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518 Beacon St, Alton, IL, 62002

$298,700

Home List Price

$3,547*

Closing Credit

4 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths
2,685 SqFt
$111/SqFt
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518 Beacon St, Alton$298,700

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$3,547*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeResidential
ParkingAccessible Parking, Accessible Route to Entry, Covered, Off Street
Year Built1891
HeatingForced Air
CoolingElectric
BasementYes
FireplaceNon Functional, Woodburning Fireplce
MLS #24059256
Lot Size0.29 Acres
StatusActive

About 518 Beacon St

Step back in time with this spectacular historic 2-story home, located on a corner lot with a charming front porch to enjoy peaceful views. Inside, soaring ceilings and stunning hardwood floors create a warm ambiance. The main level features a primary bedroom, full bath, and a kitchen with granite countertops, a center island, butler's pantry and a breakfast nook with garden views. Enjoy a separate dining room, formal sitting room, living room, and three fireplaces. Head up the stunning stairway where three additional bedrooms and a full bath await. The lower level, originally built in the 1830s, offers a rough-in for a bath, a workshop, office space and ample storage. Updated electrical, a large carport with workspace, and additional parking add convenience. Located on brick-paved Beacon Street, just minutes from Downtown Alton, this home’s rich history and charm make it perfect for a B&B or a serene retreat. This is a true gem and must see!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Historic
  • Year Built: 1891
  • Living Area: 2,685 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Keller Williams Pinnacle

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Gas Cooktop, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Oven
  • Basement: Yes
  • Interior: High Ceilings, Historic/Period Mlwk, Special Millwork, Window Treatments, Wet Bar, Some Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: Non Functional, Woodburning Fireplce

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Private Pool: No

Parking Information:

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Accessible Parking, Accessible Route to Entry, Covered, Off Street

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Corner Lot, Sidewalk
  • Lot Size: 0.29 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Electric

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: GPS Friendly

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $298,700
  • Price Per SqFt: $111/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $668
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Housing Market Comparison

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Alton, IL

City

Med. Sold Price

$125K

Med. Price/SqFt

$96

Avg. Days On Market

50

# of Sold Homes

17

518 Beacon St vs Alton

87 DAYS ON ROCKET

+37 Days

$298,700

+$173.7K More

$111/SqFt

+$14 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $173.7K more than the Median Sold Price and $14/SqFt more than other homes in Alton, IL.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: MARIS
  • MLS Number: #24059256

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Keller Williams Pinnacle

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Property Sales & Tax

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$668$47,320
2019$706$46,240
2018$706$45,040
2017$697$43,110

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Nearby Schools

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4
/10

  • West Elementary School

  • 1513 State St

  • 0.91 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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5
/10

  • East Elementary School

  • 1035 Washington Ave

  • 2.11 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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3
/10

  • North Elementary School

  • 5600 Godfrey Rd

  • 3.79 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $59,795. The majority of Alton, IL residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 518 Beacon St

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 518 Beacon St property is $298,700.

What type of property is this?

The property 518 Beacon St is a house located in Alton, Illinois, 62002.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 518 Beacon St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $668 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 518 Beacon St has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 518 Beacon St is 2,685 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 518 Beacon St is 1891.

Rocket Homes›Illinois›Madison County›Alton›62002›518 Beacon St

This home is located at 518 Beacon St in Alton, IL and zip code 62002. This 2,685 square foot home, which was built in 1891, sits on a 0.29 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since September 22, 2024 and is currently priced at $298,700.

In November 2024, from all listings sold in Alton, IL there were more than 6 sold above asking price, over 8 sold below and more than 3 were sold right at the asked price. The inventory of homes for sale in Alton, IL between October 2024 and November 2024 increased by 7.2%. While the average time on the market in November 2024 was 50 days, the median list price was $125,000.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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