$269,900

996 Forest Ave Marion, IL 62959

Marion Area

Estimated payment $1,917/month

Total Views 608
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,540 Sq Ft
$175 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Popular Property
  • Above Ground Pool
  • Pole Barn
  • Washington Elementary School Rated A-
  • Wooded Lot
  • 2 Car Detached Garage

About This Home

Looking for your own private retreat? This unique property offers privacy, space, character, and endless possibilities! Nestled on nearly half an acre at the end of a quiet, wooded setting, this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home provides a peaceful atmosphere while offering plenty of functional living space inside and out. Step inside to the main level, where you’ll find a welcoming living room featuring beautifully refinished original hardwood floors, a spacious kitchen with an island, new tile flooring, countertops and backsplash, a dining area, laundry room, full bathroom, and two bedrooms. Upstairs offers even more space with a comfortable family room, primary bedroom with a private bathroom, and new luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout. When it’s time to relax, step outside and enjoy the inviting front porch or head to the huge back porch overlooking the above-ground pool. A true highlight of the property is the impressive 24x40 pole barn with an additional 400-square-foot, completely renovated studio apartment. Currently being used as an Airbnb, this versatile space offers endless possibilities and could serve as a mother-in-law suite, guest quarters, man cave, or additional income-producing opportunity. The apartment has been thoughtfully updated with new flooring, paint, ceiling tiles, mini-split, plumbing, water heater, and lighting. Come see everything this unique property has to offer!

Listing Agent

Presley Barnett

COLDWELL BANKER J D THOMPSON Brokerage Email: pbarnett3004@gmail.com License #475210238 Listed on: 09/13/2026

COLDWELL BANKER J D THOMPSON

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,683

Year Built

  • Built in 1998

Lot Details

  • 17,860 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 150x120
  • Street terminates at a dead end
  • Wooded Lot

HOA Fees

  • $4 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Pad

Home Design

  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Metal Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,540 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Blinds
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Crawl Space
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Above Ground Pool
  • Pole Barn
  • Porch

Schools

  • Marion Elementary And Middle School
  • Marion High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Tankless Water Heater

Community Details

  • North Shoreland Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homestead Exemption
  • Assessor Parcel Number 11-31-130-005

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,683

Year Built

Built in 1998

Lot Details

0.41 Acres

HOA Fees

$4 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1998
  • Unit Levels: One and One Half
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Attribution Contact: pbarnett3004@gmail.com
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Ceilings/Cath/Vault/Tray, In-Law Floorplan, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Living Area: 1540
  • Window Features: Blinds
  • KitchenDining: Breakfast Bar,Dining Informal,Island

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Dead End Street, Wooded
  • Pool Features: Above Ground
  • Construction Type: Frame, Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Pole Barn
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Roof: Metal
  • 100YearPlain: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Detached, Parking Pad

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Heat Pump, Propane
  • Water Source: Public Sewer, Public
  • UtilitiesOnYN: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Fee: 50

Schools

  • Elementary School: Marion
  • High School: Marion
  • Middle Or Junior School: Marion

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.41
  • Lot Size: 150x120
  • Additional Parcels Description: 11-31-130-006
  • Parcel #: 11-31-130-005

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4683.32
  • TaxExemptions: Homestead/Owner Occupied

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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
09/13/2026 09/13/26 For Sale $269,900 +86.1% $175 / Sq Ft
12/02/2024 12/02/24 Sold $145,000 -3.3% $94 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
10/22/2024 10/22/24 For Sale $150,000 -- $97 / Sq Ft
Source: RMLS Alliance

Source: RMLS Alliance

MLS Number: PA1270134

RMLS Alliance
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