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$20,000

For Sale

2 days ago

406 S Forest Avenue, Carbondale, IL

House

MLS® 12771638

3 Bed

1 Bath

1140 sqft

4 Parking

  • Key Facts
  • Description
  • Rooms
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Key Facts

Type Single Family Residence
Levels Residential
Size 1140 sqft
Garage Yes
Taxes $2,068
Days Active 2
Lot Size 
Approx. Age 1930
Avg. Price Per Sqft $17
MLS® Number 12771638

Property Address: 406 S Forest Avenue, Carbondale, IL, 62901

Average square foot calculated using Size range provided by listing agent.

Description

A unique rehabilitation opportunity in a uniquely Carbondale location! Located directly across the street from the historic R. Buckminster Fuller Dome Home, this property offers an opportunity for an investor, experienced renovator, or buyer looking for a substantial restoration project. The location has a particularly interesting connection to Carbondale history. Buckminster Fuller lived in the Dome Home while teaching at Southern Illinois University Carbondale, and his legacy continues to be celebrated locally. The Dome Home was one of the featured locations during the 2026 Fuller Futures Festival, a five-day event held at SIU and throughout Carbondale. The property is also located near the SIU Carbondale campus, adding another level for buyers evaluating its future potential. The home is being offered in its current condition and requires extensive rehabilitation. Electrical wiring, plumbing components and copper have been removed, and buyers should anticipate significant work before occupancy. Due to the property's present condition, interior access is restricted. Offered at $20, 000, this may be an opportunity to restore the existing home or investigate other possibilities for the property. Buyers considering long-term rental, short-term rental, redevelopment or another investment strategy should independently verify zoning, permitting, utilities, property condition and allowable uses. Property is being sold as-is. Please do not enter the structure or property without authorization.
MLS® Number12771638
Laundry Level
Central VacNo
FireplaceNo
Acreage
Exterior
GarageYes
Approx. Age1930
BasementCrawl Space
DrivewayYes, Detached, Garage
Garage Spaces
HeatNatural Gas
A/CCentral Air

Extras

Rooms

Master Bedroom:Main Floor12 × 14 ft
Bedroom 2:Main Floor10 × 12 ft
Living Room:Main Floor13 × 14 ft
Dining Room:Main FloorCOMBO
Bedroom 3:Main Floor10 × 11 ft
Kitchen:Main Floor9 × 11 ft

Price History

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Not Sold YetSold Price

For Sale

Oct 6, 2026List Date
$20,000List Price

Home Appraisal

This property is estimated to sell between: $20,000 and $100,000.
Similar properties in this area sold on average for: $72,821
Expected to sell in 142 days. Similar properties sold in 144 days. This home has been on eXp Realty for 2 days.

The estimated sale price does not take into account many variables such as recent renovations, type of appliances, school district etc. To get a more accurate estimate please contact agent.

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406 S Forest Avenue, Carbondale, IL

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