A true Forsyth treasure! Built in 1935, this 4 bedroom two story has all the traditional charm. Drive by and the curb appeal will have you pulling in the driveway to take it all in. Attached 2 car garage and a second 2 car garage in the back yard. Just shy of an acre this park like yard is breathtaking. You will feel like you are on a garden tour while you relax on the patio or covered rear porch. From the side sitting porch off large living room, you also can enjoy views of the yard. Spacious dining room and a huge family room off kitchen for when you have the entire family over. All the rooms allow for big gatherings. 4 bedrooms up. HW under the carpet. Windows replaced, roof new in 2017, HVAC 2018, kitchen updated, and all appliances stay. A one block walk to the post office and Forsyth library. A stone-throw to Decatur Christian and Forsyth Grade School. Call today to schedule your private showing!
Sold for $350,000 on 02/27/25
$350,000
195 E Ruehl St, Forsyth, IL 62535
4beds
2,244sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1935
0.94 Acres Lot
$381,200 Zestimate®
$156/sqft
$1,940 Estimated rent
Home value
$381,200
$320,000 - $454,000
$1,940/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 20, 2023 at 12:20pm
Listed by:
Jenny Lambdin 217-875-0555,
Brinkoetter REALTORS®
Bought with:
Jessica Proctor, 475173389
Brinkoetter REALTORS®
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 6222857
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Central Illinois Board Of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
Family room
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
Other
- Description: Flooring: Tile
- Level: Upper
Half bath
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Main
Living room
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Main
Heating
- Floor Furnace
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Fireplace, Pull Down Attic Stairs
- Windows: Replacement Windows
- Basement: Unfinished,Partial
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Family/Living/Great Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,244
- Total interior livable area: 2,244 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,244
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached, Detached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Screened
Lot
- Size: 0.94 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 070714104007
- Zoning: R-1
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Basement
- Roof: Other,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1935
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Forsyth
- Subdivision: E O Smiths Add
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/27/2025 | Sold | $350,000+70.7%$156/sqft |
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| 1/20/2023 | Sold | $205,000-6.4%$91/sqft |
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| 12/9/2022 | Pending sale | $219,000$98/sqft |
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| 11/18/2022 | Contingent | $219,000$98/sqft |
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| 10/13/2022 | Price change | $219,000-8.4%$98/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,788 +5.8% | $75,861 +8.8% |
| 2023 | $5,472 +156.1% | $69,738 +7.8% |
| 2022 | $2,136 -44.3% | $64,680 +8.9% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 62535
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Maroa-Forsyth Grade SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 8/10Maroa-Forsyth Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 7.2 mi
- 7/10Maroa-Forsyth Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 7.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Maroa Forsyth Dist 2
Source: CIBR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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