500 S Forest Avenue, Carbondale, IL 62901

Carbondale
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500 S Forest Avenue,Carbondale, IL 62901
$65,000
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Baths
  • 1,196 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by: ashley herd
Office: re/max realty central
MLS#:12771882
Source:MLSNI

Price summary

  • Price:$65,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$54.35

About this home

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

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Home facts

  • Year built:1909
  • Listing ID #:12771882
  • Updated:October 08, 2026 at 12:11 PM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:2
  • Total bathrooms:1
  • Full bathrooms:1
  • Rooms Total:4
  • Kitchen Description:Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement Description:Full, Unfinished
  • Living area:1,196 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Central Air
  • Heating:Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Central air:Yes

Structure and exterior

  • Year built:1909
  • Building area:1,196 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.19 Acres
  • Lot Features:Corner Lot
  • Architectural Style:Bungalow
  • Levels:1 Story

Schools

  • High school:Carbondale Community High School

Utilities

  • Water:Public
  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$65,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$54.35
  • Tax amount:$2,193 (2025)

Parking

  • Total parking spaces:1
  • Parking description:Detached Garage, Garage
  • Garage:Yes
  • Garage spaces:1
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