Just 3 blocks from SIU! This 2-bedroom, 1-bath Carbondale home offers approximately 1,196 sq. ft. of living space and plenty of character and potential. Inside, you'll find original hardwood floors, spacious living areas, and lots of natural light throughout. Enclosed front and back porches provide extra space perfect for a sitting area, plants, hobbies, or extra storage. The home also features a full unfinished basement with laundry and plenty of room for storage, plus a detached garage and a spacious yard surrounded by mature trees. Located at 500 S Forest Ave, just a few blocks from Southern Illinois University and convenient to shopping, dining, and everything Carbondale has to offer. Whether you're looking for a home to make your own or an investment opportunity near the university, this property has plenty of possibilities. 2 Bedrooms | 1 Bathroom | Approx. 1,196 Sq. Ft. | Hardwood Floors | Enclosed Front & Back Porches | Full Basement | Detached Garage | 3 Blocks from SIU
Active
$65,000
500 S Forest Ave, Carbondale, IL 62901
2beds
1,196sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1909
8,276 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$54/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Original hardwood floorsDetached garage
- 12 days
- 257
- 23
Likely to sell faster than
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Listed by:
Ashley Herd 618-253-9381,
RE/MAX REALTY CENTRAL
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12771882
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Enclosed Porch
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Enclosed porch
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X7
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 675 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X27
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 378 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X27
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 450
- Total interior livable area: 1,196 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Yes, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 8,276 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 60x100
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 1521304016
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Frame
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1909
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Carbondale
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $54/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $59,163
- Annual tax amount: $2,193
- Date on market: 10/7/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,098/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $65,000$54/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12771882 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,193 +3.7% | $19,721 +6.3% |
| 2024 | $2,115 +6.4% | $18,556 +10.4% |
| 2023 | $1,987 +1517.1% | $16,808 +1592.6% |
| 2022 | $123 +1.4% | $993 +5.1% |
| 2021 | $121 +3.2% | $945 -1.8% |
| 2020 | $117 +4.2% | $962 -0.4% |
| 2019 | $113 +4.2% | $966 -4.2% |
| 2017 | $108 | $1,008 |
| 2016 | -- | $1,008 |
| 2015 | -- | $1,008 |
| 2014 | -- | $1,008 -2% |
| 2012 | -- | $1,029 |
| 2011 | -- | $1,029 -1.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $1,044 +0.7% |
| 2009 | $83 | $1,037 |
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Neighborhood: 62901
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Carbondale Community High School
- District: 95
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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