$85,000
SOLD JUL 11, 2025

401 Election St Benton, IL 62812

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,600 Sq Ft
1927 Built

Recently Sold

$53 Per Sq Ft

6% Above List Price

17 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Corner Lot
  • Laundry Room
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Bungalow
  • Fenced

About This Home

As of July 2025

Welcome to this 3-bedroom, 1-bath bungalow, perfectly situated on a spacious corner lot. This home offers a warm and inviting atmosphere with a gas fireplace in the living area and a sun room that fills with natural light - ideal for relaxing. Enjoy outdoor living in the fully fenced yard, complete with a patio and garden area, perfect for your green thumb or hosting summer gatherings. One of the bedrooms features direct access to a screened-in porch, offering a private retreat to enjoy morning coffee or evening breezes. The insulated, dry basement provides ample storage and potential for future finishing. Recent updates include a newer roof and a sump pump added in 2023 for added peace of mind.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Andrea Baker

King City Property Brokers License #471021927 Listed on: 05/17/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Maggi Pumphrey

House 2 Home Realty Marion License #475.211175

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $744

Year Built

  • Built in 1927

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 66x120
  • Fenced
  • Corner Lot

Parking

  • Gravel Driveway

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Frame Construction
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,600 Sq Ft Home
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Window Egress
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Range with Range Hood
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Schools

  • Benton Elementary And Middle School
  • Benton Consolidated High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$744

Year Built

Built in 1927

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Bungalow
  • New Construction: No
  • Subdivision Name: None
  • Year Built: 1927
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Legal Description: SEC 18 TWP 06 RNG 03 W W MCFALLS 2ND ADD E 66' LOTS 1 & 4 BLK D & PT VAC ALLEY LYING NORTH
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood
  • Basement: Unfinished, Egress Window
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • LivingArea: 1600
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Frame
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Gravel

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Water Source: Public

Schools

  • Elementary School: Benton
  • High School: Benton Consolidated High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Benton

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 66x120

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 29

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 744.14
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior
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Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/11/2025 07/11/25 Sold $85,000 +6.3% $53 / Sq Ft
06/03/2025 06/03/25 Pending -- -- --
05/17/2025 05/17/25 For Sale $80,000 -- $50 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $689 $27,240 $4,995 $22,245
2023 -- $23,895 $4,380 $19,515
2022 $1,045 $21,720 $3,980 $17,740
2021 $825 $19,050 $3,490 $15,560
2020 $809 $19,375 $3,550 $15,825
2019 $801 $18,910 $3,465 $15,445
2018 $1,301 $19,005 $3,480 $15,525
2017 $1,275 $18,715 $3,425 $15,290
2016 $1,237 $18,225 $3,335 $14,890
2015 $1,171 $17,305 $3,165 $14,140
2014 $1,171 $17,835 $3,260 $14,575
2013 $1,122 $17,835 $3,260 $14,575
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: EB457995

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 08-18-329-006