Welcome to this classic 1920s single-family home offering 1,456 square feet of living space with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms in the heart of Benton.This solidly built residence provides a functional layout ideal for everyday living or as a great investment/fixer-upper opportunity. Enjoy the convenience of a 1-car garage and a manageable lot in an established neighborhood close to local amenities, schools, shopping, and easy access to area highways.With its period character and solid bones, this home is ready for your personal touches—whether you’re looking for a starter home, a renovation project, or a solid rental property. Don’t miss the chance to own a piece of Benton history at an accessible price point.Schedule your private showing today and envision the possibilities!
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Listed by: Four Ways Realty • Al Lenkaitis • 618-297-0141
$118,000
1207 N Maple St, Benton, IL 62812
3beds
1,486sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
-- sqft lot
$117,300 Zestimate®
$79/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Period characterManageable lot
- 13 days
- 229
- 13
Likely to sell faster than
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Listed by:
Al Lenkaitis 618-297-0141,
Four Ways Realty
Source: MARIS,MLS#: 26060951
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Features
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,486
- Total interior livable area: 1,486 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,456
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Features
- Levels: One
Lot
- Features: City Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 0818129009
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Single Phase
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Community
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Benton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $79/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $83,370
- Annual tax amount: $2,386
- Date on market: 9/21/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 13 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,FHA 203(b),FHA 203(k),USDA Loan
Estimated market value
$117,300
$111,000 - $123,000
$1,221/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $118,000+60.5%$79/sqft |
Source:  MARIS #26060951 Report a problem | ||
| 3/25/2025 | Sold | $73,500-8.1%$49/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #EB456276 Report a problem | ||
| 1/20/2025 | Contingent | $80,000$54/sqft |
Source:  RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #EB456276 Report a problem | ||
| 1/13/2025 | Price change | $80,000-7%$54/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #EB456276 Report a problem | ||
| 12/23/2024 | Listed for sale | $86,000+32.3%$58/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #EB456276 Report a problem | ||
| 2/12/2024 | Contingent | $65,000$44/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #EB452078 Report a problem | ||
| 2/5/2024 | Listed for sale | $65,000-8.3%$44/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #EB452078 Report a problem | ||
| 12/30/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #EB449546 Report a problem | ||
| 10/10/2023 | Price change | $70,900-6.6%$48/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #EB449546 Report a problem | ||
| 9/16/2023 | Price change | $75,900-2.6%$51/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #EB449546 Report a problem | ||
| 9/1/2023 | Price change | $77,900-2.5%$52/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #EB449546 Report a problem | ||
| 8/15/2023 | Listed for sale | $79,900$54/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #EB449546 Report a problem | ||
| 8/11/2023 | Contingent | $79,900$54/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #EB449546 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2023 | Price change | $79,900-5.9%$54/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #EB449546 Report a problem | ||
| 6/29/2023 | Listed for sale | $84,900$57/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #EB449546 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,393 +5.6% | $27,790 +14% |
| 2023 | $2,266 +43.9% | $24,375 +10% |
| 2022 | $1,575 +13.8% | $22,160 +14% |
| 2021 | $1,384 | $19,440 -1.7% |
| 2020 | -- | $19,770 +2.4% |
| 2019 | $1,346 +0.5% | $19,300 -0.5% |
| 2018 | $1,340 +2% | $19,395 +1.5% |
| 2017 | $1,313 +8.7% | $19,100 +2.7% |
| 2016 | $1,208 | $18,600 +5.3% |
| 2015 | $1,208 | $17,665 -3% |
| 2014 | $1,208 +943.6% | $18,205 |
| 2013 | $116 | $18,205 |
| 2012 | $116 +5.2% | $18,205 +4% |
| 2011 | $110 | $17,505 -2.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $17,885 |
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Neighborhood: 62812
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Benton Dist 47
- Middle: Benton Dist 47
- High: Benton
Source: MARIS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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