1322 Benton St

$274,900
Price
4
Beds
2,056 Sq. Ft.
$134 / Sq. Ft.
2,056
Sq. Ft.
$134
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Beautiful Historic 2 Story home located downtown Crete. Half block from Park District Park and pickle board courts Over 2000 ASQ of living space not including basement. 4 Bedrooms and 2 baths. As you enter the foyer, it opens into the living room and formal dining room. Wide plank hardwood flooring and Oak hardwood throughout the entire home . Kitchen, Living Room and Dining area floors recently restrained Eat in kitchen with large pantry. Full bath on main level and office or guest room. The second...Beautiful Historic 2 Story home located downtown Crete. Half block from Park District Park and pickle board courts Over 2000 ASQ of living space not including basement. 4 Bedrooms and 2 baths. As you enter the foyer, it opens into the living room and formal dining room. Wide plank hardwood flooring and Oak hardwood throughout the entire home . Kitchen, Living Room and Dining area floors recently restrained Eat in kitchen with large pantry. Full bath on main level and office or guest room. The second level features beautiful woodwork, 3 bedrooms, walk up attic and another full bath. Walk out basement. Modern lights and fans throughout most of home Mechanic's dream garage! Huge 40x40 garage that can hold 6 cars! Large workspace in back! Large, fenced yard, great for entertaining. Close to elementary school or enjoy 3 Parks located within minutes of the house. Plenty of storage and vintage charm! Owner up to five thousand in closing cost and selling as is. Needs some paint and minor decor updating including hardwood flooring touch up for bedrooms. Updated electric, roof and exterior siding. Plenty of side drive parking and HUGE 6 Car garage.

Property Details for 1322 Benton Street

Area
Crete
Township
Crete
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
6.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
6.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
None
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Hot Water/Steam, Radiator(s)
LISTING UPDATED: 11/30/2025 10:09 AM

Property Details for 1322 Benton Street

StatusContingent
MLS #12511229
Days on Market27
Taxes$6,545 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1904
Lot Size0.32 AC / 13,939 SF
CountyWill County

Location

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Building Information for 1322 Benton Street

Stories-Year Built1904Building Size-Lot Size0.32 AC / 13,939 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,904 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,358

Property Taxes

$545

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1322 Benton Street

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 201U
  • High School District: 201U
  • High School: Crete-Monee High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 201U
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Asphalt, Side Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: East
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
  • Num Of Rooms: 7
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Park
  • Basement Type: Unfinished, Cellar, Full, Walk-Out Access
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: None
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Basement Sq Ft: 1200
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Fenced, Chain Link
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 2056
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 2056
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 3256
  • Main Sq Ft: 1200
  • Upper Sq Ft: 856
  • Lot Description: Wooded, Backs to Trees/Woods
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 107X134
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Aluminum Siding
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • General Information: None
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Assessor Square Footage: 2056
  • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 1200
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional, FHA, VA
  • Public Document Count: 4
  • Document Date: 2025-11-24T21:18:36
  • Photos Count: 36
  • Rural: N
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 13X13
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 12X11
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 12X11
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 14X14
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 12X12
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 15X15
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 12X13

Property History for 1322 Benton Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 29, 2025

Contingent

MRED #12511229

Nov 4, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12511229

$274,900
Nov 1, 2025

Expired

MRED #12454622

$274,900
Aug 25, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12454622

$284,900
Feb 10, 2017

Sold

MRED #09410418

$140,000
Jan 21, 2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #589144369

$140,000

+0.9% / yr

Jan 4, 2017

Pending

MRED #09410418

Dec 28, 2016

Listed (Active)

MRED #09410418

$147,900
May 5, 2008

Sold

MRED #06759401

$129,900
Apr 14, 2008

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #240816339

$129,900

-19.1% / yr

Feb 26, 2008

Pending

MRED #06759401

Dec 30, 2007

Listed (Active)

MRED #06759401

$144,900
Oct 30, 2007

Cancelled

MRED #06554954

$140,000
Jun 17, 2007

Listed (Active)

MRED #06554954

$280,000
Mar 11, 2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #155235182

$250,000

+13.7% / yr

Aug 20, 2002

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100458769

$180,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/29/2025

Contingent

MRED #12511229

11/04/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12511229

$274,900
11/01/2025

Expired

MRED #12454622

$274,900
08/25/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12454622

$284,900
02/10/2017

Sold

MRED #09410418

$140,000
01/21/2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #589144369

$140,000

+0.9% / yr

01/04/2017

Pending

MRED #09410418

12/28/2016

Listed (Active)

MRED #09410418

$147,900
05/05/2008

Sold

MRED #06759401

$129,900
04/14/2008

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #240816339

$129,900

-19.1% / yr

02/26/2008

Pending

MRED #06759401

12/30/2007

Listed (Active)

MRED #06759401

$144,900
10/30/2007

Cancelled

MRED #06554954

$140,000
06/17/2007

Listed (Active)

MRED #06554954

$280,000
03/11/2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #155235182

$250,000

+13.7% / yr

08/20/2002

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100458769

$180,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1322 Benton Street

Taxable ValueLand$16,959Additions$53,434Total$70,393
Tax Record2024$6,545 ($545 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt2,056 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,056 SqFtStories2Lot Size13,939 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1904CountyWILLAPN23-15-08-423-005

Schools near 1322 Benton Street

This home is within Crete Monee Community Unit School District 201u.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Crete Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Crete-Monee Middle School
Public6 to 8

Crete-Monee High School
Public9 to 12

Coretta Scott King Magnet School
PublicK to 5

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