401 Washington St
Benson, IL 61516
- 4 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 2,244 sqft
4 Beds
1.5 Baths
2,244 sqft
Local Information
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Description
OLD HOME CHARACTER everywhere in this house. Unique and ornate oak flooring on both levels, original wall mounted light fixtures, a beautiful open staircase, custom ceilings and charming baseboard. Huge living room, dining room w/custom ceiling & built-in bench/cabinet under window nook, main floor office or family room with a cozy breakfast area. Large enclosed front porch. Corner lot with alley access in back. New shingles & roof sheeting in 2023! Laundry is also on the main level, but not heated. As is sale as property is in an estate.
401 Washington St, Benson, IL 61516 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,244 sqft single-family home built in 1921. It last sold for $112,500 on Aug 5, 2024 (2% below the $115,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $151,400, with a rent estimate of $2,045/month.
Home Highlights
Parking
2 Parking Spaces
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago
Home Details for 401 Washington St
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MLS Status: Closed |
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Interior Details Basement: Unfinished,FullNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Eating Area, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 2244 Square Feet |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Wall Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability Access |
View No View |
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Parking & Garage No Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: On Site |
Frontage Not on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Septic Tank |
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Year Built Year Built: 1921 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Traditional |
Building Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New Construction |
Property Information Parcel Number: 0533128001 |
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Price List Price: $115,000 |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Fri Jun 28 2024Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow |
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Direction & Address City: BensonCommunity: Not Applicable |
School Information Elementary School: Sowers ElementaryElementary School District: 60Jr High / Middle School: Sowers ElementaryJr High / Middle School District: 60High School: Roanoke-Benson High SchoolHigh School District: 60 |
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Buyer Agent Buyer Company Name: Jewett Home Selling Team |
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Building Area Building Area: 3366 Square Feet |
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HOA Fee Includes: None |
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Lot Area: 10500 sqft |
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Special Conditions: None |
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Listing Terms: Conventional |
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Business Information Ownership: Fee Simple |
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BasementMls Number: 12030365 |
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Source Internet Consumer CommentSource Internet Entire Listing DisplaySource Internet Address DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: Yes |
Last check for updates: about 9 hours ago
Listed by Bryan Betts, (309) 275-3641
Mahaffey/Betts Realty
Bought with: Jill Millburg, ABR, (217) 720-3303, Century 21 Quest
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12030365

Price History for 401 Washington St
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 08/05/2024 | $112,500 | Sold | MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12030365 |
| 06/29/2024 | $115,000 | Contingent | MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12030365 |
| 05/29/2024 | $115,000 | PriceChange | MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12030365 |
| 04/25/2024 | $125,000 | PriceChange | MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12030365 |
| 04/16/2024 | $140,000 | Listed For Sale | MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12030365 |
Market trends in Benson
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Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2024 |
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| Tax | $1,375 |
| Assessment | $39,197 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 401 Washington St
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.16 | Single-Family Home | $65,000 | 11/21/25 | 5 | 2 | 2,016 | |
0.18 | Single-Family Home | $55,000 | 05/27/26 | 3 | 1 | 1,097 | |
0.22 | Single-Family Home | $217,000 | 09/29/25 | 3 | 2.5 | 1,500 | |
0.40 | Single-Family Home | $166,500 | 03/26/26 | 2 | 2 | 1,294 | |
5.07 | Single-Family Home | $250,000 | 03/02/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,936 | |
5.40 | Single-Family Home | $128,500 | 06/26/26 | 4 | 1.5 | 2,280 | |
5.09 | Single-Family Home | $289,500 | 10/27/25 | 4 | 3 | 3,138 | |
5.19 | Single-Family Home | $115,000 | 05/12/26 | 2 | 1 | 732 | |
5.14 | Single-Family Home | $320,000 | 11/14/25 | 3 | 2.5 | 3,400 | |
5.61 | Single-Family Home | $163,000 | 11/25/25 | 4 | 2 | 1,959 |
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100 % Say kids play outside
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100 % Say there's holiday spirit
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100 % Say car is needed
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75 % Say there are community events
50 % Say there's wildlife
50 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
33 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
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