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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by nature and backing up to a serene creek, this property delivers privacy, space, and the calm atmosphere that originally made the seller fall in love with it.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.
Property Highlights
Property Type: Residential - Single Family
Total Living Area SF: 2,624
Garage Size: 2
Attached Garage
Built in 1971
Elementary School: Unity Point Elementary School
High School: Carbondale Community High School
Middle School: Unity Point Elementary School
Brick Exterior
One Fireplace
General Information
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 3
Sqft: 2,624
County: Jackson
High School: Carbondale Community High School
Listed By:
Coldwell Banker DHH Realty
618-305-5950
MRED MLS
MLS ID: 12603217
Room Information
Bedroom 5: 11X9
Sitting Room: 19X11
Foyer: 6X7
Sun Room: 15X25
Bedroom 2: 11X9
Bedroom 3: 11X9
Bedroom 4: 11X9
Dining Room: 10X13
Kitchen: 13X15
Laundry: 7X5
Living Room: 13X21
Primary Bedroom: 10X29
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| Loan Type | 30 Year Fixed | FHA 30 Year Fixed | 15 Year Fixed |
| Purchase Price | $249,900 | $249,900 | $249,900 |
| Down Payment | $49,980 | $8,747 | $62,475 |
| Monthly Mortgage Amount | $1,231 | $1,511 | $1,544 |
| Taxes | $348 | $348 | $348 |
| Insurance | $100 | $100 | $100 |
| HOA/Dues/Fees | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Monthly Mortage Insurance | $0 | $110 | $0 |
| Monthly Estimated Total | $1,679 | $2,069 | $1,992 |
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