121 E James St Forrest, IL 61741
Estimated payment $905/month
Highlights
- Traditional Architecture
- Fireplace
- Laundry Room
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Living Room
- Central Air
About This Home
Welcome home to this updated 3-bedroom, 1 1/2-story home offering approximately 1,200 square feet of comfortable living space. This solid, well-built property has been thoroughly cleaned and freshly painted throughout, making it truly move-in ready for its next owners.The oversized living room features a cozy gas fireplace and a tastefully designed sliding barn door that adds both charm and function. A large main-floor primary bedroom provides convenient one-level living, while the full dining room is perfect for everyday meals or entertaining. All new windows throughout the home - complete with all new interior window trim - fill the space with natural light and give the entire home a crisp, refreshed feel. Newer flooring, a full basement with washer and dryer, and all appliances included add everyday convenience. Outside, enjoy a backyard cement patio ideal for relaxing or hosting, along with an oversized one-car garage offering extra storage and functionality. Clean and updated, this move-in-ready home offers comfort, quality, and timeless construction - a perfect opportunity for new owners to simply move in and enjoy!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,445
Year Built
- Built in 1934
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 150x60
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Available
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Aluminum Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,227 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Fireplace
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry Room
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Schools
- Prairie Central Upper Elementary School
- Prairie Central Jr High Middle School
- Prairie Central High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Map
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,445 | $32,577 | $2,133 | $30,444 |
| 2023 | $2,131 | $28,576 | $1,871 | $26,705 |
| 2022 | $2,056 | $27,061 | $1,871 | $25,190 |
| 2021 | $2,005 | $20,067 | $1,758 | $18,309 |
| 2020 | $2,018 | $20,067 | $1,758 | $18,309 |
| 2019 | $2,062 | $20,687 | $1,812 | $18,875 |
| 2018 | $2,171 | $21,447 | $1,742 | $19,705 |
| 2017 | $2,073 | $20,426 | $1,659 | $18,767 |
| 2016 | $2,090 | $20,426 | $1,659 | $18,767 |
| 2015 | $2,150 | $21,277 | $1,728 | $19,549 |
| 2013 | -- | $22,253 | $1,838 | $20,415 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/03/2026 01/03/26 | For Sale | $134,900 | +68.6% | $110 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/27/2025 08/27/25 | Sold | $80,000 | -15.3% | $65 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 08/02/2025 08/02/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/01/2025 08/01/25 | For Sale | $94,500 | +18.1% | $77 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/10/2021 12/10/21 | Sold | $80,000 | -11.1% | $65 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 11/01/2021 11/01/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 01/26/2021 01/26/21 | For Sale | $90,000 | -- | $73 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $80,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $68,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12539066
APN: 26-26-03-158-008
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