$121,900
Original price: $124,900
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,227 sqft
121 E James St, Forrest, IL 61741
Est. Mortgage $950/mo*
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Single-Family Home
Built in 1934
$99/sqft
Garage
Local Information
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- Schools1 Preschool School3 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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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!
Last check for updates: about 9 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.
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 |
Around this home
What Locals Say about Forrest
At least 6 Trulia users voted on each feature.
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
Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
Market trends in Forrest
Last updated August 2026
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Home Value
Learn more about this home's value by checking out the value of nearby homes and how much similar homes have sold for.
Comparable sales
These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.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 | |
0.14 | Single-Family Home | $106,000 | 09/03/26 | 2 | 1 | 956 | |
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 |
Nearby home prices
Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.Address | Distance | Price | Bed | Bath | Sqft | Status |
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0.05 | $120,000 | 2 | 1 | 1,200 | Recently Sold | |
0.09 | $122,100 | 2 | 1 | 981 | Off Market | |
0.11 | $206,900 | 4 | 2 | 1,776 | Off Market | |
0.13 | $225,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,652 | For Sale | |
0.08 | $114,700 | 3 | 1 | 1,725 | Off Market | |
0.09 | $5,000 | - | - | - | For Sale | |
0.11 | $126,800 | 2 | 1 | 1,768 | Off Market | |
0.14 | $106,000 | 2 | 1 | 956 | Recently Sold | |
0.12 | $216,900 | 3 | 2 | 1,354 | Off Market | |
0.17 | $174,300 | 3 | 1 | 1,452 | Off Market | |
0.15 | - | - | - | - | Off Market |
Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Jul 10, 2026 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12539066 | PriceChange | $121,900 Price decreased by 2% |
Feb 9, 2026 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12539066 | PriceChange | $124,900 Price decreased by 7% |
Jan 3, 2026 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12539066 | Listed For Sale | $134,900 |
Aug 27, 2025 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12432593 | Sold | $80,000 |
Aug 4, 2025 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12432593 | Pending | $94,500 |
Aug 1, 2025 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12432593 | Listed For Sale | $94,500 |
Dec 10, 2021 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10980156 | Sold | $80,000 |
Nov 2, 2021 Source: Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group #10980156 | Pending | $80,000 |
Nov 1, 2021 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10980156 | Contingent | $80,000 |
Oct 28, 2021 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10980156 | PriceChange | $80,000 Price decreased by 11% |
Jan 26, 2021 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10980156 | Listed For Sale | $90,000 |
Aug 28, 2020 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $75,000 |
May 18, 2020 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $75,000 Price decreased by 4% |
Apr 6, 2020 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $78,000 Price decreased by 8% |
Oct 17, 2019 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $85,000 Price decreased by 6% |
Aug 28, 2019 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $90,000 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2025 | $2,684 | $107,502 |
Home facts updated by county records
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Judy Somers, Palen Real Estate
Agent Phone: (815) 674-7502
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Frequently asked questions about 121 E James St
- What is the estimated monthly payment for 121 E James St?Based on a $121,900 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 121 E James St in Forrest, IL is approximately $962 (about $666 principal & interest, $221 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
- What do residents say about Forrest?Residents describe Forrest, IL as well-kept, pedestrian-friendly, and easy to park in. See homes for sale in Forrest, IL.
- What are the closest schools to 121 E James St?The closest schools to 121 E James St in Forrest, IL are Prairie Central High School (rated 3/10), Prairie Central Jr High School (rated 5/10), Prairie Central Primary East (Pre-K).
- Does 121 E James St have air conditioning?Yes, 121 E James St in Forrest, IL has air conditioning.
- Does 121 E James St have laundry facilities?Yes, 121 E James St in Forrest, IL has laundry facilities.
- How big is the lot at 121 E James St?The lot at 121 E James St in Forrest, IL is about 0.21 acres (9,000 sq ft).
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.