500 S Forest AVE, Carbondale, IL 62901
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500 S Forest AVE, Carbondale, IL 62901
500 S Forest AVE, Carbondale, IL 62901
500 S Forest AVE, Carbondale, IL 62901
500 S Forest AVE, Carbondale, IL 62901
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500 S Forest AVE Carbondale, IL 62901

2 Beds

1 Bath

1,196 SqFt

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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached Single

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 1,196 sqft

Price per Sqft $54

MLS Listing ID 12771882

Style Bungalow

Bedrooms 2

Full Baths 1

Year Built 1909

Annual Tax Amount $2,193

Tax Year 2025

Lot Size 8,276 Sqft

Lot Dimensions 60x100

Property Sub-Type Detached Single

Property 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

Location

State IL

County Jackson

Area Carbondale

Rooms

Basement Unfinished, Full

Interior

Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air

Cooling Central Air

Fireplace N

Appliance Range, Refrigerator

Exterior

Garage Spaces 1.0

Utilities Available Cable Available

Building

Lot Description Corner Lot

Dwelling Type Detached Single

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Level or Stories 1 Story

Structure Type Vinyl Siding,Frame

New Construction false

Schools

High Schools Carbondale Community High School

School District 95 , 95, 165

Others

HOA Fee Include None

Ownership Fee Simple

Special Listing Condition None

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+1(630) 363-4289

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