261 High Forest Drive Carbondale, IL 62903
Listing Courtesy of: MLS LogoMidwest Real Estate Data as distributed by MLS GRID / Listed By: Rae Hanna, Coldwell Banker Dhh Realty

  261 High Forest Drive Carbondale, IL 62903

Active (63 Days)
$249,900 (USD)
5
BED
3
BATH
2,624
SQFT

Description

Tucked away on a quiet dead-end street, 261 High Forest Drive offers the kind of peaceful setting that's getting harder to find. This home is move in ready. This property is surrounded by nature and backing up to a serene creek, this property delivers privacy, space, and the calm atmosphere that originally made the seller fall in love with it. This spacious home features 5 bedrooms, giving you plenty of flexibility for family, guests, or even a home office setup. Inside, you'll find a cozy fireplace perfect for relaxing evenings, a formal dining room ideal for hosting gatherings, and a bright sunroom where you can enjoy views of the backyard year-round. Additional highlights include a large attic storage room, providing valuable space for seasonal items or long-term storage. If you've been searching for a property with 5 bedrooms, space and a peaceful setting, this one checks all the boxes. Check out the updated professional photos it has been professionally cleaned, had some rooms professionally painted and the front Landscapping has been freshened up for Spring.

MLS #:
12603217
Taxes
$6,068(2024)
Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1971
School District
140,165
County
Jackson County

Listed By

Rae Hanna, Coldwell Banker Dhh Realty
Source
Midwest Real Estate Data
Last checked Jun 4 2026 at 8:38 PM GMT+0000
Bathroom Details
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
Property Features
  • Fireplace: 1
Heating and Cooling
  • Electric
  • Central Air
Utility Information
  • Utilities: Water Source: Public
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
School Information
  • Elementary School: Unity Point Elementary School
  • Middle School: Unity Point Elementary School
  • High School: Carbondale Community High School
Parking
  • Attached
  • Garage
  • Yes
Living Area
  • 2,624 sqft

Listing Price History

Date
Event
Price
% Change
$ (+/-)
May 08, 2026
Price Changed
$249,900
-4%
-$10,099
Apr 21, 2026
Price Changed
$259,999
-2%
-$5,000
Apr 14, 2026
Price Changed
$264,999
0%
-$1
Apr 03, 2026
Listed
$265,000
-
-
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Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 6/4/2026 20:38. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.