601 S Forest St

1,248 Sq. Ft.
$115 / Sq. Ft.
1,248
Sq. Ft.
$115
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Ranch Home with Yard, Pool & Pole Barn is ready for you to move right into. Welcome to this inviting 3 bedroom, 1 bath ranch home located in the quiet community of Belle Rive, offering the charm of small-town living with easy access to Mt. Vernon and Continental Tire. Situated on an oversized lot, this property provides plenty of space for kids to play, hobbies, and outdoor fun. The fenced backyard offers privacy and features a covered patio—perfect for family gatherings and relaxing evenings. Enjoy...Ranch Home with Yard, Pool & Pole Barn is ready for you to move right into. Welcome to this inviting 3 bedroom, 1 bath ranch home located in the quiet community of Belle Rive, offering the charm of small-town living with easy access to Mt. Vernon and Continental Tire. Situated on an oversized lot, this property provides plenty of space for kids to play, hobbies, and outdoor fun. The fenced backyard offers privacy and features a covered patio—perfect for family gatherings and relaxing evenings. Enjoy summer days in the 27-foot pool (operational; may need a new liner), and take advantage of the included playset for hours of outdoor enjoyment. The oversized two-car garage provides ample room for vehicles, bikes, and storage. A 24 x 40 pole barn with concrete floor and electric adds incredible versatility for storage, projects, or recreational use. Recent updates include new flooring in the living room and hallway within the past year. This home offers comfort, space, and a location ideal for anyone looking to enjoy a peaceful setting while staying close to city conveniences.
  1. Listed by Hope • Keller Williams Pinnacle - MTV
    P: (618)-838-0508 C: (618)-838-0508 hopew2018@gmail.com

Property Details for 601 South Forest Street

Area
Belle Rive
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Heat/Fuel
Electric
Architectural Style
Ranch
LISTING UPDATED: 01/12/2026 06:59 PM

Property Details for 601 South Forest Street

StatusNew
MLS #100000522
Days on Market2
Taxes$2,984 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 1 Story / Detached Single
Year Built1972
Lot Size0.48 AC / 21,000 SF
CountyJefferson County

Location

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Building Information for 601 South Forest Street

Stories-Year Built1972Building Size-Lot Size0.48 AC / 21,000 SF

Payment Calculator

$950 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$702

Property Taxes

$249

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 601 South Forest Street

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School: OpdykeBRG
  • Jr High Middle School: OpdykeBRG
  • High School: MountVernH
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Gravel, Garage Door Opener, Attached, Garage, Deck, Garage Faces Front
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Basement Type: Crawl Space
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Basement Sq Ft: 0
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
  • Master Bath YN: No
  • Master Bedroom On Main YN: Yes
Exterior Features
  • Type: 1 Story
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
Property/Lot Information
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 51-60 Years
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Total Sq Ft: 1248
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 1248
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Main Sq Ft: 1248
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 150x140
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • General Information: None
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Property Attached: No
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 6
  • Photos Count: 32
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 13.7 x 12.4
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 13.0 x 11.4
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 10.5 x 10.6
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 20.0 x 10.0
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 13.7 x 12.5
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 23.3 x 15.0

Property History for 601 South Forest Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 12, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #100000522

$144,000
Nov 28, 2022

Closed

MRED #446662

$138,000
Nov 28, 2022

Closed

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB446662

$138,000
Nov 28, 2022

Withdrawn

MRED #446662

$139,000
Oct 16, 2022

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB446662

Oct 16, 2022

Pending

MRED #446662

Oct 16, 2022

Active Under Contract

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB446662

Oct 15, 2022

Listed (Active)

MRED #446662

$139,000
Oct 15, 2022

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB446662

$139,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/12/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #100000522

$144,000
11/28/2022

Closed

MRED #446662

$138,000
11/28/2022

Closed

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB446662

$138,000
11/28/2022

Withdrawn

MRED #446662

$139,000
10/16/2022

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB446662

10/16/2022

Pending

MRED #446662

10/16/2022

Active Under Contract

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB446662

10/15/2022

Listed (Active)

MRED #446662

$139,000
10/15/2022

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB446662

$139,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 601 South Forest Street

Taxable ValueLand$2,265Additions$47,861Total$50,126
Tax Record2023$2,780 ($232 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0StyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyJEFFERSONAPN12-27-490-002

Schools near 601 South Forest Street

This home is within Mt Vernon Twp Hsd 201 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Opdyke Attendance Center
PublicPK to 8

Mount Vernon High School
Public9 to 12

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601 South Forest Street is a single family home for sale in Belle Rive, IL 62810. This property was listed for sale on January 12, 2026 by Keller Williams Pinnacle - MTV, it's currently listed at $144,000. It has been on the market for a total of 2 days and was last sold on November 28, 2022. This listing's school districts are Opdyke-Belle-Rive Central Consolidated School District 5, Mt Vernon Twp Hsd 201 School District. Nearby schools include Opdyke Attendance Center and Mount Vernon High School. 601 South Forest Street is a 3-bed, 1-bath, 1,248 sqft single family home built in 1972.

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