Is parking easy in Forreston, IL?

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

Are yards well-kept in Forreston, IL?

As of early 2026, 91% of users say yards are well-kept

Do kids play outside in Forreston, IL?

As of early 2026, 85% of users say kids play outside

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As of early 2026, 85% of users say it's dog friendly

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As of early 2026, 67% of users say people would walk alone at night

Does Forreston, IL show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 60% of users say there's holiday spirit

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As of early 2026, 56% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

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As of early 2026, 53% of users say neighbors are friendly

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OFF MARKET

508 S 4th Ave
Forreston, IL 61030

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,060 sqft

$124,900

Trulia Estimate

as of Jul 8, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $708/mo*

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$124,900

Trulia Estimate

as of Jul 8, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $708/mo*

Refinance Your Home

2 Beds

1 Bath

1,060 sqft

Local Information

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Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

2 bedroom, 1 bath ranch home with 1 stall attached garage. Second bedroom wall was taken down and now used as a dining room but could easily be put back to a second bedroom again. Main floor laundry. Full basement. Home, appliances, and above ground swimming pool being sold as is. Possible short sale.

508 S 4th Ave, Forreston, IL 61030 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,060 sqft single-family home built in 1965. It last sold for $65,000 on Oct 1, 2020. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $124,900, with a rent estimate of $983/month.

Home Highlights

Parking

Garage

Outdoor

Deck

A/C

Heating & Cooling

HOA

None

Price/Sqft

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Listed

Less than a day ago

Home Details for 508 S 4th Ave

Interior Features
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities DisposalDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1965
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Deck
Parking & Garage GarageParking Space: 1Parking: Garage Attached

Lot Information
Lot Area: 8276 sqft

Price History for 508 S 4th Ave

Date	Price	Event	Source
10/01/2020	$65,000	Sold	NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #123299
Recording Date 10/01/2020 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
06/25/2020	$64,900	Pending	Agent Provided

06/25/2020	$64,900	PendingToActive	Agent Provided

06/25/2020	$64,900	Pending	Agent Provided

06/19/2020	$64,900	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

Market trends in Forreston

Last updated May 2026

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year	2024
Tax	$2,592
Assessment	$109,329

Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 508 S 4th Ave

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
612 S 1st Ave, Forreston, IL	0.22	Single-Family Home	$140,000	07/29/25	2	1.5	1,375
206 W Green St, Forreston, IL	0.55	Single-Family Home	$105,000	09/19/25	2	1	857
606 S 2nd Ave, Forreston, IL	0.15	Single-Family Home	$170,000	11/24/25	2	2	1,960
610 S 2nd Ave, Forreston, IL	0.16	Single-Family Home	$180,000	08/07/25	3	1.5	1,400
405 S Locust Ave, Forreston, IL	0.57	Single-Family Home	$117,000	10/30/25	3	1	1,392
405 W Cherry St, Forreston, IL	0.22	Single-Family Home	$184,000	07/06/26	3	1.5	1,237
406 W Balsam St, Forreston, IL	0.33	Single-Family Home	$160,000	06/26/26	4	2	1,668
502 N Walnut Ave, Forreston, IL	0.65	Single-Family Home	$142,500	04/21/26	3	1	1,751
310 S 1st Ave, Forreston, IL	0.25	Single-Family Home	$205,000	06/08/26	4	3	2,144
512 Garden St, Forreston, IL	0.25	Single-Family Home	$150,000	02/02/26	3	2.5	2,133

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OFF MARKET
Est. $131,800
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OFF MARKET
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SOLD
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OFF MARKET
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OFF MARKET
Est. $147,400
3 bd
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OFF MARKET
Est. $152,300
2 bd
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1,644 sqft
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OFF MARKET
Est. $141,000
3 bd
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1,552 sqft
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OFF MARKET
Est. $210,600
3 bd
2.5 ba
1,880 sqft
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Forreston, IL 61030
SOLD
JUL 6, 2026
$184,000
3 bd
1.5 ba
1,237 sqft
405 W Cherry St,
Forreston, IL 61030
OFF MARKET
Est. $161,100
3 bd
2 ba
2,976 sqft
302 S 3rd Ave,
Forreston, IL 61030
NextHome First Class, Closed
OFF MARKET
Est. $146,800
2 bd
1 ba
1,112 sqft
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Heartland Realty 11 LLC, Closed
OFF MARKET
Est. $145,700
2 bd
1.5 ba
1,375 sqft
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Forreston, IL 61030
NextHome First Class, Closed

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What Locals Say about Forreston

At least 7 Trulia users voted on each feature.

100 % Say parking is easy
91 % Say yards are well-kept
85 % Say kids play outside
85 % Say it's dog friendly
67 % Say people would walk alone at night
60 % Say there's holiday spirit
60 % Say car is needed
58 % Say there are sidewalks
56 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
56 % Say it's quiet
56 % Say there's wildlife
53 % Say neighbors are friendly
23 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
18 % Say streets are well-lit
14 % Say there are community events
10 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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Sarah H.
12y ago
"I grew up near Forreston, and I've always known it to be quiet, charming, and all-around nice place to live. Not exactly exciting or bustling, but if you're looking for a safe environment for kids and/or pets, this is a great town to live in."
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