Is a car needed in Forrest, IL?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say car is needed

Are yards well-kept in Forrest, IL?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say yards are well-kept

Does Forrest, IL have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say there are sidewalks

Is parking easy in Forrest, IL?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say parking is easy

Is Forrest, IL dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 92% of users say it's dog friendly

Do kids play outside in Forrest, IL?

As of early 2026, 92% of users say kids play outside

Would people walk alone at night in Forrest, IL?

As of early 2026, 88% of users say people would walk alone at night

Is Forrest, IL quiet?

As of early 2026, 88% of users say it's quiet

Does Forrest, IL show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 86% of users say there's holiday spirit

Are neighbors friendly in Forrest, IL?

As of early 2026, 72% of users say neighbors are friendly

Are the streets well-lit in Forrest, IL?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say streets are well-lit

Is Forrest, IL walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 63% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Is Forrest, IL walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 63% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Are there community events in Forrest, IL?

As of early 2026, 44% of users say there are community events

Is there wildlife in Forrest, IL?

As of early 2026, 38% of users say there's wildlife

Do residents of Forrest, IL plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 13% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

What is 226 S Beech St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 226 S Beech St in Forrest, IL is $72,700 .

What is the price history for 226 S Beech St?

226 S Beech St in Forrest, IL last sold for $70,000 in October 2025.

Is Forrest a buyer's or seller's market?

Forrest is currently a seller's 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 .

Does 226 S Beech St have air conditioning?

Yes, 226 S Beech St in Forrest, IL has air conditioning.

Does 226 S Beech St have laundry facilities?

Yes, 226 S Beech St in Forrest, IL has laundry facilities.

OFF MARKET

$72,700

Trulia Estimate

1 Bed
1 Bath
600 sqft

226 S Beech St, Forrest, IL 61741

Est. Refi. Payment $597/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Oct 31, 2025 for $70,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$72.7K

Since last month

$600 (+0.8%)

Since last year

$20K (+36.9%)

Since last sale

$3K (+4.9%)

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 +110% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$73K
August 2026	$73K
July 2026	$73K
June 2026	$73K
May 2026	$73K
April 2026	$72K
March 2026	$71K
February 2026	$70K
January 2026	$71K
2025
December 2025	$70K
November 2025	$70K
August 2025	$54K
July 2025	$48K
June 2025	$43K
May 2025	$41K
April 2025	$41K
March 2025	$43K
February 2025	$42K
January 2025	$44K
2024
December 2024	$46K
November 2024	$45K
May 2024	$45K
April 2024	$44K
March 2024	$45K
February 2024	$42K
January 2024	$42K
2023
December 2023	$42K
October 2023	$41K
September 2023	$43K
August 2023	$44K
July 2023	$43K
June 2023	$41K
May 2023	$41K
April 2023	$40K
March 2023	$39K
February 2023	$40K
January 2023	$40K
2022
December 2022	$42K
November 2022	$42K
October 2022	$44K
September 2022	$44K
August 2022	$44K
July 2022	$44K
June 2022	$43K
May 2022	$42K
April 2022	$40K
March 2022	$38K
February 2022	$36K
January 2022	$35K
2021
December 2021	$33K
November 2021	$34K
October 2021	$35K
August 2021	$37K
July 2021	$38K
June 2021	$36K
April 2021	$35K
March 2021	$33K
February 2021	$36K
January 2021	$38K
2020
December 2020	$37K
November 2020	$37K
October 2020	$37K
September 2020	$38K
August 2020	$38K
July 2020	$37K
May 2020	$36K
April 2020	$37K
March 2020	$36K
February 2020	$36K
January 2020	$37K
2019
December 2019	$37K
October 2019	$38K
September 2019	$37K
August 2019	$37K
July 2019	$38K
June 2019	$38K
May 2019	$37K
April 2019	$38K
March 2019	$37K
February 2019	$37K
January 2019	$34K
2018
December 2018	$35K
November 2018	$37K
October 2018	$36K
September 2018	$35K
August 2018	$35K
July 2018	$35K
June 2018	$35K
May 2018	$35K
April 2018	$33K
March 2018	$32K
February 2018	$34K
January 2018	$34K
2017
December 2017	$36K
November 2017	$36K
October 2017	$36K
September 2017	$37K
August 2017	$35K
July 2017	$36K
June 2017	$35K
May 2017	$34K
April 2017	$36K
March 2017	$39K
February 2017	$37K
January 2017	$35K
2016
December 2016	$35K
November 2016	$35K
October 2016	$34K
September 2016	$35K

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
306 E Martin St, Forrest, IL	0.29	Single-Family Home	$95,000	04/14/26	2	1	560
521 N Beech St, Forrest, IL	0.39	Single-Family Home	$120,000	02/20/26	2	1	1,200
411 S Williams St, Forrest, IL	0.19	Single-Family Home	$134,500	09/08/26	3	1	1,424
215 E Bullard St, Forrest, IL	0.50	Single-Family Home	$106,000	09/03/26	2	1	956
208 W Martin St, Forrest, IL	0.31	Single-Family Home	$160,000	10/30/25	2	1.5	1,300
209 W Martin St, Forrest, IL	0.34	Single-Family Home	$125,000	12/10/25	3	1	2,740
508 N Pearl St, Forrest, IL	0.45	Single-Family Home	$139,900	07/14/26	3	1	1,624

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
308 S Williams St, Forrest, IL 61741	0.08	-	3	1	1,626	Off Market
303 Orchard St, Forrest, IL 61741	0.09	$116,700	2	1	836	Off Market
310 E Orchard St, Forrest, IL 61741	0.11	-	3	1	994	Off Market
313 E Orchard St, Forrest, IL 61741	0.10	$3,000	-	-	-	Recently Sold
313 Orchard St, Forrest, IL 61741	0.10	$152,800	4	2	1,865	Off Market
402 S Williams St, Forrest, IL 61741	0.16	-	2	2.5	1,775	Off Market
333 S Oak St, Forrest, IL 61741	0.15	$176,700	3	2	2,223	Off Market
411 S Williams St, Forrest, IL 61741	0.19	$134,500	3	1	1,424	Recently Sold
221 E John St, Forrest, IL 61741	0.18	$137,600	3	2	1,735	Recently Sold
416 S Center St, Forrest, IL 61741	0.20	$217,400	4	3	2,709	Off Market
502 S Williams St, Forrest, IL 61741	0.22	$186,800	3	2	2,204	Off Market

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 226 S Beech St.
Schools1 Preschool School3 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1952

600 sqft

$121/sqft

1 Car Garage

About this House

What's unique:One car attached garageForced air heatLarge drivewayNew drywallCentral air

Say hello to this ranch home with a one car attached garage located in Forrest, IL! The roof is less than 10 years old, all new windows installed 2 years ago, and a fresh remodel in 2022 with new drywall, flooring, bathroom, and paint! Enjoy the stream going thru the backyard, and a large driveway leading to the one car attached garage (access to home is provided through the basement.) This home has one bedroom on the main level & another room in the basement utilized as a computer room currently. The laundry is located in basement as well. Home has forced air heat & central air.

226 S Beech St, Forrest, IL 61741 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 600 sqft single-family home built in 1952. It last sold for $70,000 on Oct 31, 2025 (7% below the $75,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $72,700, with a rent estimate of $916/month.

Last check for updates: about 12 hours ago

Listed by Jarrin Blunier, (815) 867-3971

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group

Bought with: Jarrin Blunier, (815) 867-3971, Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group

Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12459549

Home Details for 226 S Beech St

Interior Features
Interior Details Basement: Partially Finished,FullNumber of Rooms: 4Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Den, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 600 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas OvenRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Gas & Electric Electric: Circuit Breakers
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Accessibility: No Disability Access
View No View

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltFoundation: Block
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Gravel,No Garage,On Site,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage
Frontage Waterfront: Stream, CreekNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area Finished Area (below surface): 200 Square Feet

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1952Year Renovated: 2022
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information Parcel Number: 262603351007

Price & Status
Price List Price: $75,000
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Tue Sep 30 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status
MLS Status: Closed

Location
Direction & Address City: Forrest
School Information Elementary School: Chatsworth Elementary SchoolElementary School District: 8Jr High / Middle School: Prairie Central Jr HighJr High / Middle School District: 8High School: Prairie Central High SchoolHigh School District: 8

Building
Building Area Building Area: 1200 Square Feet

HOA
HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information
Lot Area: 9000 sqft

Listing Info
Special Conditions: None

Offer
Listing Terms: Conventional

Business
Business Information Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous
BasementMls Number: 12459549Activation Date: Thu Sep 04 2025

Additional Information
MRD SHARE WITH CLIENTS: YesSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Oct 31, 2025 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12459549	Sold	$70,000
Sep 30, 2025 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12459549	Contingent	$75,000
Sep 4, 2025 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12459549	Listed For Sale	$75,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$1,473	$49,059

Additional Cost

Market trends in Forrest

Last updated August 2026

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Around this home

Prairie Central Primary East
PK-1
Public
145 Students
Prairie Central Community Unit School District 8
NA
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
The 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 Review
11y ago
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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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

Katie D.
Resident
7y ago
"I have two large breed dogs and I feel comfortable walking them anywhere. There are lots of squirrels."
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Katie D.
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8y ago
"no matter where you live you are living close to a school. the city promptly picks put large items when put out at the street"
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Katie D.
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8y ago
"the schools are very close as well as parks. there are crossing guards at the highway. most kids walk or bike to school"
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Frequently asked questions about 226 S Beech St

What is 226 S Beech St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 226 S Beech St in Forrest, IL is $72,700.
What is the price history for 226 S Beech St?
226 S Beech St in Forrest, IL last sold for $70,000 in October 2025.
Is Forrest a buyer's or seller's market?
Forrest is currently a seller's 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.
Does 226 S Beech St have air conditioning?
Yes, 226 S Beech St in Forrest, IL has air conditioning.
Does 226 S Beech St have laundry facilities?
Yes, 226 S Beech St in Forrest, IL has laundry facilities.