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500 S Forest Avenue, 
Carbondale, IL 62901

$65,000

2

Beds

1

Bath

1,196

Sq Ft

Single Family

Active

Listed by

Ashley Herd

RE/MAX Realty Central

Last updated:

October 31, 2026, 03:11 PM

MLS#

12771882

Source:

MLSNI

About This Home

500 S Forest Avenue

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

Home Facts

Single Family

1 Bath

2 Bedrooms

Built in 1909

Price Summary

65,000

$54 per Sq. Ft.

MLS #:

12771882

Last Updated:

October 31, 2026, 03:11 PM

Rooms & Interior

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms:

2

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms:

1

Full Bathrooms:

1

Interior

Living Area:

1,196 Sq. Ft.

Structure

Structure

Architectural Style:

Bungalow

Building Area:

1,196 Sq. Ft.

Year Built:

1909

Lot

Lot Size (Sq. Ft):

8,276

Finances & Disclosures

Finances

Price:

$65,000

Price per Sq. Ft:

$54 per Sq. Ft.

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