$145,500
SOLD JUN 27, 2025

701 Forrest St Benton, IL 62812

5 Beds
2 Baths
1,800 Sq Ft
1930 Built

Recently Sold

$81 Per Sq Ft

8% Above List Price

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Corner Lot
  • Central Air
  • Heating Available
  • In-Law or Guest Suite

About This Home

As of June 2025

Discover the perfect haven for your growing family! This charming 5-bedroom, 2 bath residence is situated in a sought-after neighborhood here in Benton. Enjoy the beautifully landscaped yard, ideal for outdoor activities and relaxation. This home has been updated most recently with a newer hot water heater, new windows and central air and heat. Don't miss the chance to make this beautiful house your forever home and experience the perfect blend of space, comfort, and community!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Allison Gerner

MCCOLLUM REAL ESTATE Brokerage Phone: 618-435-5531 License #475213242 Listed on: 05/12/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Terrie Morris

MCCOLLUM REAL ESTATE License #475130847

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,458

Year Built

  • Built in 1930

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 118x121
  • Corner Lot
  • Level Lot

Home Design

  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,800 Sq Ft Home
  • Crawl Space
  • Range

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Schools

  • Benton Elementary And Middle School
  • Benton Consolidated High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0819278001

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,458

Year Built

Built in 1930

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Unit Levels: One and One Half
  • New Construction: No
  • Attribution Contact: Phone: 618-435-5531
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Interior Amenities: In-Law Floorplan
  • Living Area: 1800
  • KitchenDining: Dining Informal,Eat-In Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Construction Type: Frame, Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Roof: Shingle
  • 100YearPlain: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Yn: No
  • Parking Features: Other

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Electric
  • Water Source: Public Sewer, Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Size: 118x121
  • Parcel #: 0819278001

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1457.6
  • TaxExemptions: Homestead/Owner Occupied,Senior Homestead

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/27/2025 06/27/25 Sold $145,500 +7.8% $81 / Sq Ft
05/16/2025 05/16/25 Pending -- -- --
05/12/2025 05/12/25 For Sale $135,000 -- $75 / Sq Ft
Source: RMLS Alliance

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $1,350 $37,505 $3,410 $34,095
2023 $1,458 $32,900 $2,990 $29,910
2022 $1,528 $29,910 $2,720 $27,190
2021 $2,084 $26,235 $2,385 $23,850
2020 $2,091 $26,680 $2,425 $24,255
2019 $2,028 $26,040 $2,365 $23,675
2018 $2,017 $26,170 $2,375 $23,795
2017 $1,982 $25,770 $2,340 $23,430
2016 $1,932 $25,100 $2,280 $22,820
2015 $1,837 $23,835 $2,165 $21,670
2014 $1,837 $24,565 $2,230 $22,335
2013 $1,760 $24,565 $2,230 $22,335
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Allison Gerner

    MCCOLLUM REAL ESTATE

    (618) 927-5214

    10 in this area

    19 Total Sales

    Allison Gerner
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  • Terrie Morris

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Terrie Morris

    MCCOLLUM REAL ESTATE

    (618) 927-5531

    62 in this area

    167 Total Sales

    Terrie Morris
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Map

Source: RMLS Alliance

MLS Number: EB457893

RMLS Alliance

APN: 08-19-278-001

Illinois Franklin County Benton 62812

701 Forrest St, Benton, IL

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