503 S 1st St, Benton, AR 72015
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FOR SALE
1.36 ACRES

503 S 1st St
Benton, AR 72015

  • 5 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 3,607 sqft (on 1.36 acres)

$529,000

Est. Mortgage $3,045/mo*
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$529,000

Est. Mortgage $3,045/mo*
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5 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,607 sqft
(on 1.36 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Description

The Bennett House - Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this stunning Folk Victorian home was built in 1904. 1.36 acres with a garage, shop, & garden! 5 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, a bonus and so much more! Grant eligible for additional updates if desired. Brand New Mini-splits upstairs! Historic features include the original front door, hardware, stained glass window, wood fish scale siding, wraparound porch, single hung and transom windows, original doors, knobs, staircase, flooring, a brick flu, cast iron sinks and bath tubs. Modern improvements include a fully remodeled kitchen and bathrooms, updated plumbing and electrical, spray foam-insulated attic, moisture barrier with fans & dehumidifiers in crawl space, Central HVAC upstairs, tankless water heater, lighting, sprinkler system, privacy fence, fresh paint, a grand 400-lb cast iron chandelier in the entry and a newly added fireplace. A Guide Book with the home’s rich history and full list of improvements is available on-site and in the documents section for agents. Don’t miss your chance to own this beautifully preserved and enhanced historic gem. ZONED MULTI-FAMILY SO IT COULD BE GREAT FOR AN INVESTMENT TOO!

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Patio
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$147
Listed
34 days ago

Home Details for 503 S 1st St

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: NoneNumber of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 3607 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Natural Gas ConnectedAppliances: Free-Standing Range, Gas Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Convection Oven, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water HeaterDishwasherDisposalLaundry: Washer Hookup,Gas Dryer Hookup,Electric Dryer Hookup,Laundry Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Woodburning-Site-BuiltHas a Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: Electric-Co-opGas: Gas-Natural
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Window TreatmentsFlooring: Wood, Tile, Sustainable Wood Floor
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoFloors: Wood, Tile, Sustainable Wood Floor
Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s), Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: Patio, Screened, PorchFencing: Full, WoodExterior: Storage, Rain Gutters, ShopFoundation: Crawl Space
Parking & Garage
Has a GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage,Two Car,Garage Door Opener,Garage Faces Side
Frontage
Road Surface Type: Paved
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Days on Market: 34

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1904
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Victorian
Building
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Spray Foam InsulationNot a New Construction

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $529,000Price Per Sqft: $147
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: BentonCommunity: ORIGINAL TOWN-BENTON
School Information
Elementary School: BentonJr High / Middle School: BentonHigh School: Benton

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 26022892

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 3607 Square Feet

HOA

No HOAHOA Fee: No HOA Fee

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1.36 Acres

Offer

Listing Terms: VA Loan, FHA, Conventional, Cash

Energy

Energy Efficiency Features: Insulation, Thermostat

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 26022892Attic: FlooredDays In Mls: 7
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Allison Scroggins, (501) 912-9295
Century 21 Parker & Scroggins Realty - Benton, (501) 316-4088
Source: CARMLS, MLS#26022892
Also Listed on CARMLS.

Market trends in Benton

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$247K
$7.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.2%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$152
$4MoM
Available listings
332
10MoM

Price History for 503 S 1st St

DatePriceEventSource
06/07/2026$529,000Listed For SaleCARMLS #26022892
06/06/2026$543,900ListingRemovedCARMLS #26008531
03/05/2026$543,900Listed For SaleCARMLS #26008524
02/24/2026$543,900ListingRemovedCARMLS #26003431
01/23/2026$543,900Listed For SaleCARMLS #26003431
01/10/2026$548,900ListingRemovedCARMLS #25040616
10/09/2025$548,900Listed For SaleCARMLS #25040616
10/06/2025$548,900ListingRemovedCARMLS #25026495
08/05/2025$548,900PriceChange
CARMLS #25026495
07/05/2025$549,900Listed For SaleCARMLS #25026495
03/08/2019$175,000Sold
CARMLS #19001273
01/11/2019$185,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/22/2018$195,900PriceChange
N/A
08/02/2018$200,000Listed For SaleN/A

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$2,101
Assessment$189,600
Home facts updated by county records

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226 S 1st St, Benton, AR
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$188,000
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$159,900
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What Locals Say about Benton

At least 295 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 94 % Say car is needed

  • 86 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 86 % Say parking is easy

  • 78 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 76 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 74 % Say kids play outside

  • 65 % Say it's quiet

  • 65 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 53 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 51 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 43 % Say there's wildlife

  • 42 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 39 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 22 % Say there are community events

  • 19 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 14 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

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    "Restaurants & stores are not too far to drive. Neighborhood is peaceful. The neighbors are great & everyone mind their business."
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  • Jennifer Powell
    "Commute is ok. Traffic isn’t as bad as larger cities. Normal traffic increases during rush hours otherwise it’s not bad. No buses/public transportation because it is a smaller city"
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  • Smithtk401
    "Great place to live as long as you follow the law. Police are really present which in my opinion is a good thing"
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  • Aprylelb
    "This is a Very safe and happy loving community. Amazing place to raise your family. Close to amenities and great parks "
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  • Lainna.henley
    "We have a legit hallmark town. Our downtown is booming with charm. Christmas is definitely something to see around here. "
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  • 2v4dhftd4z
    "Benton Arkansas is a city located in Benton County in the southwest part of the state. It serves as the county seat."
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  • Sarah Mcclafferty
    "Nice parks, but there are sometimes concerning folks hanging around at the park so you do have to pay attention. "
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  • Happydiva13
    "My neighborhood is safe and a good place for a family to live. It’s a quiet neighborhood with not too much activity. "
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    "Downtown Benton is thriving again. It's a safe and happy place to raise a family! I have been here my whole life and seen the community vibe fall to its lowest point. Watching hometown men and women pour their hearts, time, and endless effort to give us a fun, family friendly community has been heart warming. "
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    "I don’t think there is anything to dislike in our neighborhood regarding dog owners and dogs. Everyone greets and welcomes local pups and their owners."
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    "Yes. It’s a great neighborhood to walk dogs in. Lots of people walk their dogs and stroll their children. "
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    "I have been here since 2014 and I love it here the people here are very friendly and it’s just an nice environment for my sone to grow up "
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  • Don W.
    "Less than 30 minutes if I leave at the right time, closer to an hour if I hit the rush hour traffic. "
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  • Michael M.
    "Easy access to the interstate. Little Rock and Hot Springs less than an hour away. Downtown is close and easy to get to. "
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  • Blw5476
    "As large as the neighborhood is, everyone seems to be very nice and I feel it’s a safe neighborhood "
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    "The downtown area is having a revival! Third Thursday is a fun event where businesses on the square stay open late, food trucks show up, vendors from the farmers market, food trucks and even a jumpy house for kids! "
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  • Tina N. T.
    "Family safety, trust, and honesty are values we take pride in, when raising our kiddos to have high expectations for themselves and others, and treat people how they would like to be treated. "
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    "Great family feel. Lots of small business opportunities. Love living here. Local events are well publicised "
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  • Kgw1892
    "Some homes are well kept some not. Not all homes are same built very different close to school spillway"
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    "Quiet neighborhood....nice people...not kid friendly....too many homeless people walking the streets "
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  • Tam
    "Private vehicle only to LIttle Rock. Commute is busy, like any other sought after neighborhood. If you have any easy, breezy commute you may have to wonder if the area is desirable."
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  • Bcblair27
    "My neighborhood is easy to commute in but does not have public transportation. Even during rush hours it is not usually crowded."
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  • Crimsonangel11
    "drug filled neighborhood, didnt know when we moved in. some crazy people but some nice ones, also. neighbors lookout for each other. "
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  • Seximexi1977
    "quaint, quite, friendly, and most importantly safe. schools are great and so is the youth programs and sports. best move I ever made."
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  • Doris P.
    "Great neighborhood and close to shopping, restaurants and golf. Plenty of places to walk your dog and the streets are well lighted and maintained. "
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  • Kaylie_r2356
    "We usually have kid friendly activities all year around. Usually holiday related. Keeps the community social with one another. "
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  • Timothy M.
    "Lots of dogs around here. Can’t sleep at night because of them. Bark all night long. Hopefully someday I’ll get use to them"
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  • Gala
    "I have wonderful neighbors. The crime rate is very, very low. We have a view of the lake. The homes ate beautifully decorated during the holiday seasons. "
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    "Neighbors walk their dogs all the time here. You can see some neighbors drive their pets around in their cars. This is a great community and are very welcomed here. Neighbors are always here to help in anything"
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  • Jessicaharding 7.
    "It’s like living in the 90’s. The neighborhood kids play outside until it is dark and then go home...just like when I was a kid. It’s definitely nostalgic. Everyone is very friendly and neighborly. I would love to own a home here but it’s just mostly rental houses......very nice rental houses. Me and my husband are looking to buy though. Definitely a kid friendly neighborhood."
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    "It is very nice and I like it when I’m here everyone talks to u and u can see at night cause street lights "
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    "It sucks. Houses too close together. Panhandlers out in the street corners everyday. Excessive traffic in smaller community with roads not designed to handle that much traffic flow. Overpriced rental homes. "
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    "I feel very safe and comfortable in my neighborhood. I have lived in my house for 7 yrs and have had no trouble with neighbors. My neighbors across the street have been very kind and help keep an eye out on my home."
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  • Erin F.
    "great neighborhood. very quiet and friendly. All the neighbors are super sweet. if I moved back to Arkansas, Benton is where I'd go. "
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LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Allison Scroggins, Century 21 Parker & Scroggins Realty - Benton, (501) 316-4088
Agent Phone: (501) 912-9295
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503 S 1st St, Benton, AR 72015 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 3,607 sqft single-family home built in 1904. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by CARMLS on Jun 7, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 26022892.