309 E James St
Forrest, IL 61741
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,124 sqft
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,124 sqft
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Description
This single-family home is located at 309 E James St, Forrest, IL. 309 E James St is in Forrest, IL and in ZIP code 61741. This property has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 1,124 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 8184 sqft and was built in 1893.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.
Home Highlights
Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Patio, Deck
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
No Info
Home Details for 309 E James St
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Heating & Cooling Heating: OtherHeating Fuel: Other |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Floors: Carpet |
Interior Details Number of Rooms: 4 |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: Shake ShingleDeckExterior: WoodFoundation Type: Concrete BlockPatio |
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached |
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Year Built Year Built: 1893 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home |
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Lot Area: 8184 sqft |
Price History for 309 E James St
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 08/14/2013 | $18,000 | Sold | N/A |
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Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2024 |
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| Tax | $1,515 |
| Assessment | $49,218 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 309 E James St
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
0.09 | Single-Family Home | $120,000 | 02/20/26 | 2 | 1 | 1,200 | |
0.12 | Single-Family Home | $80,000 | 08/27/25 | 3 | 1 | 1,227 | |
0.10 | Single-Family Home | $95,000 | 04/14/26 | 2 | 1 | 560 | |
0.29 | Single-Family Home | $160,000 | 10/30/25 | 2 | 1.5 | 1,300 | |
0.34 | Single-Family Home | $150,000 | 10/30/25 | 2 | 1 | 1,476 | |
0.28 | Single-Family Home | $125,000 | 12/10/25 | 3 | 1 | 2,740 | |
0.23 | Single-Family Home | $208,000 | 10/27/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,354 | |
0.42 | Single-Family Home | $130,000 | 05/19/25 | 3 | 1 | 1,626 | |
0.38 | Single-Family Home | $70,000 | 10/31/25 | 1 | 1 | 600 | |
0.33 | Single-Family Home | $178,000 | 06/24/25 | 2 | 1.5 | 1,659 |
Assigned Schools
These are the assigned schools for 309 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 Review12y 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 Review1y ago - Prairie Central Jr High School
- 7-8
- Public
- 246 Students
5/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageThe PE/Health Teacher favorites her volleyball girls and treats all other students poorly.Parent Review7y 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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309 E James St, Forrest, IL 61741 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,124 sqft single-family home built in 1893. This property is not currently available for sale. 309 E James St was last sold on Aug 14, 2013 for $18,000. The current Trulia Estimate for 309 E James St is $70,800.