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Detached Single · Forrest, IL
$121,900$134,900
3 beds · 1 baths · 1,227 sqft
121 E James Street, Forrest, IL, 61741
A brick-and-mortar place to make your own — room to make it home.
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What’s special

Central air1-car garage
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!
— the listing agent’s description

The home

3 beds
1 baths
1,227 sqft
Built in 1934
Lot 150x60
1-car garage
Detached Single
Traditional

What it’ll cost

$99 / sqft
$2,445 taxes / yr
No HOA
Listed $134,900
Now $121,900
194 days on dwello

Estimated monthly payment

$888/mo
Principal & interest$648
Property taxes$204
Homeowners insurance$36
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Price history
Price reduced
Jul 15, 2026
↓ $13,000$121,900
Listed for sale
Jan 3, 2026
$134,900
Earlier records
Sold
Aug 27, 2025
$80,000
Now $13,000 below the original list price.
Property taxes
2025
Annual tax bill (MLS)
$2,445/yr
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Features

Central AirNatural GasAluminum SidingPublic SewerYesDetached

Schools

Elementary — Prairie Central Upper Elementary
Middle — Prairie Central Jr High
High — Prairie Central High School
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MLS listing dataMRED
Listed by Judy Somers · Palen Real Estate
Listing last updated Jul 15, 2026 · data refreshed from the MLS Jul 15, 2026, 5:09 AM CT
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of Jul 15, 2026, 5:09 AM CT. Listing data © MRED LLC, distributed by MLS GRID — deemed reliable but not guaranteed; independently verify. Anything shown below this point is not MLS listing data.
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