720 E Taylor St, Benton, IL 62812
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SOLD
JAN 15, 2026

720 E Taylor St
Benton, IL 62812

  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,374 sqft

$128,000

Last Sold: Jan 15, 2026
2% over list $125K
$93/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $885/mo*
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$128,000

Last Sold: Jan 15, 2026
2% over list $125K
$93/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $885/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,374 sqft

Local Information

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Description

Welcome home to this well-kept 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath property located right in the heart of Benton. Step inside to a large, inviting kitchen with plenty of room for cooking and gathering, flowing into a spacious living room perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Enjoy the outdoors with a generously sized backyard, offering space for kids, pets, gardening, or creating your dream outdoor setup.
720 E Taylor St, Benton, IL 62812 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,374 sqft single-family home built in 1918. It last sold for $128,000 on Jan 15, 2026 (2% above the $125,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $132,200, with a rent estimate of $1,216/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
No Info
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$93/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 720 E Taylor St

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,Egress WindowNumber of Rooms: 18Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1374 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Gas Water Heater
Heating & Cooling
Heating: ElectricHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,OtherHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Electric
Gas & Electric
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Accessibility: No Disability Access
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Foundation: Block
Parking & Garage
No Attached GarageParking: Gravel
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1918
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Bungalow
Building
Construction Materials: Frame, Aluminum SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 0817302013

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $125,000Price Per Sqft: $93/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Dec 01 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Benton

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6860 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: FHA

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: EB460620

Additional Information

Source Internet Consumer CommentSource Internet Automated Valuation DisplaySource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesSource Internet Address Display
Last check for updates: about 19 hours ago
Listed by Kimberly Desett, (618) 435-0382
Heavenly Homes Real Estate
Bought with: Kimberly Desett, (618) 435-0382, Heavenly Homes Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#EB460620

Price History for 720 E Taylor St

DatePriceEventSource
01/15/2026$128,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #EB460620
01/08/2026$125,000PendingMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #EB460620
01/06/2026$125,000ListingRemovedRMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #EB460620
01/03/2026$125,000PendingMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #EB460620
12/01/2025$125,000ContingentRMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #EB460620
11/30/2025$125,000Listed For SaleRMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #EB460620

Market trends in Benton

Last updated May 2026
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$1,848
Assessment$64,395
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 720 E Taylor St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
421 N 10th St, Benton, IL
0.14
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$150,000
07/18/25
2
1
1,050
301 N Stotlar St, Benton, IL
0.31
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$106,000
07/14/25
3
2
1,100
1103 Oliver St, Benton, IL
0.26
Single-Family Home
$130,000
02/24/26
3
2
1,392
602 Joplin St, Benton, IL
0.28
Single-Family Home
$120,000
08/21/25
3
2
1,972
1001 Glendale St, Benton, IL
0.43
Single-Family Home
$118,000
05/29/26
3
2
1,500
717 E Main St, Benton, IL
0.33
Single-Family Home
$144,000
11/26/25
3
2
1,300
207 N 7th St, Benton, IL
0.27
Single-Family Home
$80,000
09/03/25
3
1
1,020
800 N Buchanan St, Benton, IL
0.54
Single-Family Home
$120,000
09/04/25
3
2
1,152
1013 Kirkpatrick St, Benton, IL
0.35
Single-Family Home
$102,900
07/18/25
4
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

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