Built in 1910, this Granite City home at 1911 Benton St. is packed with potential. With 5–6 bedrooms, it’s a blank canvas ready for your vision. Investors: this is the ideal Fall/Winter renovation project. The solid structure gives you the foundation—you bring the updates and creativity. Picture a co-living conversion, a modern wealth-building strategy that meets the demand for affordable housing. Granite City’s low property taxes and steady rental demand make this a smart buy with long-term upside. Large homes like this are rare, and forward-thinkers will recognize the chance to create strong cash flow and long-term value. With the right updates, ROI can be significant, tapping into both rental income and property appreciation. Opportunities like this don’t come often—don’t let it pass you by. For end users: if you’ve been searching for true space, here it is. With 5–6 bedrooms, this home can comfortably accommodate a large or multi-generational family. Imagine everyone having their own room while still enjoying the warmth of gathering together. Add your updates, your finishes, your vision—and create a home that reflects your family’s needs and lifestyle. Whether you’re renovating to rent, repositioning for profit, or moving in to make it your own, this property delivers options and opportunity. Property is being sold “as is.” Buyer to verify all facts, figures, and zoning uses prior to closing.
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Listed by: Elevate Illinois Realty • Tamika G Evans • Contact: 314-384-2440
Bought with: Elevate Illinois Realty
$40,000
1911 Benton St, Granite City, IL 62040
6beds
1,553sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1910
6,250 Square Feet Lot
$53,900 Zestimate®
$26/sqft
$1,856 Estimated rent
Home value
$53,900
$39,000 - $72,000
$1,856/mo
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Listed by:
Tamika G Evans 314-384-2440,
Elevate Illinois Realty
Bought with:
Tamika G Evans, 471.022378
Elevate Illinois Realty
Source: MARIS,MLS#: 25063797
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom 5
- Level: Third
Bonus room
- Level: Third
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Entrance Foyer, Storage
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Bay Window(s), Insulated Windows, Screens
- Basement: Concrete,Full,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,553
- Total interior livable area: 1,553 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,553
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Additional Parking, Covered, Detached, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Gravel, Off Street, On Street, Outside, Oversized
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Exterior features: Garden, Private Yard
- Frontage length: 53
Lot
- Size: 6,250 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 54 x 126 x 53 x 126
- Features: Back Yard, City Lot, Corner Lot, Few Trees, Front Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 222192408201012
- Special conditions: Listing As Is
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Plaster, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- Fixer
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Ameren
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Water Available, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Public Bus
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Granite City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $26/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $48,060
- Annual tax amount: $438
- Date on market: 9/24/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 225 days
- Listing terms: 1031 Exchange,Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Private
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/30/2026 | Listing removed | $1,275$1/sqft |
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| 5/27/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,275$1/sqft |
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| 5/21/2026 | Sold | $40,000-33.2%$26/sqft |
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| 5/12/2026 | Pending sale | $59,900$39/sqft |
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| 3/2/2026 | Price change | $59,900-7.7%$39/sqft |
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| 1/8/2026 | Price change | $64,900-7.2%$42/sqft |
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| 11/13/2025 | Price change | $69,900-13.7%$45/sqft |
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| 9/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $81,000$52/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $438 | $16,020 +10.9% |
| 2023 | -- | $14,440 +9.1% |
| 2022 | -- | $13,230 +6.7% |
| 2021 | -- | $12,400 +4.7% |
| 2020 | -- | $11,840 +5.5% |
| 2019 | -- | $11,220 +3% |
| 2018 | -- | $10,890 |
| 2017 | -- | $10,890 -3.5% |
| 2016 | -- | $11,290 |
| 2015 | -- | $11,290 |
| 2014 | -- | $11,290 |
| 2013 | -- | $11,290 +1.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $11,150 -8.5% |
| 2011 | -- | $12,190 |
| 2010 | -- | $12,190 |
| 2009 | -- | $12,190 -4% |
| 2007 | -- | $12,700 +5.7% |
| 2005 | -- | $12,010 +9.9% |
| 2004 | $81 -27.7% | $10,930 +50.8% |
| 2003 | $112 -21.5% | $7,250 +4.9% |
| 2002 | $143 | $6,910 +5.7% |
| 2001 | -- | $6,540 +3.2% |
| 2000 | $149 | $6,340 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 62040
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAPrather Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-KDistance: 0.8 mi
- 2/10Coolidge Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 2 mi
- 2/10Granite City High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Granite City Dist 9
- Middle: Granite City Dist 9
- High: Granite City
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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