Welcome to this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath bungalow offering 1,576 sq. ft. of living space with a large bonus space over the garage in the heart of Mount Olive. Built in 1930 and thoughtfully updated, this home blends timeless character with today’s comfort and convenience.
Step inside to find a spacious living room with, a bright and open kitchen, and a main-level den that’s perfect for a home office or reading nook. The main floor also includes a comfortable bedroom, a full bathroom, and a convenient laundry room. Upstairs, you’ll find two additional bedrooms and a second full bath, creating a private retreat for family or guests.
The home sits on a .32-acre lot (100x140), giving you plenty of outdoor space to enjoy. An unfinished basement with a sump pump offers excellent storage or potential for future finishing.
Car enthusiasts and hobbyists will love the 3-car garage, which goes far beyond standard parking. The garage has been plumbed for a bathroom, and its partially finished second floor makes an ideal rec room, office, or creative space — with plumbing already roughed in for an additional bathroom upstairs. This versatile setup gives you room to expand and customize to your lifestyle.
With central air, gas heating, and public utilities, you’ll enjoy both efficiency and peace of mind. Located in the Mount Olive School District, this property is move-in ready and waiting for its next chapter.
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Listed by: Cisler & Associates Real Estate • David A Cisler • Contact: 618-781-1745
Price cut: $10K (7/6)
$225,000
500 Benton St, Mount Olive, IL 62069
3beds
1,576sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
0.32 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$143/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Comfortable bedroomBright and open kitchenPlenty of outdoor spaceMain-level denConvenient laundry room
- 248 days |
- 643 |
- 44 |
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Listed by:
David A Cisler 618-781-1745,
Cisler & Associates Real Estate,
Matthew Cisler 618-946-7770,
Cisler & Associates Real Estate
Source: MARIS,MLS#: 25061635
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Main
- Area: 150
- Dimensions: 15x10
Bedroom 2
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Second
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 12x13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Second
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 12x13
Bathroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
- Area: 63
- Dimensions: 9x7
Bathroom 2
- Features: Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
- Area: 56
- Dimensions: 8x7
Den
- Features: Floor Covering: Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Level: Main
- Area: 80
- Dimensions: 8x10
Kitchen
- Features: Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
- Area: 225
- Dimensions: 15x15
Laundry
- Features: Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
- Area: 49
- Dimensions: 7x7
Living room
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Main
- Area: 225
- Dimensions: 15x15
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Basement: Sump Pump,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,576
- Total interior livable area: 1,576 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,576
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio, Porch
Lot
- Size: 0.32 Acres
- Dimensions: 100 x 140
Details
- Parcel number: 0200253301
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
Condition
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Not In A Subdivision
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Mount Olive
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $143/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $87,966
- Annual tax amount: $4,163
- Date on market: 9/23/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 249 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/6/2026 | Price change | $225,000-4.3%$143/sqft |
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| 6/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $235,000$149/sqft |
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| 5/31/2026 | Listing removed | $235,000$149/sqft |
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| 4/30/2026 | Price change | $235,000-2%$149/sqft |
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| 3/20/2026 | Price change | $239,900-1.2%$152/sqft |
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| 2/4/2026 | Price change | $242,900-0.8%$154/sqft |
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| 12/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $244,900$155/sqft |
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| 11/19/2025 | Contingent | $244,900$155/sqft |
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| 10/22/2025 | Price change | $244,900-2%$155/sqft |
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| 9/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $249,900+296.7%$159/sqft |
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| 6/23/2016 | Listing removed | $63,000$40/sqft |
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| 6/23/2016 | Pending sale | $63,000$40/sqft |
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| 5/24/2016 | Listed for sale | $63,000+215%$40/sqft |
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| 12/2/2015 | Listing removed | $20,000$13/sqft |
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| 11/17/2015 | Pending sale | $20,000$13/sqft |
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| 11/3/2015 | Price change | $20,000-14.1%$13/sqft |
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| 10/26/2015 | Price change | $23,283-5.6%$15/sqft |
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| 9/21/2015 | Price change | $24,652-5.3%$16/sqft |
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| 9/15/2015 | Price change | $26,021+420.4%$17/sqft |
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| 9/9/2015 | Price change | $5,000-80.8%$3/sqft |
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| 9/8/2015 | Price change | $26,021+478.2%$17/sqft |
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| 7/29/2015 | Listed for sale | -- |
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| 5/31/2013 | Sold | $4,500$3/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,080 +1085.7% | $29,322 +1263.8% |
| 2023 | $175 +4.3% | $2,150 +7% |
| 2022 | $168 +2.6% | $2,009 +7% |
| 2021 | $164 +2.3% | $1,878 +6% |
| 2020 | $160 +0.6% | $1,772 |
| 2019 | $159 | $1,772 +3% |
| 2018 | $159 +2.1% | $1,720 +5.3% |
| 2017 | $156 +2.3% | $1,633 |
| 2016 | $152 +0.2% | $1,633 |
| 2015 | $152 | $1,633 |
| 2014 | $152 +0.6% | $1,633 -7.9% |
| 2013 | $151 +1.4% | $1,773 -1% |
| 2012 | $149 +6.4% | $1,791 |
| 2011 | $140 -7.4% | $1,791 -92.5% |
| 2010 | $151 | $23,736 |
| 2009 | -- | $23,736 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 62069
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Mt Olive Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 1 mi
- 10/10Mt Olive High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Mount Olive Dist 5
- Middle: Mount Olive Dist 5
- High: Mt Olive Community High School
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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- Illinois
- Macoupin County
- Mount Olive
- 62069
- 500 Benton St





