500 E Benton St

Mount Olive, IL 62069

$244,900
Price
3
Beds
1,576 Sq. Ft.
$155 / Sq. Ft.
1,576
Sq. Ft.
$155
per Sq. Ft.

Description

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,...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.
  1. Listed by David Cisler • Cisler & Associates Real Estate
  2. Listed by Matthew Cisler • Cisler & Associates Real Estate

Property Details for 500 East Benton Street

Architectural Style
Bungalow
Cross Street
S. Lincoln
LISTING UPDATED: 12/30/2025 11:45 AM

Property Details for 500 East Benton Street

StatusActive
MLS #25061635
Days on Market79
Taxes$4,163 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1930
Lot Size0.32 AC / 13,939 SF
CountyMacoupin County

Location

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Building Information for 500 East Benton Street

Stories-Year Built1930Building Size-Lot Size0.32 AC / 13,939 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,541 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,194

Property Taxes

$347

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 500 East Benton Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Mount Olive
  • County Or Parish: Macoupin
  • Latitude: 39.066197
  • Longitude: -89.720462
  • Postal Code: 62069
  • State Or Province: IL
  • Sub division Name: Not in a subdivision
Taxes and HOA Information
  • List AOR: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
  • Parcel Number: 02-002-533-01
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,163.00
  • Tax Legal Description: Lots 7 & 8 Blk 5 Andrew Niggs 2nd Addn 100x140 24-11-283-003
  • Tax Year: 2024
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Garage: Yes
School Information
  • Elementary School: MOUNT OLIVE DIST 5
  • High School: Mt Olive Community High School
  • High School District: MOUNT OLIVE DIST 5
  • Middle Or Junior School: MOUNT OLIVE DIST 5
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Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area: 1576.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.32
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 100x140
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 13939.2
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1576.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Other
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Source: Other
  • Documents Count: 1
  • Photos Count: 52
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Disclosures: Flood Plain No,Seller Property Disclosure
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Utilities
  • Electric: 220 Volts
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool Private: No
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement: 8 ft + Pour, Sump Pump, Unfinished
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1.0
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace: No
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Rooms Total: 7
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 15x15
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 15x15
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 15x10
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 9x7
  • Room Length: 9.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bathroom
  • Room Width: 7.0
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 8x10
  • Room Length: 8.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Den
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 7x7
  • Room Length: 7.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Width: 7.0
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 12x13
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 8x7
  • Room Length: 8.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bathroom 2
  • Room Width: 7.0
Room 9
  • Room Dimensions: 12x13
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Width: 13.0

Property History for 500 East Benton Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 23, 2025

Listed (Active)

MARIS #25061635

$249,900—
Apr 1, 2025

Listed (Active)

MARIS #25021628

$249,900—
Dec 13, 2011

Closed

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA114293

$16,000—
Nov 18, 2011

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA114293

—
Aug 22, 2011

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA114293

$44,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/23/2025

Listed (Active)

MARIS #25061635

$249,900
04/01/2025

Listed (Active)

MARIS #25021628

$249,900
12/13/2011

Closed

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA114293

$16,000
11/18/2011

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA114293

—
08/22/2011

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA114293

$44,900

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

Public Records for 500 East Benton Street

Taxable ValueLand$1,696Additions$50,803Total$52,499
Tax Record2024$4,163 ($347 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size14,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyMACOUPINAPN02-002-533-01

Schools near 500 East Benton Street

This home is within Mount Olive Community Unit School District 5.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Mt Olive Elementary School
Public - PK to 8
Mt Olive High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Mt Olive Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Mt Olive High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 500 East Benton Street, Mount Olive, IL 62069

500 East Benton Street is a single family home for sale in Mount Olive, IL 62069. This property was listed for sale on September 23, 2025 by Cisler & Associates Real Estate, it's currently listed at $244,900. It has been on the market for a total of 79 days and was last sold on December 13, 2011. This listing's school district is Mount Olive Community Unit School District 5. Nearby schools include Mt Olive Elementary School and Mt Olive High School. 500 East Benton Street is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,576 sqft single family home built in 1930.

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