$225,000
SOLD FEB 9, 2026

601 1st St Benton, IL 62812

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,570 Sq Ft
43,560 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: February 9, 2026

$88 Per Sq Ft

83 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 1 Acre Lot
  • 5 Car Garage
  • Laundry Room
  • Corner Lot
  • Living Room
  • Bungalow

About This Home

As of February 2026

This beautiful 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home sits on a full acre corner lot and has everything you've been looking for! Enjoy a 2-car attached garage plus an impressive 3-car detached garage with a large heated and cooled shop - complete with a full bath! Inside, you'll love the open layout, walk-in closets, and a master suite featuring a walk-in shower. Two driveways offer convenient access and plenty of parking for guests, boats, or RVs. This one checks all the boxes - comfort, space, and endless possibilities!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kimberly Desett

Heavenly Homes Real Estate License #471022137 Listed on: 10/09/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

David McCollum

MCCOLLUM REAL ESTATE

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,012

Year Built

  • Built in 1977

Lot Details

  • 1 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 177x298x177x298
  • Corner Lot

Parking

  • 5 Car Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,570 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Basement Window Egress
  • Laundry Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Water Heater
  • Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,012

Year Built

Built in 1977

Lot Details

1 Acres

Parking

5

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Bungalow
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1977
  • Age: 41-50 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Legal Description: To follow on Deed
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: Egress Window
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • LivingArea: 2570
  • Other Equipment: Water Heater-Gas
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • MRD_MasterBathYN: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Frame
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 5
  • Parking Features: Yes, Attached, Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 5

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Electric, Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public

Green Features

  • GreenEnergyEfficient: Water Heater

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 1
  • Lot Dimensions: 177x298x177x298
  • Lot Size: 1.0-1.99 Acres

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 29
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 5012.2
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
02/09/2026 02/09/26 Sold $225,000 0.0% $88 / Sq Ft
01/02/2026 01/02/26 For Sale $225,000 0.0% $88 / Sq Ft
01/01/2026 01/01/26 For Sale $225,000 0.0% $88 / Sq Ft
12/31/2025 12/31/25 Pending -- -- --
10/09/2025 10/09/25 For Sale $225,000 -- $88 / 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 $5,012 $69,215 $15,795 $53,420
2023 $4,621 $60,715 $13,855 $46,860
2022 $4,307 $55,195 $12,595 $42,600
2021 $3,854 $48,420 $11,050 $37,370
2020 $3,866 $49,235 $11,235 $38,000
2019 $3,338 $48,055 $10,965 $37,090
2018 $3,299 $48,295 $11,020 $37,275
2017 $3,306 $47,555 $10,850 $36,705
2016 $3,336 $46,310 $10,565 $35,745
2015 $3,397 $43,980 $10,035 $33,945
2014 $3,397 $45,325 $10,340 $34,985
2013 $3,729 $45,325 $10,340 $34,985
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2026

    Kimberly Desett

    Heavenly Homes Real Estate

    (618) 435-0382

    102 in this area

    320 Total Sales

    Kimberly Desett
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    Buyer's Agent in 2026

    David McCollum

    MCCOLLUM REAL ESTATE

    (618) 435-5531

    98 in this area

    143 Total Sales

    David McCollum
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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: EB460063

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 08-19-137-001

Illinois Franklin County Benton 62812

601 1st St, Benton, IL

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