27971 E 500 North Rd, Forrest, IL 61741
OFF MARKET

27971 E 500 North Rd
Forrest, IL 61741

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,008 sqft (on 0.49 acres)

$137,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,016/mo*
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$137,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,016/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,008 sqft
(on 0.49 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School3 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Take a look at this cute ranch south of Forrest sitting on a 1/2 acre! This 1 story home features 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath, living room, dining area, and kitchen with refrigerator and newer stove. Main level laundry with washer/dryer. Full basement with shelving and 1 car attached garage with opener. Metal roof and new furnace, A/C Feb 2021.
27971 E 500 North Rd, Forrest, IL 61741 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,008 sqft single-family home built in 1973. It last sold for $92,000 on Apr 25, 2025 (16% below the $109,900 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $137,500, with a rent estimate of $1,099/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
1 Car Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 27971 E 500 North Rd

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

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: 1008 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water SoftenerDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: PropaneHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Propane
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Accessibility: No Disability Access
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Metal
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 1Parking: Asphalt,Garage Door Opener,On Site,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Shared Septic

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1973
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Aluminum SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 262622400003

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $109,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Mar 13 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: ForrestCommunity: Not Applicable
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

Agent Information

Buyer Agent
Buyer Company Name: Emerald Partners

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1008 Square Feet

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.49 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12176069Back On Market Date: Sat Mar 01 2025

Additional Information

Source Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display
Last check for updates: about 12 hours ago
Listed by Shannon Collins, (217) 493-3776
Green Street Realty
Bought with: Kelly Gerber, (217) 390-8205, Green Street Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12176069

Price History for 27971 E 500 North Rd

DatePriceEventSource
04/25/2025$92,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12176069
04/17/2025$109,900PendingMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12176069
03/15/2025$109,900ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12176069
10/01/2024$109,900Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12176069
09/04/2024$109,900ListingRemovedMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11935145
08/29/2024$109,900Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11935145
08/18/2023ListingRemovedMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11748437
06/15/2023$109,900PendingMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11748437
06/11/2023ListingRemovedMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11748437
05/29/2023$109,900ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11748437
04/09/2023$109,900PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11748437
03/30/2023$119,900Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11748437

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$2,967
Assessment$109,566
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 27971 E 500 North Rd

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
4043 N 3000 East Rd, Strawn, IL
2.26
Single-Family Home
$265,000
02/19/26
3
2.5
1,828
121 E James St, Forrest, IL
3.65
Single-Family Home
$80,000
08/27/25
3
1
1,227
226 S Beech St, Forrest, IL
3.29
Single-Family Home
$70,000
10/31/25
1
1
600
521 N Beech St, Forrest, IL
3.67
Single-Family Home
$120,000
02/20/26
2
1
1,200
316 W John St, Forrest, IL
3.48
Single-Family Home
$168,000
12/26/25
3
1.5
2,077
306 E Martin St, Forrest, IL
3.53
Single-Family Home
$95,000
04/14/26
2
1
560
209 W Martin St, Forrest, IL
3.62
Single-Family Home
$125,000
12/10/25
3
1
2,740

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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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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