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Seller's Agent in 2026
JoAnna Meister
Keller Williams Revolution
(309) 834-3400
2 Total Sales
521 N Beech St Forrest, IL 61741
2
Beds
1
Bath
1,200
Sq Ft
1950
Built
Highlights
- Ranch Style House
- Bonus Room
- Living Room
- Wood Flooring
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Laundry Room
About This Home
As of February 2026Welcome to this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath ranch home offering 1,200 sq. ft. of comfortable living space. Built in 1950, this well-maintained property features refinished hardwood floors throughout the living room, hallway, and bedrooms, providing timeless warmth and character. The home includes a thoughtfully updated bathroom with new vinyl wood plank flooring, refreshed finishes, and maintained original tub. The eat-in kitchen offers plenty of space for a large dining table and features original cabinetry paired with an updated countertop (2025) for a clean, functional space. Kitchen appliances include a 2023 refrigerator and 2024 stove, both staying with the home. Additional interior updates include vinyl wood plank flooring in the kitchen and bathroom. Outside, enjoy an attached one-car carport, concrete driveway, and a spacious lot perfect for outdoor activities or gardening. A garden shed adds convenient exterior storage. Home is equipped with central air and forced-gas heat for year-round comfort. This charming property blends classic features with thoughtful updates-ready for its next owner to move in and enjoy.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Keller Williams Revolution License #475214953 Listed on: 12/19/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,486
Year Built
- Built in 1950 | Remodeled in 2023
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 66 x 132
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Carport
- Parking Available
- Driveway
- Off-Street Parking
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Block Foundation
- Asphalt Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,200 Sq Ft Home
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
- Bonus Room
- Crawl Space
- Range
- Laundry Room
Flooring
- Wood
- Vinyl
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 System Uses Natural Gas
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Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/20/2026 02/20/26 | Sold | $120,000 | -7.7% | $100 / Sq Ft |
| 01/13/2026 01/13/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/19/2025 12/19/25 | For Sale | $130,000 | -- | $108 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
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 | $2,486 | $27,016 | $2,133 | $24,883 |
| 2023 | $2,237 | $23,698 | $1,871 | $21,827 |
| 2022 | $0 | $20,980 | $1,871 | $19,109 |
| 2021 | $0 | $19,718 | $1,758 | $17,960 |
| 2020 | $0 | $19,718 | $1,758 | $17,960 |
| 2019 | $0 | $20,327 | $1,812 | $18,515 |
| 2018 | $0 | $20,987 | $1,742 | $19,245 |
| 2017 | $0 | $19,988 | $1,659 | $18,329 |
| 2016 | -- | $19,988 | $1,659 | $18,329 |
| 2015 | -- | $20,821 | $1,728 | $19,093 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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JoAnna Meister
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Judy Somers
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Judy Somers
Palen Real Estate
(815) 674-7502
47 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12513137
APN: 26-26-03-159-001
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