West City, IL Homes for Sale

West City, IL, is a small community located just west of Benton in Franklin County. Known for its convenient location at the intersection of Interstate 57 and state Route 14, residents have easy access to nearby employers and attractions, including the popular Rend Lake, which is 5 miles north. The housing market in West City features early-to-mid 20th-century cottages and ranch-style homes, often with large yards and some properties backing up to farms or forests. Main Street serves as the commercial hub, hosting the area’s only Walmart and the longstanding Plaza Restaurant, while additional shopping and dining options are available in nearby Benton, just 2 miles east. Benton City Park, located on West City's southern border, offers walking trails, a playground, and athletic courts. The community shares public schools with Benton, though none are highly rated. Each May, the Rend Lake Water Festival, organized by the Benton-West City Chamber of Commerce, brings a parade, carnival, car show, and live music to the area. With no public transit, residents rely on cars for transportation, with larger cities like Marion and Carbondale 20 and 30 miles away, respectively, and St. Louis’ Lambert International Airport 100 miles away.