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#132053, Kimberly Elkins, Listing Office: Park Avenue Properties
$187,475 List price
608 E 12th St Benton, KY 42025
$2,226
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2 beds
2 full
1,496 sqft
0.4 acres
$125 / sqft
House
Property details
About 608 E 12th St
Welcome home to this all brick, 2 bdrm, 2 bath home w/oversized, attached single car garage. Step inside to beautiful hardwood floors, spacious living/dining rm PLUS a dining nook in kitchen. Eat-in kitchen features cabinets & countertops galore plus hall pantry; stove & refrigerator replaced in 2022. Enjoy the screened-in back porch to relax w/nature, sip coffee & enjoy a good book. The master suite won't disappoint as the bdrm & bath are roomy & have double closets (w/closet system). Front door plus storm door replaced (10/22). Shed in rear for mowers, tools or sm car. Roof (shingles) were replaced in Oct., 2021. Landscaping has been redone in front for beautiful curb appeal. Mature trees & landscaping in back yard. Owner replaced the plumbing from house to the street in 2021. Paved, circular driveway a plus providing ample parking. Home is move-in ready & only had 2 different owners since it was built. Just 15 minutes to Kentucky Lake & 25 minutes to Murray State. Great location!!!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Gas Pack
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,496 sqft
Lot size0.39 Acres
Year built1957
ParkingAttached
MLS #131639
Attached garage1 space
WaterfrontOther
ViewOther
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Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove
- Basement: No
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Laminate, Vinyl/Linoleum, Wood
- Interior: Attic Storage, Ceiling Fan(s), Closet Light(s), Garage Door Opener, Smoke Alarm, Washer/Dryer Hookup, Circuit Breakers
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: Attached
- Waterfront: Other
- View: Other
- Exterior: Circular Drive, Exterior Lights, Outbuildings, Paved Drive, Trees
- Architectural Style: 1 Story
- Heating: Forced Air, Gas Pack
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $187,475
- Price/SqFt: $125
- Annual Tax Amount: $740
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Outdoor Lighting, Paved, Trees, Level
- Directions: Fm I-69 in Marshall County, take exit 43 into Benton. At offramp turn onto W 5th St to go into Benton. Right onto Main St and left onto E. 12th St. The home is on the right.
- Year Built: 1957
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 1,496 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.39 Acres
- MLS Number: 131639
- Office Name: Keller Williams Experience Realty Paducah Branch
- Listing Agent: Amy Brock
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 29, 2019 | Home Sold | $125,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $125,000 | $740 |
| 2022 | $125,000 | $830 |
| 2021 | $125,000 | $842 |
| 2019 | $75,000 | $753 |
| 2018 | $58,000 | $205 |
| 2017 | $58,000 | $206 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Benton Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.6 mi
•208 W 11th St
8
South Marshall Elementary School
Public District PK-5
4.3 mi
•155 Sid Darnall Rd
5
Central Elementary School
Public District PK-5
4.8 mi
•115 Jim Goheen Dr
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $44,161. The majority of Benton, KY residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is married, no kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
39%
<35k
43%
35k-100k
16%
100k-200k
2%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
33%
Single, No Kids
9%
Single, with Kids
36%
Married, No Kids
22%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
15%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
16%
18-34 yrs old
35%
35-64 yrs old
27%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hunting
NASCAR
Figure Skating
Where do the neighbors shop?
Academy Sports & Outdoors
Wal-Mart
Bass Pro Shops
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Jimmy Johns
Hardee's
Applebees
What do the neighbors drive?
Chevrolet
Ram
GMC
What do the neighbors listen to?
New Country
Classic Country- Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 608 E 12th St
The listing price of 608 E 12th St property is $187,475.
The property 608 E 12th St is a house located in Benton, Kentucky, 42025.
Active Listing: 608 E 12th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 608 E 12th St are: Benton Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), South Marshall Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Central Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), South Marshall Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), North Marshall Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Reidland Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Marshall County High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Mc@Home (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Calloway County High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $740 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on April 29, 2019 for $125,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 608 E 12th St has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 608 E 12th St is 1,496 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 608 E 12th St is 1957.
This home is located at 608 E 12th St in Benton, KY and zip code 42025. This 1,496 square foot home, which was built in 1957, sits on a 0.39 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 1, 2025 and is currently priced at $187,475.
While more than 5 listings in Benton, KY in April 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 5 listings sold at asking price, and more than 9 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Benton, KY between March and April 2025 increased by 13.1%.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.