406 Forest Avenue, Carbondale, Illinois 62901


$20,000

For Sale
Status: Active
Sqft: 1,140
Cost/Sqft: $18
Beds: 3
Baths: 1
Year Built: 1930
Property Taxes: $2,068
Days On Market: 17
Lot Size: 0,00
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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.

Property Specifics

Single Family
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1930
Crawl Space
Frame, Wood Siding
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No
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Jackson
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— / Not Applicable
None
Public
Public Sewer
Central Air
Natural Gas
12771638
1521156022

Nearby Schools

NAME: DISTRICT: DISTANCE:
High School
Carbondale Community High School
165 Not in DB

Property History

DATE: EVENT: PRICE: SOURCE:
5 Oct, 2026 Listed for sale $20,000 MRED MLS

Room Specifics

All Bedroom Info:
Total Bedrooms: 3
Bedrooms Above Ground: 3
Bedrooms Below Ground: 0
Master Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: 14X12
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: —
Second Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: 12X10
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: —
Third Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: 11X10
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: —
Bathroom Info:
Full Bathrooms: 1
Partial Bathrooms: 0
Bathroom Amenities: —
Bathroom in Basement: 0
Dining Room Info:
Dimensions: COMBO
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: —
Kitchen Info:
Dimensions: 11X9
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: —
Living Room Info:
Dimensions: 14X13
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Additional Rooms Info:
Rooms: No additional rooms
Basement: Crawl Space

Other Specifics

0
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Off Site, Garage
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55x107
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None
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Not in DB
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Tax History

Year Property Taxes
2026 $2,068

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