Immaculate, tasteful, rural! What more can you want? This 2 bedroom (potential for 3) 1 bath brick ranch with its open floor plan is nestled in the countryside with crops & wildlife abound. The large Livingroom with its vent less gas fireplace is spacious enough to use one end as a dining area. The beautiful ceiling to floor fireplace makes winter evening warm and cozy! The kitchen with its lovely cabinetry, granite counter tops & stone backsplash is a chef's dream. A snack bar in the kitchen is a perfect spot for homework completion while Mom cooks supper. A cheery sitting area off the kitchen is great for morning coffee with its East & West light exposure. The 2 existing bedrooms are spacious with large closets. DREAM POLEBARN! The 30x60 ft. pole barn has living accommodations (28x25) including a bathroom, wood burner and a/c. This space is perfect for a MANCAVE, GAMING SPACE for the kids, family guest accommodation & so much more. The other portion of the pole barn (28x32) is parking and workspace. A loft with a stairway is ideal for storage. Renovations within the last 2 years: ROOF; GUTTERS; FLOORING & LIGHTING THROUGHOUT; KITCHEN CABINETS, GRANITE COUNTERTOPS, BACKSPASH, STAINLESS APPLIANCES; SOLID SURFACE DUAL BATH VANITY, SHOWER/TUB, TOILET; BEDROOM CLOSET DOORS, EXTERIOR DOORS; REPLACEMENT WINDOWS; UNBELIEVABLE! The 1 acre manicured lawn has 2 outdoor living spaces. This serine piece of property is a perfect getaway from the days stresses.
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$193,500
8812 Baxter Rd, Benton, IL 62812
2beds
1,500sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1979
1 Acres Lot
$207,300 Zestimate®
$129/sqft
$837 Estimated rent
Home value
$207,300
$195,000 - $220,000
$837/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: February 04, 2026 at 11:10am
Listing courtesy of:
Lynette Ing 618-218-1989,
MCCOLLUM REAL ESTATE
Bought with:
Import User
DYNACONNECTIONS
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: EB448398
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x14
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x12
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar), Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 153 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9x17
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x10
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 375 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25x15
Heating
- Electric, Baseboard, Solid Surface Counter
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Range Hood, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Solid Surface Counter
Features
- Replacement Windows, Solid Surface Counter
- Flooring: Solid Surface Counter
- Doors: Solid Surface Counter
- Windows: Replacement Windows, Solid Surface Counter
- Basement: Egress Window
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Living Room
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,500 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Detached, Guest, Oversized, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Solid Surface Counter
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
Lot
- Size: 1 Acres
- Dimensions: 209x209
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 0824100005
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Solid Surface Counter
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1979
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Aerobic Septic
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Benton
- Subdivision: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: FHA
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/23/2023 | Sold | $193,500-3.2%$129/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #EB448398 Report a problem | ||
| 4/10/2023 | Contingent | $199,900$133/sqft |
Source:  RMLS Alliance #EB448398 Report a problem | ||
| 4/4/2023 | Listed for sale | $199,900+100.1%$133/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance #EB448398 Report a problem | ||
| 12/3/2020 | Listing removed | $99,900$67/sqft |
Source: REAL LIVING MCCOLLUM R. E. #EB435350 Report a problem | ||
| 9/4/2020 | Pending sale | $99,900$67/sqft |
Source: REAL LIVING MCCOLLUM R. E. #EB435350 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,799 +38.8% | $52,695 +14% |
| 2023 | $2,737 +31.1% | $46,220 +10% |
| 2022 | $2,088 -3.8% | $42,020 +14% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 62812
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Akin Community Cons Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 4.5 mi
- 5/10Benton Cons High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Akin Elementary
- Middle: Akin Elementary
- High: Benton Consolidated High School
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Illinois
- Franklin County
- Benton
- 62812
- 8812 Baxter Rd