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2 Beds
1 Bath
1,196 sqft

$65,000

500 S Forest Avenue, Carbondale IL, 62901

Price per sqft$54.35
Built in1909
Property size1,196 sqft
Property typeResidential
Listed by Ashley Herd with RE/MAX REALTY CENTRAL 618-253-9381

Overview

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Listed Oct 5, 2026

Updated 20h ago

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

$432/mo

Est. mortgage payment based on a $65,000 home price.

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Additional information

MLS® ID
12771882

Interior Features

Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1
Cooling
Yes
Heating
Yes
Basement
Yes

Exterior Features

Lot Size
0.19 Acres

Other Property Details

Taxes
$2,193
Tax Frequency
Annually
Garage
Yes
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Listed by Ashley Herd with RE/MAX REALTY CENTRAL 618-253-9381

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