Welcome to 609 Beacon! Built in 1892, this 3 bedroom, 2 bath home offers character and charm with a great view of the river! Featuring hardwood floors, pocket doors, amazing staircase, beautiful fireplace, spacious rooms, covered porch, partial basement, high efficiency hvac system, the roof is approximately 10 years old, and a yard full of your favorite flowers! Watch the fireworks from your home or walk downtown for all that Alton has to offer. This historic Alton home is ready to be enjoyed by a new owner, being sold as is, schedule your appointment today!
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Listing Provided by:
Chris W Seniker 618-789-4783,
RE/MAX Alliance,
Sarah R Seniker 618-789-4779,
RE/MAX Alliance
Bought with: Landmark Realty
$90,000
609 Beacon St, Alton, IL 62002
3beds
1,603sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1892
4,791.6 Square Feet Lot
$113,900 Zestimate®
$56/sqft
$1,143 Estimated rent
Home value
$113,900
$99,000 - $130,000
$1,143/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: April 28, 2025 at 05:44pm
Listing Provided by:
Chris W Seniker 618-789-4783,
RE/MAX Alliance,
Sarah R Seniker 618-789-4779,
RE/MAX Alliance
Bought with:
Devin Outman, 475183933
Landmark Realty
Source: MARIS,MLS#: 24018593
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting, Wall Covering: None
- Level: Upper
- Area: 208
- Dimensions: 13x16
Bedroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting, Wall Covering: None
- Level: Upper
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 13x11
Bedroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Vinyl, Wall Covering: None
- Level: Upper
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 15x12
Bathroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Vinyl, Wall Covering: None
- Level: Main
- Area: 42
- Dimensions: 6x7
Bathroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting, Wall Covering: None
- Level: Upper
- Area: 40
- Dimensions: 5x8
Dining room
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood, Wall Covering: None
- Level: Main
- Area: 208
- Dimensions: 13x16
Kitchen
- Features: Floor Covering: Vinyl, Wall Covering: None
- Level: Main
- Area: 165
- Dimensions: 11x15
Living room
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood, Wall Covering: None
- Level: Main
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14x12
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Gas, Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Special Millwork, Separate Dining
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
- Windows: Wood Frames
- Basement: Crawl Space,Partial
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Decorative
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,603
- Total interior livable area: 1,603 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,603
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Covered
Lot
- Size: 4,791 sqft
- Dimensions: 50 x 95
Details
- Parcel number: 232071118301009
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Cedar
Condition
- Year built: 1892
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Alton
- Subdivision: Godfrey & Gilmans
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Private
- Road surface type: Gravel
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/17/2024 | Sold | $90,000-5.3%$56/sqft |
Source:  MARIS #24018593 | ||
| 4/11/2024 | Contingent | $95,000$59/sqft |
Source: MARIS #24018593 | ||
| 3/29/2024 | Listed for sale | $95,000-26.4%$59/sqft |
Source: MARIS #24018593 | ||
| 11/15/2018 | Listing removed | $129,000$80/sqft |
Source: Tarrant And Harman Real Estate #18075311 | ||
| 10/21/2018 | Listed for sale | $129,000$80/sqft |
Source: Tarrant And Harman Real Estate #18075311 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,890 +8.4% | $41,550 +10.7% |
| 2023 | $2,666 +8.8% | $37,520 +10.6% |
| 2022 | $2,450 +3.3% | $33,920 +6.4% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 62002
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10West Elementary SchoolGrades: 2-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 3/10Alton Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.1 mi
- 4/10Alton High SchoolGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 3.3 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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