96 E Benton St, Oswego, IL 60543
OFF MARKET

96 E Benton St
Oswego, IL 60543

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,352 sqft (on 0.28 acres)

$340,600

Trulia Estimate
as of May 23, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,444/mo*
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$340,600

Trulia Estimate
as of May 23, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,444/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
2 Baths
1,352 sqft
(on 0.28 acres)

Local Information

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Description

Picture a charming ranch-style home nestled in a thriving community. This inviting home boasts four cozy bedrooms, providing ample space for a growing family or hosting guests. With two well-appointed bathrooms, mornings and evenings are a breeze for everyone! Located within walking distance of growing Oswego, convenience becomes a way of life. You can easily stroll to local shops, cafes, or community events. The sizable yard offers endless possibilities for outdoor activities, whether it's hosting barbecues, creating a garden retreat, or simply enjoying some peaceful relaxation. Minutes to excellent Oswego schools, shops, restaurants and the riverfront! Come see this home before it is gone!
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from February 18, 2024

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 96 E Benton St

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: NoneNumber of Rooms: 7Types 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): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1352 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
No Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Accessibility: No Disability Access

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: DeckFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Asphalt,On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Off Street,Off Site,Owned,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1958
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: CedarNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 0317386016Model Home Type: RANCH

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $299,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Jan 18 2024Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Oswego
School Information
Elementary School: Southbury Elementary SchoolElementary School District: 308Jr High / Middle School: Thompson Junior High SchoolJr High / Middle School District: 308High School: Oswego High SchoolHigh School District: 308

Building

Building Details
Builder Model: RANCH
Building Area
Building Area: 1352 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.28 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 11935716Attic: UnfinishedActivation Date: Thu Dec 07 2023

Additional Information

CurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet PavedMRD SHARE WITH CLIENTS: Yes
Last check for updates: about 6 hours ago
Listed by Ron Donavon, (630) 740-5093
Keller Williams Inspire - Geneva
Bought with: Debra Brisolara, (630) 240-7407, RE/MAX Ultimate Professionals
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#11935716

Price History for 96 E Benton St

DatePriceEventSource
02/16/2024$305,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11935716
02/16/2024$299,900PendingMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11935716
01/18/2024$299,900ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11935716
01/16/2024$299,900PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11935716
12/18/2023$309,900PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11935716
12/07/2023$319,900Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11935716
09/11/2002$155,000Sold
N/A
04/01/1997$118,500Sold
N/A
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$5,453
Assessment$221,301
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 96 E Benton St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
131 Jackson St, Oswego, IL
0.22
Single-Family Home
$307,000
02/04/26
3
1.5
1,176
325 Douglas St, Oswego, IL
0.21
Single-Family Home
$288,000
08/05/25
3
2
1,380
105 Wilson Pl, Oswego, IL
0.08
Single-Family Home
$360,500
05/11/26
3
2.5
1,932
38 Ashlawn Ave, Oswego, IL
0.20
Single-Family Home
$336,000
12/22/25
2
2
1,487
26 E Van Buren St, Oswego, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$320,000
05/22/26
2
2
1,216
96 E Washington St, Oswego, IL
0.18
Single-Family Home
$315,000
09/12/25
3
1
1,920
177 Franklin St, Oswego, IL
0.32
Single-Family Home
$399,900
01/23/26
3
2
2,200
371 S Madison St, Oswego, IL
0.28
Single-Family Home
$445,000
05/01/26
4
3
2,242
40 Ashlawn Ave, Oswego, IL
0.21
Single-Family Home
$340,000
09/29/25
3
2.5
2,463

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Oswego

At least 264 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 93 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 92 % Say car is needed

  • 89 % Say parking is easy

  • 89 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 84 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 84 % Say kids play outside

  • 84 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 79 % Say it's quiet

  • 77 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 68 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 67 % Say there's wildlife

  • 62 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 57 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 44 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 41 % Say there are community events

  • 34 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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  • Jeni Rodriguez
    "Lots of people walking their dogs. Also there are Dog Disposal bags available in my neighborhood to use to pick up after your dogs. "
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  • Repjb
    "Great schools, good restaurant choices, plenty of home improvement stores. I asking distance to downtown river area. "
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  • Repjb
    "Great schools, safe nieghborhoods, close to restaurants, shopping, banks, everything a family would need"
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  • Repjb
    "Plenty of places to walk. Dog parks are close. A few places are dog friendly. Most people are respectful and clean up after their dogs. "
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  • Repjb
    "Thirty minutes in to Naperville at 7:30 am, 45-50 minutes home at 5:00 pm. No public transportation option"
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  • Wortham87
    "Great school system, a sense of community, parks are a walk away, great for dogs, just an overall great community. "
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  • Joelopz1207
    "I like the neighborhoods of Oswego. I have lived here for 2 years, the people are very friendly and polite."
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  • Chris M.
    "Everyone walks their dogs their. It’s a great place great neighborhood and everyone picks up their own poop."
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  • Jbaustin2008
    "We have a neighborhood end of the year and beginning of the year party, we have a lot of partys, we also have a lot of children being active."
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  • Miss.fatimagarcia
    "Every Sunday is the Farmers Market at the Library grounds. Usually during the summers there’s a music festival in the evenings for families."
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  • Mbj201
    "too much to mention....but mostly a community with all the amenities but a small town feel. Great intergenerational community too!"
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  • Michaeldecorejr
    "I’ve lived in Oswego for eight years and love it. Friendly pPeople that take care of their homes and look out for one another."
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  • Stacyvjb
    "Wonderful area to raise family. Safe environment. A gem in the heart of Oswego. Wine on the fox is great "
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  • Alex33hales
    "I have a very short commute to work, shopping and dining. My children have never been more than a few minutes from school; elementary, junior high and high school. "
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  • Beth B.
    "There is a diverse community with good schools, many parks and several community events throughout the year."
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  • Antonio V.
    "Super friendly neighbors in the River Run subdivision. Clean areas, clean parks, safe and very good school district. "
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  • Veronica
    "No public transport what so ever. Side streets are never plowed properly nor the sidewalks. Our children generally walk to school "
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  • Meg.capulong
    "Oswego is a growing community, and is full of young families. It’s a great place to have kids and raise a family. We have lived here for 6 years, and we plan on staying in the area until our children are grown and have gone through the school district. We have always felt very welcome and safe in this neighborhood. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I usually drive my personal or work vehicle downtown. It takes anywhere from one hour to one and a half hours depending on the time of day."
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  • Ryan S.
    "Lots of parades and festivals close to downtown. We are less than a mile from main street so it’s a lot of fun. "
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  • Alexis
    "My neighborhood is a nice quiet place to raise a family. They have a nice play ground and the kept yards and sidewalks allows for a mice stroll "
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  • Trulia User
    "Safe, walking distance to many amenities. Short drive for everything you may need. Need town administration to value growth to offer new opportunities to socialize and grow. "
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  • Ethel.cutrano
    "The Oswego Park district holds great family events such as 5K’s, children’s fairs and festivals. The local YMCA also has fun summer and winter events. "
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  • Ethel.cutrano
    "We live in a cul de sac and we used to have a yearly Halloween party. Those neighbors moved. We need to start that again. "
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  • Ethel.cutrano
    "Dog owners would like that there are long and pleasant walking trails throughout the subdivision. There are benches where you can sit and enjoy the scenery and friendly neighbors that keep a watch to keep our neighborhood safe."
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  • Alonsofamily
    "it's great to live quiet small town. love all the different people. people are friendly here and helpful"
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  • charlene C
    "I am simply 8 minutes from work. Transportation is ok, most likely need a car. Some areas you can walk close by. Retail along route 30 and route #34. Grocery, gas, parks, plenty to choose from within a mile. People friendly. Variety of age groups. Thanks "
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  • Charlene C. F.
    "I have lived here for three years...it seems to get friendlier and better each year passing. Nice to take a walk. Good neighbors. "
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  • Aguilar369eliza
    "I lived here for six years. I just wanted to say the rental price is ridiculous, we don’t even pay this much and we own the house. I don’t understand how this is even allowed."
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  • Kcwolf2000
    "Long drives to get to expressway. Takes 20 min to get to 55 or 88. Train to Chicago only 10 min away. Traffic to Naperville, open country roads to south and west."
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  • Kathy
    "waterside has a path around the lake it is a great place to walk dogs and there are open spaces as well very friendly people as well as a great place to observe birds "
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  • Urthanjiltwo
    "Nicely kept subdivision. Website for our subdivsions. People are friendly. Police was very nice and helpful."
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  • Melissa D.
    "This is a wonderful, family friendly neighborhood with great school and access to everything!!!! would never want to live anywhere else!"
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  • Dreamrose81
    "This is a well cared for neighborhood. It is friendly but quiet. Love the ability to take walks near a nature area. "
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  • Ddeltoro87
    "It’s a nice peaceful area. We have lived in a couple of the surrounding cities and this is by far the most beautiful are.”a."
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96 E Benton St, Oswego, IL 60543 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,352 sqft single-family home built in 1958. This property is not currently available for sale. 96 E Benton St was last sold on Feb 16, 2024 for $305,000 (2% higher than the asking price of $299,900). The current Trulia Estimate for 96 E Benton St is $340,600.