This is the Historic Taphorn House Built for Dr.Gerald Taphorn by Henry Richardson a Chicago Architect.. This Massive all Brick & Stone home is an example of the Romanesque Revival Style.. This 6 Bedroom home has 4 bathrooms and a Massive Great room.. The 3rd floor Tower is reminiscent of an Italian Renaissance Villa. The 3rd floor tower is small separate apartment/ Maids quarters. There are wooden Balustrades around the front porch. There are 9 Stained glass windows, a beautiful Oak staircase, 6 Fireplaces, and pocket doors, along with the original woodwork and a skylight on the 3rd floor. The Kitchen was updated around 2014 and has Granite countertops.. The Taphorn House could easily become a beautiful Bed & Breakfast set in the middle of a City with Great History.
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Listing Provided by:
Suzanne C Mitchell-Santos,
Realty Center Usa, Llc
Bought with: Re/Max River Bend
$149,000
510 Seminary Sq, Alton, IL 62002
6beds
4,890sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1887
0.33 Acres Lot
$324,200 Zestimate®
$30/sqft
$2,197 Estimated rent
Home value
$324,200
$243,000 - $421,000
$2,197/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: April 28, 2025 at 05:35pm
Listing Provided by:
Suzanne C Mitchell-Santos,
Realty Center Usa, Llc
Bought with:
Bjaye J Greer, 475188953
Re/Max River Bend
Source: MARIS,MLS#: 25011835
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Level: Upper
Bathroom
- Level: Upper
Bathroom
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
Great room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Upper
Living room
- Level: Upper
Office
- Level: Main
Sitting room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 6
- Fireplace features: Electric, Wood Burning, Bedroom, Dining Room, Great Room, Kitchen, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,890
- Total interior livable area: 4,890 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 5,389
- Finished area below ground: 1,780
Property
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
Lot
- Size: 0.33 Acres
- Dimensions: 120 x 120
Details
- Parcel number: 232071120405006
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Historic,Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- Year built: 1887
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Alton
- Subdivision: Original Town
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Other
- Ownership: Owner by Contract
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/14/2025 | Sold | $149,000+41.9%$30/sqft |
Source:  MARIS #25011835 | ||
| 3/10/2025 | Pending sale | $105,000$21/sqft |
Source: MARIS #25011835 | ||
| 2/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $105,000-63.2%$21/sqft |
Source: MARIS #25011835 | ||
| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner | ||
| 12/10/2015 | Sold | $285,000-12.3%$58/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10,045 +6.4% | $123,570 +10.7% |
| 2023 | $9,440 +6.6% | $111,600 +10.6% |
| 2022 | $8,851 +1.9% | $100,890 +6.4% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 62002
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10West Elementary SchoolGrades: 2-5Distance: 1.2 mi
- 3/10Alton Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 4/10Alton High SchoolGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 3.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Alton Dist 11
- Middle: Alton Dist 11
- High: Alton
Source: MARIS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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