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

Is Forreston, IL dog-friendly?

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

Would people walk alone at night in Forreston, IL?

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

Is a car needed in Forreston, IL?

As of early 2026, 60% of users say car is needed

Does Forreston, IL have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 58% of users say there are sidewalks

Is Forreston, IL walkable to restaurants?

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

Is Forreston, IL quiet?

As of early 2026, 56% of users say it's quiet

Is there wildlife in Forreston, IL?

As of early 2026, 56% of users say there's wildlife

Are neighbors friendly in Forreston, IL?

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

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

As of early 2026, 23% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Are the streets well-lit in Forreston, IL?

As of early 2026, 18% of users say streets are well-lit

Are there community events in Forreston, IL?

As of early 2026, 14% of users say there are community events

Is Forreston, IL walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 10% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

What is 603 S 3rd Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 603 S 3rd Ave in Forreston, IL is $135,700 .

What is the price history for 603 S 3rd Ave?

603 S 3rd Ave in Forreston, IL last sold for $38,000 in February 2018.

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

Forreston is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What do residents say about Forreston?

Residents describe Forreston, IL as easy to park in, well-kept, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Forreston, IL .

How big is the lot at 603 S 3rd Ave?

The lot at 603 S 3rd Ave in Forreston, IL is about 0.28 acres (12,197 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$135,700

Trulia Estimate

Studio
1,232 sqft

603 S 3rd Ave, Forreston, IL 61030

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Feb 5, 2018 for $38,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$136K

Since last month

$16K (-10.6%)

Since last year

$12K (-7.9%)

Since last sale

$99K (+261.3%)

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 +66% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$137K
August 2026	$136K
July 2026	$154K
June 2026	$130K
May 2026	$131K
April 2026	$123K
March 2026	$137K
February 2026	$137K
January 2026	$141K
2025
December 2025	$139K
November 2025	$148K
October 2025	$145K
September 2025	$143K
August 2025	$149K
July 2025	$136K
June 2025	$130K
May 2025	$148K
April 2025	$139K
March 2025	$140K
February 2025	$135K
January 2025	$135K
2024
December 2024	$125K
November 2024	$139K
October 2024	$119K
September 2024	$120K
August 2024	$123K
July 2024	$126K
June 2024	$130K
May 2024	$122K
April 2024	$136K
March 2024	$131K
February 2024	$121K
January 2024	$118K
2023
December 2023	$112K
November 2023	$124K
October 2023	$113K
September 2023	$114K
August 2023	$128K
July 2023	$129K
June 2023	$111K
May 2023	$113K
April 2023	$109K
March 2023	$106K
February 2023	$104K
January 2023	$106K
2022
December 2022	$108K
November 2022	$110K
October 2022	$113K
September 2022	$112K
August 2022	$114K
July 2022	$114K
June 2022	$114K
May 2022	$112K
April 2022	$111K
March 2022	$110K
February 2022	$109K
January 2022	$109K
2021
December 2021	$99K
November 2021	$95K
October 2021	$95K
September 2021	$93K
August 2021	$97K
July 2021	$99K
June 2021	$95K
May 2021	$86K
April 2021	$85K
March 2021	$81K
February 2021	$80K
January 2021	$79K
2020
December 2020	$79K
November 2020	$79K
October 2020	$81K
September 2020	$85K
August 2020	$84K
July 2020	$85K
June 2020	$85K
May 2020	$86K
April 2020	$86K
March 2020	$86K
February 2020	$85K
January 2020	$85K
2019
December 2019	$85K
November 2019	$86K
October 2019	$86K
September 2019	$87K
August 2019	$87K
July 2019	$87K
June 2019	$88K
May 2019	$86K
April 2019	$87K
March 2019	$90K
February 2019	$88K
January 2019	$89K
2018
December 2018	$91K
November 2018	$92K
October 2018	$89K
September 2018	$88K
August 2018	$91K
July 2018	$89K
June 2018	$91K
May 2018	$88K
April 2018	$90K
March 2018	$87K
February 2018	$88K
January 2018	$90K
2017
December 2017	$90K
November 2017	$90K
October 2017	$90K
September 2017	$89K
August 2017	$89K
July 2017	$87K
June 2017	$89K
May 2017	$85K
April 2017	$85K
March 2017	$85K
February 2017	$84K
January 2017	$84K
2016
December 2016	$80K
November 2016	$84K
October 2016	$85K
September 2016	$83K

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
606 S 2nd Ave, Forreston, IL	0.03	Single-Family Home	$170,000	11/24/25	2	2	1,960
512 Garden St, Forreston, IL	0.16	Single-Family Home	$150,000	02/02/26	3	2.5	2,133
406 W Balsam St, Forreston, IL	0.41	Single-Family Home	$160,000	06/26/26	4	2	1,668
405 S Locust Ave, Forreston, IL	0.53	Single-Family Home	$117,000	10/30/25	3	1	1,392
405 W Cherry St, Forreston, IL	0.31	Single-Family Home	$184,000	07/06/26	3	1.5	1,237
310 S 1st Ave, Forreston, IL	0.24	Single-Family Home	$205,000	06/08/26	4	3	2,144
602 S 4th Ave, Forreston, IL	0.10	Single-Family Home	$90,000	01/05/26		-	1,325
604 S 1st Ave, Forreston, IL	0.09	Single-Family Home	$105,000	10/07/25		-	1,153
118 N Prairie Dr, Forreston, IL	0.19	Single-Family Home	$335,000	11/25/25	3	4	2,200
308 W Logan St, Forreston, IL	0.67	Single-Family Home	$132,500	08/12/26	3	1	1,064

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
606 S 2nd Ave, Forreston, IL 61030	0.03	$170,000	2	2	1,960	Recently Sold
610 S 2nd Ave, Forreston, IL 61030	0.04	$200,900	3	1.5	1,400	Off Market
201 W Willow St, Forreston, IL 61030	0.08	$139,200	3	1.5	1,552	Off Market
304 W Willow St, Forreston, IL 61030	0.07	$213,000	3	2	1,678	Off Market
610 S 1st Ave, Forreston, IL 61030	0.10	$147,600	2	1	1,112	Off Market
612 S 1st Ave, Forreston, IL 61030	0.10	$148,800	2	1.5	1,375	Off Market
605 S 1st Ave, Forreston, IL 61030	0.12	$162,900	3	2	1,680	Off Market
109 Meadows Ct, Forreston, IL 61030	0.12	$240,500	4	2	2,600	Off Market
109 W Meadow Ct, Forreston, IL 61030	0.13	$260,900	4	2	2,600	Off Market
409 2nd Ave, Forreston, IL 61030	0.15	$150,600	3	1	-	Off Market
109 W Meadows Ct, Forreston, IL 61030	0.14	$268,400	4	2	2,072	Off Market
501 S 1st Ave, Forreston, IL 61030	0.17	$245,100	4	3	3,008	Off Market

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1954

1,232 sqft

$110/sqft

About this House

This single-family home is located at 603 S 3rd Ave, Forreston, IL. 603 S 3rd Ave is in Forreston, IL and in ZIP code 61030. This property has approximately 1,232 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 0.28 acres and was built in 1954.

603 S 3rd Ave, Forreston, IL 61030 is a studio, 1,232 sqft single-family home built in 1954. It last sold for $38,000 on Feb 5, 2018. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $135,700, with a rent estimate of $1,373/month.

Home Details for 603 S 3rd Ave

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1954
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Feb 5, 2018 Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #119629	Sold	$38,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2024	$2,668	$109,188

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Market trends in Forreston

Last updated July 2026

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Around this home

German Valley Grade School
PK-K
Public
70 Students
Forrestville Valley Community Unit School District 221
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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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

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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Frequently asked questions about 603 S 3rd Ave

What is 603 S 3rd Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 603 S 3rd Ave in Forreston, IL is $135,700.
What is the price history for 603 S 3rd Ave?
603 S 3rd Ave in Forreston, IL last sold for $38,000 in February 2018.
Is Forreston a buyer's or seller's market?
Forreston is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What do residents say about Forreston?
Residents describe Forreston, IL as easy to park in, well-kept, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Forreston, IL.
How big is the lot at 603 S 3rd Ave?
The lot at 603 S 3rd Ave in Forreston, IL is about 0.28 acres (12,197 sq ft).