$118,500
$17K PRICE DROP

306 E Martin St Forrest, IL 61741

Estimated payment $666/month

Total Views 2,842
2 Beds
1 Bath
560 Sq Ft
$212 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Laundry Room
  • Central Air
  • Living Room
  • 1-Story Property
  • Dining Room

About This Home

Stop Renting - Start Owning! Fully Renovated 2 Bed / 1 Bath Ranch in Quiet Forrest Neighborhood Why rent when you can own for less? This beautifully updated ranch makes homeownership easy, affordable, and worry-free. Perfect for first-time buyers, downsizers, or anyone ready to be a homeowner. Step inside and be amazed - this cozy yet open 2-bedroom home feels much larger than its size! Every inch has been completely redone, featuring brand-new roof, siding, windows, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, insulation, floors, and fixtures. You'll also enjoy stainless steel appliances and a layout designed for simple, modern living. The spacious backyard offers room for pets, play, gardening, or weekend get-togethers, while the shady front porch is perfect for relaxing evenings. With low taxes, low utilities, and nothing left to fix, this home is a smart investment and a rare find! Move-in ready. Maintenance-free. Affordable. Don't miss this gem. Contact your agent to schedule a showing today! Motivated seller!!

Listing Agent

Judy Somers

Palen Real Estate License #475125301 Listed on: 10/06/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $491

Year Built

  • Built in 1894 | Remodeled in 2024

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 32x132

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture

Interior Spaces

  • 560 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Partial Basement
  • Laundry Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 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 Available

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$491

Year Built

Built in 1894 | Remodeled in 2024

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Traditional
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1 Story
  • Subdivision Name: Not Applicable
  • Year Built: 1894
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2024
  • Actual Status: Price Change
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Renovated: 2024

Interior Features

  • Basement: Unfinished, Partial
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • LivingArea: 560
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Yes
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Electric
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Prairie Central Upper Elementary
  • High School: Prairie Central High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Prairie Central Jr High

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 32x132
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N
  • Zero Lot Line: No

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 23

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 491
  • Tax Year: 2024

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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 $491 $5,341 $1,638 $3,703
2023 -- $4,685 $1,437 $3,248
2022 $0 $3,417 $1,437 $1,980
2021 $5 $3,212 $1,351 $1,861
2020 $5 $3,212 $1,351 $1,861
2019 $5 $3,312 $1,393 $1,919
2018 $0 $3,271 $1,339 $1,932
2017 $4 $3,115 $1,275 $1,840
2016 $4 $3,115 $1,275 $1,840
2015 $4 $3,245 $1,328 $1,917
2013 $4 $3,348 $1,413 $1,935
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/21/2025 11/21/25 Price Changed $118,500 -1.3% $212 / Sq Ft
10/30/2025 10/30/25 Price Changed $120,000 -11.1% $214 / Sq Ft
10/06/2025 10/06/25 For Sale $135,000 -- $241 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12487563

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 26-26-03-306-002