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$20,000

Monthly Est:$100

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    1 Bath
  • Beds Icon1,140sqft

406 S Forest Ave, Carbondale, IL 62901

$100/moEst:

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  • Single Family Residence

  • Built in 1930

  • $-- HOA

  • -- sqft lot

  • $18/sq.ft

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.

  • Houzeo last checked: 12 hours ago
  • Listing updated: October 7, 2026 at 2:37 pm
  • Listing Provided by: Ashley Herd (618) 253-9381 | RE/MAX REALTY CENTRAL (618) 457-4663
  • Source: MRED MLS-IL | MLS#: 12771638 MRED MLS-IL

Property Details

  • Status

    Active

  • Type

    Single Family Residence

  • No. of Stories

    -

  • County

    Jackson County

  • City

    Carbondale

  • Neighborhood

    --

  • Year Built

    1930

  • HOA Fees

    -

  • Finished Area

    1,140 sqft

  • Lot Size

    -- sqft lot

  • Basement Area

    - sqft

  • MLS Name

    MRED MLS

  • MLS Number

    12771638

  • MLS Status

    New

  • Days on Market

    1

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Location

Facts & Features

Rooms

  • Bedrooms & bathrooms

    Bedrooms: 3

    Bathroom: 1

  • Bedroom 2

    Level: Main

    Area: 120.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 12X10

  • Bedroom 3

    Level: Main

    Area: 110.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 11X10

  • Dining Room

    Level: Main

    Area: -- Square Feet

    Dimensions: COMBO

  • Kitchen

    Level: Main

    Area: 99.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 11X9

  • Living Room

    Level: Main

    Area: 182.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 14X13

  • Master Bedroom

    Level: Main

    Area: 168.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 14X12

Interior

  • Cooling

    Central Air

  • Heating

    Natural Gas

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

Construction

  • Year Built

    Year Built: 1930

  • Home type

    Single Family Residence

  • Construction Materials

    Frame, Wood Siding

Utilities & Energy

  • Basement

    Crawl Space

  • Water Source

    Public

  • Parking Features

    Yes, Detached, Garage

Price History

DateEventPrice

10/06/2026

Source: mls_logoMRED MLS-IL #MRD12771638

Listed for Sale

$20,000

$18/sqft

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