406 S Forest Avenue, Carbondale, IL 62901

Carbondale
Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Connections
406 S Forest Avenue,Carbondale, IL 62901
$20,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Baths
  • 1,140 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by: ashley herd
Office: re/max realty central
MLS#:12771638
Source:MLSNI

Price summary

  • Price:$20,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$17.54

About this home

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...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1930
  • Listing ID #:12771638
  • Updated:October 07, 2026 at 03:44 PM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:3
  • Total bathrooms:1
  • Full bathrooms:1
  • Rooms Total:6
  • Dining Description:Combined With Living Room
  • Living area:1,140 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Central Air
  • Heating:Natural Gas
  • Central air:Yes

Structure and exterior

  • Year built:1930
  • Building area:1,140 sq. ft.
  • Levels:1 Story

Schools

  • High school:Carbondale Community High School

Utilities

  • Water:Public
  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$20,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$17.54
  • Tax amount:$2,068 (2025)

Parking

  • Total parking spaces:4
  • Parking description:Detached Garage, Garage
  • Garage:Yes
  • Garage spaces:1
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