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$159,900

308 W Reed St Benton, IL 62812

2 beds
2 full
1,428 sqft
$112 / sqft
House

Property details

About 308 W Reed St

This beautifully updated home offers 2 spacious bedrooms PLUS a bonus room—perfect for a home office or easy conversion into a 3rd bedroom! Featuring 2 full bathrooms, a stunning kitchen, and a convenient carport, this gem sits on a corner lot with a brand new roof just installed in June 2025. Don’t miss the perfect mix of comfort, style, and functionality!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,428 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1934
ParkingCarport
MLS #EB458765

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Yes
  • Interior: Wet Bar
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Carport
  • Exterior: Shed(s)
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $159,900
  • Price/SqFt: $111
  • Annual Tax Amount: $2,612
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Lot: Corner Lot
  • Directions: From North main in Benton turn West on Reed St home is on the left
  • Year Built: 1934
  • Living Area: 1,428 SqFt
  • MLS Number: EB458765
  • MLS Name: RMLSA
  • Office Name: Heavenly Homes Real Estate
  • Listing Agent: Kimberly Desett

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jul 20, 2016
Home Sold
$97,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$34,100$2,612
2022$31,000$2,436
2021$27,190$2,182
2020$27,650$2,188
2019$26,990$2,112
2018$27,125$2,112
2017$26,715$2,076

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

3

Benton Grade School K-4

Public District PK-4

1.4 mi

1000 E McKenzie St

4

Frankfort Intermediate School

Public District 3-6

6.9 mi

800 N Cherry St

4

Zeigler-Royalton Elementary School

Public District PK-5

8.8 mi

PO Box 87

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $36,942. The majority of Benton, IL residents have income less than $<35k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

48%
<35k
40%
35k-100k
10%
100k-200k
2%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

45%
Single, No Kids
11%
Single, with Kids
30%
Married, No Kids
14%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

12%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
16%
18-34 yrs old
39%
35-64 yrs old
26%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating
  • NASCARNASCAR
  • MotocrossMotocross

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • KmartKmart
  • Dollar GeneralDollar General
  • GameStopGameStop

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Bob EvansBob Evans
  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel
  • SonicSonic

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BuickBuick
  • RamRam
  • JeepJeep

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • OldiesOldies
  • Classic CountryClassic Country
  • CountryCountry
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 308 W Reed St

The listing price of 308 W Reed St property is $159,900.

The property 308 W Reed St is a house located in Benton, Illinois, 62812.

Active Listing: 308 W Reed St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 308 W Reed St are: Benton Grade School K-4 (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Frankfort Intermediate School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Zeigler-Royalton Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Benton Grade School 5-8 (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Central Jr High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Ewing-Northern Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Benton Consolidated High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Frankfort Community High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Christopher High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,612 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on July 20, 2016 for $97,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 308 W Reed St has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 308 W Reed St is 1,428 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 308 W Reed St is 1934.

This home is located at 308 W Reed St in Benton, IL and zip code 62812. This 1,428 square foot home was built in 1934. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 11, 2025 and is currently priced at $159,900.

While more than 4 listings in Benton, IL in June 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 0 listings sold at asking price, and more than 2 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Benton, IL increased by 11.6% between May and June 2025. Listings spent 11 days on the market in June 2025, and had a median list price of $90,000 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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