121 E James St
Forrest, IL 61741
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,227 sqft
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,227 sqft
Home Highlights
Parking
Garage
Climate Control
Heating & Cooling
Price/Sqft
$99
Listed
180+ days ago
Local Information
- Map ViewExplore the area around 121 E James St.
- Schools1 Preschool School3 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
- Shop & Eat
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About this House
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 for 121 E James St
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MLS Status: Active |
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Interior Details Basement: Unfinished,FullNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 1227 Square Feet |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability Access |
View No View |
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Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Yes,Detached,Garage |
Frontage Not on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
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Days on Market: 180+ |
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Year Built Year Built: 1934 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Traditional |
Building Construction Materials: Aluminum SidingNot a New Construction |
Property Information Parcel Number: 262603158008 |
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Price List Price: $121,900Price Per Sqft: $99 |
Status Change & Dates Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow |
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Direction & Address City: ForrestCommunity: Not Applicable |
School Information Elementary School: Prairie Central Upper ElementaryElementary School District: 8Jr High / Middle School: Prairie Central Jr HighJr High / Middle School District: 8High School: Prairie Central High SchoolHigh School District: 8 |
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Listing Agent Listing ID: 12539066 |
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HOA Fee Includes: None |
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Lot Area: 9000 sqft |
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Special Conditions: None |
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Business Information Ownership: Fee Simple |
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BasementMls Number: 12539066 |
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Source Internet Consumer CommentSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD IDX Comments Reviews: YesMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD AVM On IDX Display: YesMRD Address On VOW Display: YesSource Internet Automated Valuation DisplayMRD Price History On IDX Display: YesMRD Market Time On IDX Display: YesSource Internet Address DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesMRD Remarks On VOW Display: Yes |
Last check for updates: about 8 hours ago
Listing courtesy of: Judy Somers, (815) 674-7502
Palen Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12539066
Also Listed on MRED as distributed by MLS GRID.
Market trends in Forrest
Last updated June 2026
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Price History for 121 E James St
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 07/10/2026 | $121,900 | PriceChange | MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12539066 |
| 02/09/2026 | $124,900 | PriceChange | MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12539066 |
| 01/03/2026 | $134,900 | Listed For Sale | MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12539066 |
| 08/27/2025 | $80,000 | Sold | MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12432593 |
| 08/04/2025 | $94,500 | Pending | MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12432593 |
| 08/01/2025 | $94,500 | Listed For Sale | MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12432593 |
| 12/10/2021 | $80,000 | Sold | MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10980156 |
| 11/02/2021 | $80,000 | Pending | Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group #10980156 |
| 11/01/2021 | $80,000 | Contingent | MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10980156 |
| 10/28/2021 | $80,000 | PriceChange | MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10980156 |
| 01/26/2021 | $90,000 | Listed For Sale | MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10980156 |
| 08/28/2020 | $75,000 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 05/18/2020 | $75,000 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 04/06/2020 | $78,000 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 10/17/2019 | $85,000 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 08/28/2019 | $90,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
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Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2024 |
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| Tax | $2,450 |
| Assessment | $97,731 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 121 E James St
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.05 | Single-Family Home | $120,000 | 02/20/26 | 2 | 1 | 1,200 | |
0.27 | Single-Family Home | $139,900 | 07/14/26 | 3 | 1 | 1,624 | |
0.16 | Single-Family Home | $125,000 | 12/10/25 | 3 | 1 | 2,740 | |
0.12 | Single-Family Home | $208,000 | 10/27/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,354 | |
0.18 | Single-Family Home | $160,000 | 10/30/25 | 2 | 1.5 | 1,300 | |
0.16 | Single-Family Home | $95,000 | 04/14/26 | 2 | 1 | 560 | |
0.37 | Single-Family Home | $70,000 | 10/31/25 | 1 | 1 | 600 |
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Assigned Schools
These are the assigned schools for 121 E James St.
- Prairie Central Upper Elementary School
- 5-6
- Public
- 216 Students
9/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageThis is a wonderful school. I know there has been talk of closing a school in this district and maybe dismantling the Upper Elementary. I sure hope not. It is a really great school for 5th and 6th graders and is a good transition to the Junior High. I love this school. Not very many districts have a 5th and 6th grade building and we are lucky to have it. I don't want my children going to a 6th grade at a Junior High.Parent Review13y ago - Prairie Central High School
- 9-12
- Public
- 474 Students
3/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageMy daughter now 13 has been bullied by the same girl and 2 boys since preschool. The parents of said students party with the teachers and their kids are untouchable! I’ve served them whilst bartending! Prairie Central or Preppie Central as we all call it is very clicky and they could care less about bullying! The teachers cuss and yell at the students! This school district is a disgusting excuse for education! Look at the facts!Parent Review2y ago - Prairie Central Jr High School
- 7-8
- Public
- 246 Students
5/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AveragePlease as a former student I highly suggest you refrain from sending your students here.Other Review2mo ago - Westview Elementary School
- 2-4
- Public
- 364 Students
7/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating Average
No reviews available for this school. - Prairie Central Primary East
- PK-1
- Public
- 145 Students
NAGreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageThe staff here is some of the most dedicated staff of teachers and principals I have ever known. The school itself consists of a small amount of children which I feel is one of the main reasons why this school excels at what it does. The classrooms are generally around 15 students each (give or take a few), and the grades are taught by one teacher each. I really wish there was a 4.5 rating and as much as I love this school, there are problems with it that goes beyond the staff's dedication with their children. That being the overall condition of the school. It is an older building which has seen it's share of care and love, but the age is evident. I do not feel this is at any way the fault of the staff, but of the utter lack of funding. The PTO at this school has a set of dedicated teachers at the helm. The Principal attends every meeting, and all parents are encouraged to come and attend. However, the involvement of parents/guardians is very small. The PTO is active and very dedicated to providing children attending every advantage it can afford to provide. I am very happy to have my children in this school. It truly is a gem in the rough.Parent Review11y ago 
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What Locals Say about Forrest
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100 % Say car is needed
100 % Say yards are well-kept
100 % Say there are sidewalks
100 % Say parking is easy
92 % Say it's dog friendly
92 % Say kids play outside
88 % Say people would walk alone at night
88 % Say it's quiet
86 % Say there's holiday spirit
72 % Say neighbors are friendly
67 % Say streets are well-lit
63 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
63 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
44 % Say there are community events
38 % Say there's wildlife
13 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
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Judy Somers, Palen Real Estate
Agent Phone: (815) 674-7502
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Click here for more information
121 E James St, Forrest, IL 61741 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,227 sqft single-family home built in 1934. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MRED as distributed by MLS GRID on Jan 3, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 12539066.