$65,000

beds

bath

1,196

square ft

500 S Forest Avenue

Carbondale, Illinois 62901

New / MLS #12771882 / Single Family / Carbondale

Listing information updated 10/7/2026 at 9:43am

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

Full Features

Architecture Style:

Bungalow

Exterior Type:

Vinyl Siding,Frame

Basement:

Unfinished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Range, Refrigerator

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Parking Type:

Garage - Yes,Detached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,196

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Acreage:

0.19

Room Information

Living Room:

14x27 - Main

Dining Room:

N/A

Kitchen:

13x10 - Main

Family Room:

N/A

Primary Bedroom:

11x11 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

11x10 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

N/A

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Enclosed Porch:

24x7 - Main Level

Laundry:

25x27 - Basement Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$2,193

Tax Year:

2025

Location

Zip Code:

62901

City:

Carbondale

County:

Jackson

Schools

School District(s):

95, 165

Elementary School:

N/A

Middle School:

N/A

High School:

Carbondale Community High School

Architecture Style:

Bungalow

Exterior Type:

Vinyl Siding,Frame

Basement:

Unfinished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Range, Refrigerator

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Parking Type:

Garage - Yes,Detached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,196

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Acreage:

0.19

Living Room:

14x27 - Main

Dining Room:

N/A

Kitchen:

13x10 - Main

Family Room:

N/A

Primary Bedroom:

11x11 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

11x10 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

N/A

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Enclosed Porch:

24x7 - Main Level

Laundry:

25x27 - Basement Level

Tax Amount:

$2,193

Tax Year:

2025

Zip Code:

62901

City:

Carbondale

County:

Jackson

School District(s):

95, 165

Elementary School:

N/A

Middle School:

N/A

High School:

Carbondale Community High School

Listing Office: RE/MAX REALTY CENTRAL

Listing Office Phone: 618.457.4663

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