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$65,000
 $349 est/mo Sourced by Back At You

500 S Forest Avenue,Carbondale, IL 62901

Carbondale, IL 62901

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Description

Just 3 blocks from SIU! This 2-bedroom, 1-bath Carbondale home offers approximately 1,196 sq. ft. of living space and plenty of character and potential. Inside, you'll find original hardwood floors, spacious living areas, and lots of natural light throughout. Enclosed front and back porches provide extra space perfect for a sitting area, plants, hobbies, or extra storage. The home also features a full unfinished basement with laundry and plenty of room for storage, plus a detached garage and a spacious yard surrounded by mature trees. Located at 500 S Forest Ave, just a few blocks from Southern Illinois University and convenient to shopping, dining, and everything Carbondale has to offer. Whether you're looking for a home to make your own or an investment opportunity near the university, this property has plenty of possibilities. 2 Bedrooms | 1 Bathroom | Approx. 1,196 Sq. Ft. | Hardwood Floors | Enclosed Front & Back Porches | Full Basement | Detached Garage | 3 Blocks from SIU

Details

MLS #12771882
Listing TypeFor Sale
StyleHouse
Sub-TypeResale
StatusActive
Year1909
Days On Site1
Listing Provided ByRE/MAX REALTY CENTRAL | Ashley Herd

Features

Bed(s)2
Bath(s) 1 Total
SQ Feet1,196
Garage1
BasementY
Story(s)1
Acreage0.19

Interior

Rooms Total4
CoolingCentral Air
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
AppliancesRange, Refrigerator
Fireplaces Total0

Exterior

Lot FeaturesCorner Lot
Construction MaterialsVinyl Siding, Frame

Parking

Parking FeaturesYes, Detached, Garage
Garage Spaces1

Utilities

UtilitiesCable Available
SewerPublic Sewer

Taxes

Tax Year2025
Tax Annual Amount2193.1

Area Information

StateIL
CountyJackson
CityCarbondale
Zip Code62901
AreaCarbondale
School DistrictCarbondale Community High School
High SchoolCarbondale Community High School
Listing VS Median (in 62901)
Price:
$65,000
low | high
Med:
$158,555
93.930769230769% of Average
sqft:
1,196
low | high
Med:
3,288
100% of Average
$ / sqft:
$54
low | high
Med:
$48
61.270924574209% of Average
On site:
1
low | high
Med:
142
2% of Average
Sourced by Back At You

Market Activity 62901

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 (773) 317-4414e_orlovska@yahoo.com
StateIL
CountyJackson
CityCarbondale
Zip Code62901
AreaCarbondale
School DistrictCarbondale Community High School
High SchoolCarbondale Community High School
Listing VS Median (in 62901)
Price:
$65,000
low | high
Med:
$158,555
93.930769230769% of Average
sqft:
1,196
low | high
Med:
3,288
100% of Average
$ / sqft:
$54
low | high
Med:
$48
61.270924574209% of Average
On site:
1
low | high
Med:
142
2% of Average
Sourced by Back At You
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