302 W 6th St

Benton, IL 62812

$139,900
Price
3
Beds
1,655 Sq. Ft.
$85 / Sq. Ft.
1,655
Sq. Ft.
$85
per Sq. Ft.
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Contingent
Contingent

Description

Charming all-brick bungalow located on a beautifully landscaped corner lot in a desirable neighborhood! This spacious home offers the perfect blend of character and functionality, featuring 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, an office space, gorgeous hardwood floors, a large living room, and a formal dining room ideal for gatherings. The finished basement provides incredible additional living space with a cozy family room, second kitchen, and third bedroom-perfect for guests, extended living, or hobby space....Charming all-brick bungalow located on a beautifully landscaped corner lot in a desirable neighborhood! This spacious home offers the perfect blend of character and functionality, featuring 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, an office space, gorgeous hardwood floors, a large living room, and a formal dining room ideal for gatherings. The finished basement provides incredible additional living space with a cozy family room, second kitchen, and third bedroom-perfect for guests, extended living, or hobby space. Enjoy relaxing in the enclosed front porch and take advantage of the 1-car detached garage. Numerous updates give peace of mind, including newer HVAC (furnace 2022, A/C 2021), water heater (2022), gutters with guards (2020), exterior vinyl siding updates (2020), and tuckpointing (2020). Basement improvements include new carpet and trim (2021) and a custom bar (2023). Additional features include reverse osmosis system (2023), backflow preventer (2021), updated kitchen faucet (2022), and fireplace professionally serviced (2020, never used since). Security system installed in 2023 includes cameras and motion sensors for added convenience. Garage awning added in 2023 for weather protection. A wonderful home with space, updates, and timeless appeal-ready for its next owner!
  1. Listed by Paula Arpasi • Homefinders Realty
    P: (618)-927-0811 C: (618)-927-0811 paulaarpasi@gmail.com

Property Details for 302 West 6th Street

Area
Benton
Township
None
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
1.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
1.0
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air
LISTING UPDATED: 05/10/2026 02:44 PM

Property Details for 302 West 6th Street

StatusContingent
MLS #12634468
Days on Market14
Taxes$2,952 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 1 Story / Detached Single
Year Built1910
Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,405 SF
CountyFranklin County
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Location

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Building Information for 302 West 6th Street

Stories-Year Built1910Building Size-Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,405 SF

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$950 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$704

Property Taxes

$246

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 302 West 6th Street

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 47
  • Elementary School: Benton Grade School K-8
  • Jr High Middle School: Benton Grade School K-8
  • High School District: 103
  • High School: Benton Cons High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 47
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Gravel, Yes, Detached, Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 8
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 1
  • Basement Type: Finished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Basement Sq Ft: 1368
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Room Type: Office
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Type: 1 Story
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
  • Utilities: Cable Available
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 1368
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 1368
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 52.67x142
  • Zero Lot Line: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Frame
  • Construction: Frame
  • Roof Type: Other
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 1368.0
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 0
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2026-04-30T19:06:36
  • Photos Count: 46
  • Rural: N
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 12X11
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 14X11
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 20X9
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 16X12
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Basement
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 28X13
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 10X11
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Laundry
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 27X13
Office Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
  • Dimensions: 10X11

Property History for 302 West 6th Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 10, 2026

Active Under Contract

MRED #12634468

—
Apr 30, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12634468

$139,900—
Jul 11, 2012

Closed

MRED #281853

$48,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/10/2026

Active Under Contract

MRED #12634468

—
04/30/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12634468

$139,900
07/11/2012

Closed

MRED #281853

$48,000

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Public Records for 302 West 6th Street

Taxable ValueLand$6,345Additions$33,945Total$40,290
Tax Record2023$2,952 ($246 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0StyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyFRANKLINAPN0818326005

Schools near 302 West 6th Street

This home is within Benton Central Consolidated School District 47.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Benton Grade School K-4
Public - PK to 4
Benton Grade School 5-8
Public - 5 to 8
Benton Cons High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Benton Grade School K-4
PublicPK to 4

Benton Grade School 5-8
Public5 to 8

Benton Cons High School
Public9 to 12

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