Open the gate of the white picket fence and step into a different place in time!!! This darling, one and a half story cottage style home has it all. French doors to the parlor/sitting room off the living room. Formal dining room off the country style kitchen with lots of cabinets and center island, complete with appliances. Laundry room hook-up on main level as well as lower level. Open staircase in living room to 2 bedrooms and full bath. Sewing room or office. Additional full bath on main level. Full walk out basement includes office area, and lots of storage. Furnace 5 yrs., A/C 2 yrs., Brand new gas water heater and dehumidifier. Roof 5 yrs. Large patio area as well as deck.
Last but certainly not least, the detached 24x36 2 car garage and workshop is heated, and includes garage door opener as well as keypad.
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Listing Provided by:
Sharon K Pratt 618-973-1056,
Re/Max River Bend
Bought with: Market Pro Realty, Inc
$128,000
603 Forest Ave, Alton, IL 62002
2beds
1,275sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1910
7,927.92 Square Feet Lot
$139,800 Zestimate®
$100/sqft
$1,122 Estimated rent
Home value
$139,800
$123,000 - $159,000
$1,122/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: April 28, 2025 at 05:39pm
Listing Provided by:
Sharon K Pratt 618-973-1056,
Re/Max River Bend
Bought with:
Steve P Gehrs, 475160246
Market Pro Realty, Inc
Source: MARIS,MLS#: 24035725
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Features: Wall Covering: Some
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Features: Wall Covering: Some
- Level: Upper
Bathroom
- Features: Wall Covering: None
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Features: Wall Covering: None
- Level: Upper
Bonus room
- Features: Wall Covering: Some
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood, Wall Covering: Some
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Wall Covering: Some
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood, Wall Covering: Some
- Level: Main
Office
- Features: Wall Covering: None
- Level: Lower
Sitting room
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood, Wall Covering: Some
- Level: Main
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Wall/Window Unit(s), Attic Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Separate Dining, Workshop/Hobby Area, Bookcases, Kitchen Island, Pantry
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Doors: French Doors, Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Full,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,275
- Total interior livable area: 1,275 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,275
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Additional Parking, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Workshop in Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Patio & porch: Patio, Covered
Lot
- Size: 7,927 sqft
- Dimensions: 50 x 158.5 IRR
- Features: Adjoins Wooded Area
Details
- Additional structures: Workshop
- Parcel number: 232071209101020
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional,Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Vinyl Siding
Condition
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Alton
- Subdivision: Middletown
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: Other
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Private
- Road surface type: Gravel
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/8/2024 | Sold | $128,000+4.1%$100/sqft |
Source:  MARIS #24035725 | ||
| 7/8/2024 | Pending sale | $122,900$96/sqft |
Source: MARIS #24035725 | ||
| 6/7/2024 | Contingent | $122,900$96/sqft |
Source: MARIS #24035725 | ||
| 6/5/2024 | Listed for sale | $122,900+41.3%$96/sqft |
Source: MARIS #24035725 | ||
| 3/18/2009 | Sold | $87,000+8.8%$68/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,918 +69.7% | $34,590 +10.7% |
| 2023 | $1,130 -3.6% | $31,240 +10.6% |
| 2022 | $1,172 -4.2% | $28,240 +6.4% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 62002
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10North Elementary SchoolGrades: 2-5Distance: 3.2 mi
- 3/10Alton Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 4/10Alton High SchoolGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 2.4 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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