This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home seamlessly combines historic charm with modern amenities, featuring a spacious open-concept main level with a contemporary kitchen, perfect for entertaining. Upstairs offers three bedrooms, additional full bathroom, a bright office, and convenient second-level laundry, making it functional and comfortable for everyday living. The attached, 2.5-car garage includes spray foam insulation and heated floors, utility sink and a dedicated 50 Amp circuit with 240-volt outlet allowing possibilities of charging electric or RV vehicles. Many of the big-ticket items have been replaced over the last 13 years, and the furnace was just replaced in 2023. The exterior boasts excellent curb appeal with durable vinyl siding, complemented by a large concrete driveway and a screened-in porch with newer composite flooring, outdoor carpet and porch swing, creating an inviting and stylish first impression when entering. The dry basement offers ample storage or potential for future growth and customization-schedule a visit today to experience its possibilities firsthand.
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$208,000
121 W Martin St, Forrest, IL 61741
3beds
1,354sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1922
8,712 Square Feet Lot
$207,800 Zestimate®
$154/sqft
$1,711 Estimated rent
Home value
$207,800
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 27, 2025 at 11:36am
Listing courtesy of:
Amber Barsema 309-750-3289,
Keeley Real Estate
Bought with:
David Wayman
Eppel Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12459252
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Double Pane Windows, Curtains/Drapes, Insulated Windows)
- Level: Second
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Insulated Windows, Screens)
- Level: Second
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Insulated Windows)
- Level: Second
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile), Window Treatments (Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Insulated Windows, Screens)
- Level: Main
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X15
Enclosed porch
- Features: Flooring (Sustainable)
- Level: Main
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X26
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile), Window Treatments (Double Pane Windows, Insulated Windows, Screens)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Second
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X13
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Insulated Windows, Screens)
- Level: Main
- Area: 285 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X19
Office
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile), Window Treatments (Insulated Windows)
- Level: Second
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X13
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Radiant
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Upper Level, In Unit
Features
- Open Floorplan, Replacement Windows
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Replacement Windows, Window Treatments, Drapes, Blinds, Insulated Windows
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Attic: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,399
- Total interior livable area: 1,354 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2.5
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2.5
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Screened
Lot
- Size: 8,712 sqft
- Dimensions: 66x132
Details
- Parcel number: 262604429002
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Water-Softener Owned
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1922
- Major remodel year: 2012
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Forrest
- Subdivision: Not Applicable
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/27/2025 | Sold | $208,000+4.5%$154/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12459252 Report a problem | ||
| 10/20/2025 | Pending sale | $199,000$147/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12459252 Report a problem | ||
| 9/10/2025 | Contingent | $199,000$147/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12459252 Report a problem | ||
| 9/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $199,000+34.9%$147/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12459252 Report a problem | ||
| 12/8/2021 | Sold | $147,500-1.6%$109/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,726 +12.9% | $57,310 +14% |
| 2023 | $4,184 -4.1% | $50,272 -0.8% |
| 2022 | $4,365 +98.9% | $50,664 +81.4% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 61741
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Prairie Central Upper Elementary SchoolGrades: 5-6Distance: 0 mi
- 3/10Prairie Central Jr High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 5/10Prairie Central High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- 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
- 121 W Martin St