Welcome home to this well maintained ranch-style residence situated on a large corner lot in a desirable neighborhood! Offering three bedrooms and one-and-a-half baths, this home combines comfort, space, and functionality in every detail. Step inside to find original hardwood floors, plush carpeting, and a cozy office nook-perfect for remote work or quiet reading. The kitchen features a bright bay window that fills the space with natural light, while the main level laundry adds convenience. The full basement includes an additional stove, refrigerator, and shower. Upstairs, the walk-up attic offers great potential to be finished into additional living space, hobby room, or storage area. Outside, you'll love the attached two-car garage, plus a detached single-car garage and shed-ideal for hobbies, storage, or a workshop. Set on approximately one-third of an acre, this home offers plenty of room to relax, garden, or entertain outdoors. Well-built, well-cared-for, and located in a wonderful neighborhood, this property is the perfect place to call home!
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$168,000
316 W John St, Forrest, IL 61741
3beds
2,077sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
0.34 Acres Lot
$171,000 Zestimate®
$81/sqft
$1,821 Estimated rent
Home value
$171,000
Estimated sales range
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: December 26, 2025 at 07:26pm
Listing courtesy of:
Judy Somers 815-674-7502,
Palen Real Estate
Bought with:
Judy Somers
Palen Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12509421
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X15
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X11
Enclosed porch
- Level: Main
- Area: 105 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X7
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X15
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 84 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X12
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 255 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X17
Office
- Level: Main
- Area: 30 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X5
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,077 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 0.34 Acres
- Dimensions: 124 x 121
Details
- Parcel number: 262604436001
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Forrest
- Subdivision: Not Applicable
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/26/2025 | Sold | $168,000-5.9%$81/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12509421 Report a problem | ||
| 12/13/2025 | Pending sale | $178,500$86/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12509421 Report a problem | ||
| 11/14/2025 | Contingent | $178,500$86/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12509421 Report a problem | ||
| 11/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $178,500+46.3%$86/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12509421 Report a problem | ||
| 1/14/2022 | Sold | $122,000-4.3%$59/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11267366 Report a problem | ||
| 12/8/2021 | Pending sale | $127,500$61/sqft |
Source:  Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group #11267366 Report a problem | ||
| 12/7/2021 | Contingent | $127,500$61/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11267366 Report a problem | ||
| 11/24/2021 | Price change | $127,500-5.5%$61/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11267366 Report a problem | ||
| 11/1/2021 | Listed for sale | $134,900$65/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11259877 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,020 +13.3% | $49,632 +14% |
| 2023 | $3,549 +13.7% | $43,537 +36.4% |
| 2022 | $3,121 +4% | $31,915 +6.4% |
| 2021 | $3,002 +70.9% | $29,995 +1% |
| 2020 | $1,757 -0.7% | $29,694 -0.7% |
| 2018 | $1,768 -0.3% | $29,896 +5% |
| 2017 | $1,773 -0.8% | $28,472 |
| 2016 | $1,788 0% | $28,472 -4% |
| 2015 | $1,788 -11.7% | $29,658 -2.9% |
| 2013 | $2,025 | $30,531 -5.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $32,361 +5.9% |
| 2009 | -- | $30,567 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 61741
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Prairie Central Upper Elementary SchoolGrades: 5-6Distance: 0.2 mi
- 3/10Prairie Central Jr High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 5/10Prairie Central High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Prairie Central Upper Elementary
- Middle: Prairie Central Jr High
- High: Prairie Central High School
- District: 8
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Illinois
- Livingston County
- Forrest
- 61741
- 316 W John St