charming and move in ready, this adorable two bed, one bath bungalow is packed with updates and character! Featuring a newer roof and updated electrical, this home offers peace of mind while maintaining its classic charm. Step inside to beautifully finished real hardwood floors and a spacious family room perfect for relaxing or entertaining guests. Situated on a shaded corner lot near the high school. The property also includes a one car garage and a full unfinished basement offering endless possibilities for storage, a workshop, or future additional living space. Whether you're a first-time buyer, downsizing, or looking for an investment opportunity, this home has so much to offer and just a few blocks from the High school. 200 AMP Square breaker box installed Feb 2026.
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$89,900
511 Lawrence St, Benton, IL 62812
2beds
1,080sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1977
3,500 Square Feet Lot
$88,500 Zestimate®
$83/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
One car garageShaded corner lotNewer roofUpdated electrical
- 33 days |
- 339 |
- 8 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
SABRINA HARMON 618-925-2917,
KELLER WILLIAMS PINNACLE
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12660428
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: No additional rooms
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X13
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 42 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X7
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X15
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 30 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X5
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 391 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X23
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,160
- Total interior livable area: 1,080 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Yes, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 3,500 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50x70
Details
- Parcel number: 0818431012
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1977
- Major remodel year: 2013
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Benton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $83/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $72,825
- Annual tax amount: $2,090
- Date on market: 5/29/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$88,500
$84,000 - $93,000
$899/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $89,900$83/sqft |
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| 6/8/2026 | Pending sale | $89,900$83/sqft |
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| 6/3/2026 | Contingent | $89,900$83/sqft |
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| 5/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $89,900$83/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,090 +5.6% | $24,275 +14% |
| 2023 | $1,979 +4.9% | $21,290 +10% |
| 2022 | $1,886 +7.8% | $19,355 +14% |
| 2021 | $1,749 | $16,980 -1.7% |
| 2020 | -- | $17,270 +2.5% |
| 2019 | $1,706 +0.7% | $16,855 -0.5% |
| 2018 | $1,694 +1.3% | $16,940 +1.6% |
| 2017 | $1,672 +6.3% | $16,680 +2.7% |
| 2016 | $1,573 | $16,245 +5.3% |
| 2015 | $1,573 | $15,430 -3% |
| 2014 | $1,573 +4.4% | $15,900 |
| 2013 | $1,508 | $15,900 |
| 2012 | $1,508 +3.2% | $15,900 +4% |
| 2011 | $1,461 | $15,290 -2.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $15,625 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 62812
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Benton Grade School 5-8Grades: 5-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 5/10Benton Cons High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.1 mi
- 4/10Benton Grade School K-4Grades: PK-4Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Benton Grade School K-8
- Middle: Benton Grade School K-8
- High: Benton Cons High School
- District: 47
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. 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
- Franklin County
- Benton
- 62812
- 511 Lawrence St
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