812 E  Benton St, Morris, IL 60450
FOR SALE

812 E Benton St
Morris, IL 60450

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 978 sqft

$125,000

Original price: $135,000
Est. Mortgage $895/mo*

$125,000

Original price: $135,000
Est. Mortgage $895/mo*
2 Beds
1 Bath
978 sqft

Local Information

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Description

Cozy ranch *very* close to downtown Morris, huge yard - just needs some TLC and you're good to go! This home is set back on one of the biggest lots on the street, with additional alley access. This house has recently been improved with a kitchen and bathroom refresh, but awaits your personal touch to make it a home! 2 beds, 1 bath could make a nice starter home, could be good for down-sizing, renting, or even to build bigger and better in a great location! Give it a look and see what you think!

Home Highlights

Parking
1 Parking Spaces
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$128
Listed
101 days ago

Home Details for 812 E Benton St

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Crawl SpaceNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 978 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Space HeaterNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Space Heater
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Accessibility: No Disability Access

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking Spaces: 1
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Days on Market: 101

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1935
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 0503331014

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $125,000Price Per Sqft: $128
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Morris
School Information
Elementary School: Morris Grade SchoolElementary School District: 54Jr High / Middle School: Morris Grade SchoolJr High / Middle School District: 54High School: Morris Community High SchoolHigh School District: 101

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 12555995

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: NoneHOA Fee: No HOA Fee

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7598 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12555995

Additional Information

Source Internet Consumer CommentSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD IDX Comments Reviews: YesMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD Address On VOW Display: YesMRD AVM On IDX Display: YesSource Internet Automated Valuation DisplayMRD Price History On IDX Display: YesMRD Market Time On IDX Display: YesMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address DisplayMRD Remarks On VOW Display: Yes
Last check for updates: about 8 hours ago
Listing courtesy of: Edward Pluchar, (815) 930-2279
1% Lists Real Estate Solutions
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12555995

Price History for 812 E Benton St

DatePriceEventSource
03/27/2026$125,000PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12555995
01/27/2026$135,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12555995

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Assigned Schools

These are the assigned schools for 812 E Benton St.
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What Locals Say about Morris

At least 165 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 90 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 87 % Say parking is easy

  • 84 % Say car is needed

  • 81 % Say kids play outside

  • 79 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 79 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 76 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 76 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 63 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 63 % Say it's quiet

  • 58 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 54 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 52 % Say there's wildlife

  • 52 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 42 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 29 % Say there are community events

Learn more about our methodology.
  • Trulia User
    " The fall festivals are probably the best men in the summer. You got the carnival at the races and everything’s close nearby."
  • Unspecified
    "Several people walk there dogs on a regular basis. Some neighborhoods don’t always have sidewalks, which I find strange. "
  • Alyssa W.
    "it is a friendly town to live in. The down town is beautiful to shop at. A lot of the business are all family owned."
  • Melsgotblues
    "We have a dog park that is well maintained. My neighborhood is full of dog walkers who clean up after their dogs. "
  • Megannejohnson383
    "People are always walking their dogs and pick up after them. There is rarely ever non-stop barking. The dogs are friendly as well as their owners"
  • Erin K.
    "Good area for families I was raised here always could walk down town from my home out by white oak elementary/ middle school, or walking anywhere like playing in the park never had any issues for safety "
  • Alyssa W.
    "You can walk your dogs around with no problems. A lot of the yards are fenced in so you can let your dog run free in the back yard."
  • Morris Resident
    "Lots of people walking dogs, multiple dog parks in Morris and lots of other places to take them. I have a small dog and we walk to the Illinois River all the time. The I&M canal trail is blocks from my house which is also great for walking the dog, taking a run, or a bike ride. "
  • Joe C.
    "There's always bands playing and plenty of bars Carson Tap House is the go to, great outside patio. "
  • Bikernave44
    "It’s a small area everyone looks out for each other. Good place to raise kids. Not far from shopping. "
  • Power2theppl 8.
    "the schools are decent. not great but not bad either. the taxes are ridiculously high. safe community for the most part. some drugs but not much violence. big drinking town tho. lots of bars and stores downtown "
  • Amanda W.
    "monthly car 3 shows cornfest county fair ground Saratoga school down town activities mom and pop stores"
  • Rek
    "There is a newer dog park available. Sidewalks everywhere to walk your pets safely. A lot of dog lovers in the neighborhood. "
  • Jroudis
    "They could walk their dogs anytime of day or night. Close to stores that sell products for dogs. Lots of others have dogs and they walk them regularly. "
  • milady g.
    "I love this town! It’s so calm and quiet! I it’s perfect for raising kids! I used to live in a toxic city (miami) and moving up here was the best decision ever! I never knew I would love a small town! "
  • milady g.
    "I love Morris! It’s very quite, calm, easy going. People seem friendly. It’s a small town filled with charm!"
  • Ashley h
    "My neighbor is decently small and easy to navigate. Safe climate and school environment. So safe that children could mostly walk to and from school without a worry "
  • Lori A. S.
    "I live in a area where there is older people. Maybe a couple houses with children, but not senior living old. Most of my neighbors still work 9-5 jobs. I love my neighborhood, I trust everyone here. There is no crime. "
  • milady g.
    "It’s very calm! Love it! Can see myself living here for a very long time!!! I’m loving the area! School are very close! "
  • Lindawilsterman
    "I lived here for 13 years and love it, the people are very nice and the neighborhood is pet friendly . The town is very nice to shop in too. No one bothers anyone either."
  • Steve s.
    "we have cruise nights downtown, cornfestival and historic downtown district. we have several 5k events to run and a nice towpath along the canal."
  • Paula M.
    "We have great public transportation, there are a lot of people walking all over town. I drive my private automobile "
  • Lyssarobida
    "Morris is great. small town. would be even better if morris could get a target or a chipolte or olive garden... "
  • Vancleave67
    "I've lived in this area most of my life and almost everyone knows my family around here. i love being able to go to all of the events in town and seeing people i know."
  • Maria M.
    "My neighborhood is your name because it’s really quiet has a lot of families and you can walk and go to the park I love the river by noon it’s peaceful"
  • AudSalt
    "I've lived here for 4 years and everyone knows each other and it's a safe feeling. Kids outside playing is a great thing to see. "
  • Shabona01
    "it's a small town atmosphere but bigger then you think. I live in downtown Morris for 10 years now, I'm 29 and lived in the city and also lived outside a town with a population of 73 in deep country Wisconsin. Morris has the mix of both and seems to be a great place to raise your kids. Morris has some fun events, okay schooling, history, great children sports, not too far from Chicago and Joliet, and clean. "
  • Pdfessler
    "close and local shopping. easy to notice friendly faces. lots of work opportunity in town or close by. "
  • Pauline P.
    "I've lived here for 14 years,it's quiet. couple blocks away from walking trails and river for fishing, boating. "

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812 E Benton St, Morris, IL 60450 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 978 sqft single-family home built in 1935. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MRED as distributed by MLS GRID on Jan 27, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 12555995.