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$134,900

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 1,227 Sq. Ft.
  • 1 Car Garage
  • Updated 11 days ago
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Welcome home to this updated 3-bedroom, 1 1/2-story home offering approximately 1,200 square feet of comfortable living space. This solid, well-built property has been thoroughly cleaned and freshly painted throughout, making it truly move-in ready for its next owners.The oversized living room features a cozy gas fireplace and a tastefully designed sliding barn door that adds both charm and function. A large main-floor primary bedroom provides convenient one-level living, while the full dining room is perfect for everyday meals or entertaining. All new windows throughout the home - complete with all new interior window trim - fill the space with natural light and give the entire home a crisp, refreshed feel. Newer flooring, a full basement with washer and dryer, and all appliances included add everyday convenience. Outside, enjoy a backyard cement patio ideal for relaxing or hosting, along with an oversized one-car garage offering extra storage and functionality. Clean and updated, this move-in-ready home offers comfort, quality, and timeless construction - a perfect opportunity for new owners to simply move in and enjoy!

Full Property Details for 121 E James St

General

  • Price: $134,900
  • Taxes: $2,445 (2024)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MRED
  • MLS ID: 12539066
  • Updated: 1/9/2026
  • Added to Site: 18 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Basement: Unfinished

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Yes, Detached, Garage

Location

  • Area: Forrest
  • County: Livingston
  • Township: Forrest
  • Subdivision: Not Applicable
  • Driving Directions: Route 47, east on James St, home is on the north side of street

School Information

  • School District: 8
  • Elem School District: 8
  • Midd School District: 8
  • High School District: 8
  • Elementary School: Prairie Central Upper Elementary
  • Middle School: Prairie Central Jr High
  • High School: Prairie Central High School
  • Private School: Prairie Central High School

Community

  • Assoc. Fees Include: None

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
  • Heating Type: Natural Gas

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Info: Traditional
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Construction: Aluminum Siding
  • Exterior Const.: Aluminum Siding
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
  • Square Feet: 1,227
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Year Built: 1934
  • Built Before 1978: Yes

Lot Features

  • Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 150 x 60

Financial Considerations

  • Assessment Year: 1934
  • Tax Amount: $2,445
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Pays Sewer: Public Sewer

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Property ID: 262603158008

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Schools serving 121 E James St

School District:Prairie Central Community Unit School District 8
NameGradesDistance
Westview Elementary School, Fairbury, IL
600 South 1st Street, Fairbury, IL 61739
2-45.7 mi
Prairie Central Primary East
PO Box 816, Chatsworth, IL 60921
PK-16.2 mi
Prairie Central Jr High School
800 North Wood Street, Forrest, IL 61741
7-80.3 mi
Prairie Central High School
411 North 7th Street, Fairbury, IL 61739
9-125.1 mi
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Price & Sales History for 121 E James St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
Source
1/03/2026
Listed
$134,900
68.62%
MLS
4/16/2025
Sold
$80,000
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Tax History for 121 E James St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$2,445
15%
$32,577
14%
2023
$2,131
4%
$28,576
6%
2022
$2,056
3%
$27,061
35%
2021
$2,005
-1%
$20,067
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2020
$2,018
-2%
$20,067
-3%
2019
$2,062
-5%
$20,687
-4%
2018
$2,171
5%
$21,447
5%
2017
$2,073
-1%
$20,426
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2016
$2,090
-3%
$20,426
-4%
2015
$2,150
—
$21,277
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121 E James Street, Forrest, IL 61741 (MLS# 12539066) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 121 E James Street is currently listed for $134,900 and was received on January 03, 2026. Want to learn more about 121 E James Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Forrest? You can browse all Forrest real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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