Discover a rare opportunity to enjoy the beauty and tranquility of a private wooded lake setting while remaining within Belleville city limits! Tucked away at the end of a cul-de-sac and accessed by a short private driveway, this unique property overlooks a picturesque two acre lake surrounded by mature trees, creating a peaceful retreat that feels worlds away from the everyday.
The thoughtfully designed main level offers multiple living spaces and inviting views of the natural surroundings. The living room opens to a side porch, while the spacious separate dining room provides an ideal setting for gatherings. The large eat in kitchen features updated appliances and direct access to a large deck, perfect for outdoor dining or simply enjoying the serene setting. The adjacent comfortable and spacious family room with a fireplace leads to a screened and covered porch overlooking the lake, offering a wonderful place to relax in any season. A separate laundry room is conveniently located off the kitchen and near the attached two-car garage.
Upstairs, the expansive primary suite offers a private sitting area, a walk-in closet and a full bath with a separate water closet. Two additional bedrooms share a full bathroom, while a versatile bonus room with a closet and skylights provides flexibility for a home office, hobby room or additional living space.
Outdoor living is truly a highlight, with multiple decks positioned along three sides of the home to take advantage of the wooded views and peaceful lake setting. A small fenced area provides space for pets, while the walk out lower level opens to a patio with a hot tub which is negotiable. Inside, the lower level of the home offers additional finished living space with a second fireplace, abundant storage and plumbing already in place for a future bathroom.
With its distinctive combination of privacy, natural beauty, generous living spaces and convenient in-town location, this property offers a lifestyle that is difficult to find. Enjoy the feeling of a secluded lakeside retreat with the convenience of being right here in Belleville!
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Listed by: Coldwell Banker Brown Realtors • Emily C Westerheide • 618-972-1664
$419,900
17 Forestview Ct, Belleville, IL 62220
3beds
3,545sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1983
1.12 Acres Lot
$378,800 Zestimate®
$118/sqft
$8/mo HOA
What's special
Two additional bedroomsAttached two-car garageSpacious separate dining roomSurrounded by mature treesShort private drivewayMultiple living spacesAbundant storage
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Listed by:
Emily C Westerheide 618-972-1664,
Coldwell Banker Brown Realtors
Source: MARIS,MLS#: 26068593
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Electric, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl, Tile
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full,Storage Space,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Basement, Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,545
- Total interior livable area: 3,545 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,754
- Finished area below ground: 791
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Gravel
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Patio, Screened, Side Porch
- Fencing: Partial
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, Lake, Lake Front, Lake Privileges
Lot
- Size: 1.12 Acres
- Features: Cul-De-Sac, Waterfront, Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 0833.0101056
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary,Modern,Split Level
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1983
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Ameren
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Lake Forest
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Lake
- HOA fee: $100 annually
- HOA name: Fifth Addition Lake Forest Estates
Location
- Region: Belleville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $118/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $97,789
- Annual tax amount: $8,412
- Date on market: 11/1/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Private
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Aggregate
Estimated market value
$378,800
$348,000 - $409,000
$2,372/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $419,900+77.5%$118/sqft |
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| 6/18/2015 | Sold | $236,500-3.5%$67/sqft |
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| 5/16/2015 | Pending sale | $245,000$69/sqft |
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| 4/28/2015 | Listed for sale | $245,000-2%$69/sqft |
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| 11/2/2013 | Listing removed | $250,000$71/sqft |
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| 9/25/2013 | Price change | $250,000-2%$71/sqft |
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| 8/7/2013 | Listed for sale | $255,000-5.5%$72/sqft |
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| 2/6/2013 | Listed for sale | $269,900-1.1%$76/sqft |
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| 11/19/2012 | Listing removed | $273,000$77/sqft |
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| 8/28/2012 | Price change | $273,000-0.7%$77/sqft |
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| 5/19/2012 | Listed for sale | $275,000$78/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8,072 +7.4% | $97,789 +13.6% |
| 2023 | $7,519 +9.9% | $86,099 +11.1% |
| 2022 | $6,844 +4.6% | $77,511 +8.2% |
| 2021 | $6,546 +3.3% | $71,656 +4.4% |
| 2020 | $6,337 -0.6% | $68,623 +1.6% |
| 2019 | $6,376 +2.5% | $67,542 +2.2% |
| 2018 | $6,221 -0.6% | $66,082 +0.7% |
| 2017 | $6,257 | $65,617 +2.2% |
| 2016 | $6,257 +36.5% | $64,224 +8.8% |
| 2014 | $4,583 +0.2% | $59,056 -1.4% |
| 2013 | $4,572 | $59,901 -3.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $61,996 -2.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $63,781 -1.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $64,943 -8.5% |
| 2009 | -- | $70,979 +2.3% |
| 2008 | -- | $69,390 +10.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $62,637 -2.7% |
| 2005 | $4,813 +8.2% | $64,406 +7.2% |
| 2004 | $4,446 | $60,069 +6.5% |
| 2003 | -- | $56,429 -17.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $68,708 +4.8% |
| 2001 | -- | $65,580 +3% |
| 2000 | -- | $63,682 |
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Neighborhood: 62220
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Belleville Dist 118
- Middle: Belleville Dist 118
- High: Belleville High School-West
Source: MARIS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.






