This home would make a great starter home or become a landlord and rent it out. It is a 3 bedroom 1 bath with attached one car garage with plenty of space for toys and lawnmower. It has a durable metal roof. Check it out today.
- MLS# EB436380
- Date Listed09/28/2020
- Bedrooms 3
- Bathrooms 1 Full baths
- Lot Size -
- Sewer Public Sewer
- Subdivision None
- Property Type Single Family
- County Franklin
- Year Built 1930
- Water Public
- Square Feet 1,000 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $37
Interior Features
- Appliances Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Cooling Central Air
- Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Exterior / Lot Features
- Roof -
- Lot Size Acres -
- Lot Size SQFT -
- Lot Features Level
Directions
Go East at the Benton Square, Turn South at McCleansboro St, Turn West on Forest and it is on the right side of the road.
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount $708
- Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
| Street Address | Beds | Baths | Sold Date | List Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 710 FOREST Street | 3 | 1 | Dec 01, 2025 | $37,000 |
| 617 DUNCAN Street | 3 | 2 | Dec 09, 2025 | $88,900 |
| 302 ELIZABETH Street | 3 | 2 | Nov 19, 2025 | $129,900 |
| 11625 LINN Road | 3 | 2 | Nov 06, 2025 | $350,000 |
| 15811 ROSE Road | 2 | 1 | Oct 27, 2025 | $89,900 |
| 905 GLENDALE Street | 3 | 2 | Nov 12, 2025 | $72,500 |
| 305 W REED Street | 4 | 2 | Nov 30, 2025 | $139,000 |
| 1005 GARDNER | 3 | 2 | Dec 18, 2025 | $143,900 |
| 402 W REED Street | 3 | 1 | Oct 23, 2025 | $74,900 |
| 1110 N 8TH Street | 4 | 2 | Dec 14, 2025 | $98,500 |
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 11,139 | 6,804 | 39,062 | 335,858,263 |
| Population Density | 113 | 1,242 | 96 | 95 |
| People per Household | 2.3 | 2.2 | 2.3 | 2.6 |
| Median Age | 42.8 | 41.5 | 42.3 | 39.1 |
| Median Income | $44,971 | $43,885 | $44,061 | $66,222 |
| Average Income | $28,149 | $27,702 | $24,840 | $35,475 |
| Cost of Living Index | 80 | 78 | 82 | 100 |
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Avg. High Temp | 21.3°F | 21.3°F | 21.3°F | 22.6°F |
| July Avg. High Temp | 89.8°F | 89.8°F | 89.8°F | 86.2°F |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.93" | 43.19" | 43.19" | 38" |
22/100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score ®
38/100
Bikable
Bike Score ®
Overview
Almost all errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 7/100, Transit Score: 0/100, Bike Score: 29/100.
Property Change History
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Frequently Asked Questions for 710 FOREST Street
Source: Realty.com
710 FOREST Street, Benton, IL 62812 is a Single Family 1,000 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 0 photos available of this 3 bed, 1 bath house, listed at $37,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com
Our records indicate that 710 FOREST Street was built in 1930.
The full address for this home is 710 FOREST Street, Benton, IL 62812.
710 FOREST Street has been listed on Realty.com since Mon September 28, 2020
Almost all errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 7/100, Transit Score: 0/100, Bike Score: 29/100.
There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 710 FOREST Street. Benton (Grades: K - 5), Benton (Grades: 6 - 8), Victor J Andrew High School (Grades: 9 - 12)
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(tel: 618-988-1739)
Listing agent:
Robert Helleny
(tel: 618-521-6172)
(#1060054)
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