121 E James St Forrest, IL 61741
Estimated payment $851/month
Highlights
- Traditional Architecture
- Fireplace
- Laundry Room
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Living Room
- Central Air
About This Home
Welcome to this 3-bedroom, 1 1/2-story home offering approximately 1,200 square feet of living space in Forrest. This solidly built property has been cleaned and freshly painted throughout, giving it a nice refresh and making it a great option for a family home or rental. The oversized living room features a gas fireplace and a sliding barn door that adds character. The main-floor primary bedroom offers convenient one-level living, and the dining room provides space for everyday meals. NEW WINDOWS THROUGHOUT the home, along with new interior window trim, help bring in natural light. The flooring has been updated and has a full, dry basement. Outside, there's a cement patio in the backyard, along with an oversized one-car garage. This solidly constructed home is a good opportunity for buyers looking for an affordable property with recent updates - ready for someone to bring their own finishing touches and make it their own. This is a home with timeless construction and several updates completed. It offers a solid foundation and good bones for buyers looking for an affordable opportunity in a convenient location. Priced to sell-schedule your showing today!
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
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,679 | $35,834 | $2,346 | $33,488 |
| 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
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/10/2026 07/10/26 | Price Changed | $121,900 | -2.4% | $99 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/09/2026 02/09/26 | Price Changed | $124,900 | -7.4% | $102 / Sq Ft | |
| 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
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $80,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $68,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $10,229 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $10,139 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $4,729 | No Value Available |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12539066
APN: 26-26-03-158-008
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