SOLD SEP 1, 2026

Sold on sep 2026

$141,000

•

1,040

sq ft

261 S Smith St, Forsyth, IL 62535

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Move right into this beautifully updated ranch on a corner lot in the heart of Forsyth! Offering a rare 3-car attached garage, fenced front and back yards, and a storage shed, this home combines comfort, convenience, and functionality. Inside, you'll love the open-concept layout featuring a spacious living room, dining area, and kitchen with a breakfast bar—perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Fresh paint and brand-new carpet throughout give the home a crisp, move-in ready feel. Both bedrooms feature double-wide closets for ample storage, and all appliances, including the washer and dryer, stay with the home. Major updates completed in 2022 include the roof, HVAC system, and attic insulation, providing peace of mind for years to come. Just steps from beautiful Forsyth Park and the walking trail, and only minutes from schools, shopping, dining, and interstate access, this home offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and modern convenience. Home is being sold AS IS.

Single-familyProperty Type

1974Year Built

0.25 acresLot Size

$136Price/Sq.Ft.

3 car garageParking

Listed by Bradley Godden • Glenda Williamson Realty

Bought with Non Member • Central Illinois Board of REALTORS

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•Source:CIBR #6259883

Redfin Estimate

$142,287

$1,287 since sold in September 2026$2,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 14.5% higher than the average sale price ($124K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD SEP 28, 2026
$60,000
A
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SOLD SEP 18, 2026
$38,000
B
3 beds1 bath1,239 sq ft
1947 Sir Richard Ct, Decatur, IL 62526
SOLD SEP 11, 2026
$205,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,620 sq ft
4540 Shadow Dr, Decatur, IL 62526
SOLD JUN 23, 2026
$127,500
D
2 beds1 bath868 sq ft
110 Magnolia Dr, Forsyth, IL 62535
SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$140,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,120 sq ft
3902 Greenridge Dr, Decatur, IL 62526
SOLD FEB 27, 2026
$175,000
F
3 beds1.5 baths1,300 sq ft
355 S Smith St, Forsyth, IL 62535

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Market trends in 62535, IL

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

98.9%

0.6% MoM

Median sale price

$351K

$8K MoM

Avg. days on market

25d

2 days MoM

Recently sold homes

1 MoM

New listings for sale

$172,000
3 beds1.5 baths1,784 sq ft
5 Woodland Dr, Forsyth, IL 62535
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Sale and tax history for 261 S Smith St

Sale History
Tax History

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$3,077 (+8.7%)

$3,977 + $36,749

$40,726

2024

$2,831 (+8.1%)

$3,977 + $36,749

$40,726

2023

$2,618 (+6.9%)

$3,714 + $33,392

$37,106

2022

$2,449 (+8.7%)

$3,414 + $29,950

$33,364

2021

$2,252 (+3.2%)

$3,115 + $27,327

$30,442

2020

$2,182 (+2.7%)

$2,961 + $25,465

$28,426

2019

$2,125 (+0.7%)

$2,902 + $24,953

$27,855

2018

$2,110 (+0.9%)

$2,900 + $24,938

$27,838

2017

$2,091 (−1.3%)

$2,921 + $25,116

$28,037

2016

$2,119 (+3.2%)

$2,915 + $25,063

$27,978

2015

$2,054 (+69.8%)

$2,880 + $24,766

$27,646

2014

$1,210 (+7.7%)

$2,880 + $24,766

$27,646

2013

$1,123

$2,773 + $23,846

$26,619

Public record

Beds

—

Baths

Stories

Lot width

100 ft.

Lot depth

110 ft.

Lot size

0.25 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,040

Year built

1974

Style

Other

County

Macon County

APN

07-07-14-128-013

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 23, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Attached, Garage

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air

Interior Features
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Washer

Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 6
Laundry Features: Main Level
Basement Details: Crawl Space

Exterior

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Asphalt, Shingle

Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 1040
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,040
Levels: One
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding

Property Features
Other Structures: Shed(s)

Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Concrete
Lot Size : 0.25
Lot Size Area: 0.25
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.25
Zoning: RES

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,077

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Location

Schools Information
Elementary School District: Maroa Forsyth Dist 2
Middle Or Junior School District: Maroa Forsyth Dist 2
High School District: Maroa Forsyth Dist 2

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,040
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.25 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 1974
Year Renovated: —
County: Macon County
APN: 07-07-14-128-013

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 23, 2026

Other

Listing Information
List AOR: CentralIllinoisBoardOfRealtors

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Schools

Maroa-Forsyth Grade School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi

7/10

Maroa-Forsyth Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 7.1mi

7/10

Maroa-Forsyth Senior High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.1mi

5/10

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

2/10 Fire Factor

0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

3/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 106° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

2% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years

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Estimated sale price

$136,000 – $164,000

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Home values near 261 S Smith St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
315 South Smith St, Forsyth, IL - Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1388 Sq. Ft.	$102,540
270 South Smith St, Forsyth, IL - Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1609 Sq. Ft.	$161,327

Address	Redfin Estimate
355 South Smith St, Forsyth, IL 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1300 Sq. Ft.	$200,190
330 South Smith St, Forsyth, IL - Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1056 Sq. Ft.	—

Address	Redfin Estimate
367 South Smith St, Forsyth, IL - Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1872 Sq. Ft.	$141,065
322 South Smith St, Forsyth, IL - Beds \| - Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$16,099

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