226 E Watson St
Forrest, IL 61741
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,460 sqft
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,460 sqft
Home Value
Trulia Estimate
$78.6KSince last month
Increased$800 (+1%)Since last year
Increased$11K (+15.6%)Since last sale
Increased$56K (+241.7%)Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.
Trulia Estimate
The of this home's value increased by +77% in the last 10 years
| Month | Estimated value |
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2026 | |
| August 2026 | $79K |
| July 2026 | $75K |
| June 2026 | $78K |
| May 2026 | $81K |
| April 2026 | $78K |
| March 2026 | $73K |
| February 2026 | $68K |
| January 2026 | $70K |
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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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0.20 | Single-Family Home | $120,000 | 02/20/26 | 2 | 1 | 1,200 | |
0.19 | Single-Family Home | $80,000 | 08/27/25 | 3 | 1 | 1,227 | |
0.33 | Single-Family Home | $150,000 | 10/30/25 | 2 | 1 | 1,476 | |
0.08 | Single-Family Home | $95,000 | 04/14/26 | 2 | 1 | 560 | |
0.25 | Single-Family Home | $160,000 | 10/30/25 | 2 | 1.5 | 1,300 | |
0.21 | Single-Family Home | $70,000 | 10/31/25 | 1 | 1 | 600 | |
0.39 | Single-Family Home | $139,900 | 07/14/26 | 3 | 1 | 1,624 | |
0.26 | Single-Family Home | $125,000 | 12/10/25 | 3 | 1 | 2,740 | |
0.21 | Single-Family Home | $208,000 | 10/27/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,354 | |
0.17 | Single-Family Home | $170,000 | 07/13/26 | 1 | 1 | 1,140 |
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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0.06 | $212,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,826 | Off Market | |
0.07 | $5,000 | - | - | - | For Sale | |
0.08 | $95,000 | 2 | 1 | 560 | Recently Sold | |
0.11 | $124,900 | 3 | 1 | 1,725 | Off Market | |
0.15 | $3,000 | - | - | - | Recently Sold | |
0.18 | $5,000 | - | - | - | For Sale | |
0.20 | $151,600 | 2 | 1 | 836 | Off Market | |
0.20 | $3,000 | - | - | - | Recently Sold | |
0.20 | $193,700 | 4 | 2 | 1,865 | Off Market | |
0.19 | $121,900 | 3 | 1 | 1,227 | For Sale | |
0.19 | $182,500 | 3 | 1 | 1,320 | Off Market | |
0.21 | $70,000 | 1 | 1 | 600 | Recently Sold |
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1914
Living Area
1,460 sqft
Price/Sqft
$54
About this House
This single-family home is located at 226 E Watson St, Forrest, IL. 226 E Watson St is in Forrest, IL and in ZIP code 61741. This property has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 1,460 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 9504 sqft and was built in 1914.
226 E Watson St, Forrest, IL 61741 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,460 sqft single-family home built in 1914. It last sold for $23,000 on Jan 3, 2003. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $78,600, with a rent estimate of $1,207/month.
Home Details for 226 E Watson St
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Heating & Cooling Heating: OtherHeating Fuel: Other |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Floors: Hardwood |
Interior Details Number of Rooms: 5 |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: Shake ShingleExterior: WoodFoundation Type: Concrete |
Parking & Garage Parking: Carport |
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Year Built Year Built: 1914 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home |
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Lot Area: 9504 sqft |
Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Jan 3, 2003 Source: N/A | Sold | $23,000 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2024 | $1,312 | $60,777 |
Home facts updated by county records
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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
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Frequently asked questions about 226 E Watson St
- What is 226 E Watson St estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 226 E Watson St in Forrest, IL is $78,600.
- What is the price history for 226 E Watson St?226 E Watson St in Forrest, IL last sold for $23,000 in January 2003.
- Is Forrest a buyer's or seller's market?Forrest is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
- What do residents say about Forrest?Residents describe Forrest, IL as well-kept, pedestrian-friendly, and easy to park in. See recently sold homes in Forrest, IL.
- How big is the lot at 226 E Watson St?The lot at 226 E Watson St in Forrest, IL is about 0.22 acres (9,504 sq ft).
- Does 226 E Watson St have parking?Yes, 226 E Watson St in Forrest, IL has on-site parking.