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$67,341$38 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 82How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

2161 BENTON ST

GRANITE CITY, IL 62040
4
Beds
4
Baths
1,760 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$67K
$55K low$79K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,338 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$27,020 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,850
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$25,170
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$24,480
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$81,060

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.33
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
86
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
73
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
8
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Quadraplex
CountyMADISON
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1920
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Prather Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.8 mi
H
Granite City High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
M
Coolidge Junior High SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.6 mi

District: Granite City Community Unit School District 9

Neighborhood · ZIP 62040These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.122
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.139

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.39,801
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.685 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,153
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$72,587
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.40 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

2161 Benton St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 90% of homes in Madison County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Madison County
  • Bigger than 94% of homes in Granite City 62040
  • Has a smaller lot than 84% of homes in Madison County
  • Among the oldest homes in Granite City 62040

What homes are worth in Granite City 62040

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$32K$320K

This home is worth more than 20% of homes in Granite City 62040.

How it measures up in Granite City 62040

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Granite City 62040.

Estimated value$67,341
CheaperTypical $117,648Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$38
CheaperTypical $110Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Living area1,760 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,025 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1956Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 2161 Benton St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGranite City 62040Madison County
Estimated valuepricier than$67,34120% of homes10% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$383% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than1,760 ft²94% of homes87% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac30% of homes16% of homes
Year builtnewer than1900almost no homes2% of homes

About 2161 Benton St

How much is 2161 Benton St, Granite City, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2161 Benton St, Granite City, IL is $67,341 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $55,421 to $79,261. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2161 Benton St, Granite City, IL last sell?

2161 Benton St, Granite City, IL last sold on Jun 14, 2024, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 2161 Benton St, Granite City, IL?

2161 Benton St, Granite City, IL has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 1,760 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 2161 Benton St, Granite City, IL built?

2161 Benton St, Granite City, IL was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a quadraplex home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 2161 Benton St, Granite City, IL?

2161 Benton St, Granite City, IL is assigned to Prather Elementary School (elementary); Granite City High School (high), rated D; Coolidge Junior High School (middle), rated D-. All sit in Granite City Community Unit School District 9. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2161 Benton St, Granite City, IL compare to other homes in Granite City 62040?

Among the 15,267 homes in Granite City 62040, it is worth more than 20% of them ($67,341 against a typical $117,648), its price per square foot is higher than 3% of them ($38 against a typical $110), it is bigger than 94% of them (1,760 ft² against a typical 1,025 ft²), its lot is bigger than 30% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1900 against a typical 1956). Measured against all of Madison County, it is worth more than 10% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 2161 Benton St, Granite City, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2161 Benton St, Granite City, IL was $2,338. The county assessed it at $27,020.

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