRAL
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: EB455825
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 70 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7x10
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x8
Office
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9x8
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Solar
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Crawl Space,Unfinished
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,011 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Lot
- Size: 5,830 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 55 X 106
- Features: Other
Details
- Parcel number: 1521157016
- Zoning: Resid
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Carbondale
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $119/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $77,379
- Annual tax amount: $1,916
- Date on market: 2/2/2026
- Listing terms: Cash
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/16/2024 | Sold | $120,000-4%$119/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #EB455825 Report a problem | ||
| 11/9/2024 | Pending sale | $125,000$124/sqft |
Source:  RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #EB455825 Report a problem | ||
| 11/8/2024 | Listed for sale | $125,000+66.7%$124/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #EB455825 Report a problem | ||
| 4/7/2021 | Sold | $75,000-28.6%$74/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/18/2008 | Sold | $105,000$104/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,256 +17.7% | $25,793 +16.1% |
| 2023 | $1,916 +5.9% | $22,213 +8.3% |
| 2022 | $1,809 -27.6% | $20,507 +5.1% |
| 2021 | $2,501 +3.2% | $19,510 -1.7% |
| 2020 | $2,423 +4.2% | $19,855 -0.4% |
| 2019 | $2,325 +2.4% | $19,937 -5.8% |
| 2017 | $2,270 | $21,172 |
| 2016 | -- | $21,172 +9.1% |
| 2015 | -- | $19,405 |
| 2014 | -- | $19,405 -2% |
| 2012 | -- | $19,801 -17.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $24,053 -1.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $24,414 +0.7% |
| 2009 | $1,940 | $24,244 |
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Neighborhood: 62901
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GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Thomas Elementary SchoolGrades: 2-3Distance: 1.3 mi
- 2/10Carbondale Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 5/10Carbondale Community High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Carbondale Elem
- Middle: Carbondale
- High: Carbondale Hs
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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