1911 Benton Street, Granite City, IL 62040

• 6 beds |
• 1 bath |
• 1,553 sqft

Property Description

Built in 1910, this Granite City home at 1911 Benton St. is packed with potential. With 5–6 bedrooms, it’s a blank canvas ready for your vision. Investors: this is the ideal Fall/Winter renovation project. The solid structure gives you the foundation—you bring the updates and creativity. Picture a co-living conversion, a modern wealth-building strategy that meets the demand for affordable housing. Granite City’s low property taxes and steady rental demand make this a smart buy with long-term upside. Large homes like this are rare, and forward-thinkers will recognize the chance to create strong cash flow and long-term value. With the right updates, ROI can be significant, tapping into both rental income and property appreciation. Opportunities like this don’t come often—don’t let it pass you by. For end users: if you’ve been searching for true space, here it is. With 5–6 bedrooms, this home can comfortably accommodate a large or multi-generational family. Imagine everyone having their own room while still enjoying the warmth of gathering together. Add your updates, your finishes, your vision—and create a home that reflects your family’s needs and lifestyle. Whether you’re renovating to rent, repositioning for profit, or moving in to make it your own, this property delivers options and opportunity. Property is being sold “as is.” Buyer to verify all facts, figures, and zoning uses prior to closing.

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

September 24, 2025 at 05:00AM

Listing Office:

Elevate Realty, LLC : 314-380-0581

MLS ID:

25063797

Interior

• General: Entrance FoyerStorage
• Appliances: Refrigerator
• Laundry: In Basement
• Basement: ConcreteFullInterior EntryUnfinished
• A/C: Central AirWindow Unit(s)
• Heating: Forced AirNatural Gas
• Fireplace: Fireplaces: 0

Exterior

• General: GardenPrivate Yard
• Style: Traditional
• Other Structures: Shed(s)
• Parking: Additional ParkingCoveredDetachedDrivewayGarageGarage Door OpenerGarage Faces FrontGravelOff StreetOn StreetOutsideOversizedParking spaces: 1

Construction

• Roofing: Architectural Shingle
• Windows: Bay Window(s)Insulated WindowsScreens
• General: PlasterVinyl SidingThree Or MoreConcrete Perimeter

Location

• Road/Access: City Street
• HOA Amenities: CurbsSidewalksStreet LightsPublic Bus
• Originating MLS: maris2
• School District: Granite City DIST 9
• County: Madison

Lot

• Zoning: Original Plat of Granite City Lot 3 50X12522-2-19-24-08-201-012

Utilities

• Utilities: Cable AvailableElectricity AvailableElectricity ConnectedNatural Gas AvailableNatural Gas ConnectedSewer AvailableSewer ConnectedWater AvailableWater ConnectedAmeren
• Water: Public
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Source: maris2
• Ownership: Private

This listing courtesy of Elevate Realty, LLC