601 E Smith St
Benton, IL 62812
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,320 sqft (on 0.48 acres)
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,320 sqft
(on 0.48 acres)
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1930
Lot Size
0.48 acres
Living Area
1,320 sqft
Price/Sqft
$120
About this House
This single-family home is located at 601 E Smith St, Benton, IL. 601 E Smith St is in Benton, IL and in ZIP code 62812. This property has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 1,320 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 0.44 acres and was built in 1930.
601 E Smith St, Benton, IL 62812 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,320 sqft single-family home built in 1930. It last sold for $132,000 on Nov 14, 2022. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $158,800, with a rent estimate of $1,022/month.
Home Details for 601 E Smith St
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Heating & Cooling Heating: GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Gas |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1 |
Interior Details Number of Rooms: 5 |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: OtherExterior: Composition |
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Year Built Year Built: 1930 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow |
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Lot Area: 0.48 acres |
Price History for 601 E Smith St
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 11/14/2022 | $132,000 | Sold | MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #EB446156 |
| 09/22/2022 | $132,000 | Contingent | RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #EB446156 |
| 09/08/2022 | $132,000 | Listed For Sale | RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #EB446156 |
| 03/10/2021 | $0 | ListingRemoved | Auction.com 2 |
| 01/12/2021 | $0 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 06/06/2020 | $0 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 03/18/2020 | $0 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 12/19/2018 | $94,543 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 09/20/2018 | $0 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 01/30/2015 | $119,900 | ListingRemoved | N/A |
| 11/22/2014 | $119,900 | Listed For Sale | N/A |
| 03/08/2014 | $20,500 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 11/06/2013 | $20,500 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 07/20/2013 | $22,600 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 06/12/2013 | $23,750 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 05/04/2013 | $25,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
Market trends in Benton
Last updated June 2026
Avg. sale price
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Sale-to-List Price
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Price per sq ft
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Available listings
27
5MoM
Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2024 |
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| Tax | $4,287 |
| Assessment | $149,370 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 601 E Smith St
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.28 | Single-Family Home | $144,000 | 11/26/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,300 | |
0.20 | Single-Family Home | $80,000 | 09/03/25 | 3 | 1 | 1,020 | |
0.37 | Single-Family Home | $136,900 | 07/13/26 | 3 | 1 | 1,200 | |
0.21 | Single-Family Home | $128,000 | 01/15/26 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,374 | |
0.45 | Single-Family Home | $130,000 | 02/24/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,392 | |
0.21 | Single-Family Home | $120,000 | 08/21/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,972 | |
0.39 | Single-Family Home | $68,000 | 09/18/25 | 2 | 1 | 1,500 | |
0.44 | Single-Family Home | $156,000 | 07/14/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,650 | |
0.38 | Single-Family Home | $117,000 | 11/19/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,232 | |
0.74 | Single-Family Home | $124,000 | 10/17/25 | 3 | 1 | 1,200 |
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What Locals Say about Benton
At least 26 Trulia users voted on each feature.
85 % Say yards are well-kept
85 % Say car is needed
83 % Say parking is easy
69 % Say there's holiday spirit
69 % Say it's dog friendly
65 % Say kids play outside
63 % Say people would walk alone at night
58 % Say there's wildlife
58 % Say there are sidewalks
57 % Say neighbors are friendly
57 % Say it's quiet
46 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
45 % Say streets are well-lit
45 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
40 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
36 % Say there are community events
Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
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Frequently asked questions about 601 E Smith St
- What is 601 E Smith St estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 601 E Smith St in Benton, IL is $158,800.
- What is the price history for 601 E Smith St?601 E Smith St in Benton, IL last sold for $132,000 in November 2022.
- Is Benton a buyer's or seller's market?Benton is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
- What do residents say about Benton?Residents describe Benton, IL as well-kept, easy to park in, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Benton, IL.
- Does 601 E Smith St have air conditioning?Yes, 601 E Smith St in Benton, IL has air conditioning.
- How big is the lot at 601 E Smith St?The lot at 601 E Smith St in Benton, IL is about 0.44 acres (19,166 sq ft).

