Checkout this genuine piece of history. This turn of the century Alton home is located 200ft from Barth Park and 2 blocks from Public square. The estate was originally built in 1904 by Fred R Heskett, this home features all block and cement construction, 11 rooms including 3 bedrooms, 3 bath, 2 car attached garage, foyer entry, beautiful staircase with butler staircase as well, lots of original wood work and some modern custom additions including, all new windows, 200amp service, gas boiler, 2nd floor laundry and full basement bath. This home is NOT TURNKEY and will need some remodeling to complete, BEING SOLD AS/IS. Seller to make no repairs. Set your appointment today to see this unique property!
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Listing Provided by:
Jared D Childress 618-977-3705,
Market Pro Realty, Inc
Bought with: Keller Williams Marquee
$135,000
618 Mechanic St, Alton, IL 62002
3beds
2,500sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1904
8,400 Square Feet Lot
$167,800 Zestimate®
$54/sqft
$1,671 Estimated rent
Home value
$167,800
$144,000 - $195,000
$1,671/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: April 28, 2025 at 06:21pm
Listing Provided by:
Jared D Childress 618-977-3705,
Market Pro Realty, Inc
Bought with:
Madeline Lewis, 475192559
Keller Williams Marquee
Julie Sajich, 475.179653
Keller Williams Marquee
Source: MARIS,MLS#: 23040924
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Natural Gas, Radiant
Cooling
- Wall/Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: 2nd Floor
Features
- Butler Pantry, Bookcases, Entrance Foyer
- Basement: Walk-Out Access
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,500
- Total interior livable area: 2,500 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,262
- Finished area below ground: 250
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Exterior features: Balcony, Entry Steps/Stairs
Lot
- Size: 8,400 sqft
- Dimensions: 60 x 140
Details
- Parcel number: 232071120404009
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Concrete, Block
Condition
- Year built: 1904
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Alton
- Subdivision: Original Town
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Private
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/3/2023 | Sold | $135,000$54/sqft |
Source:  MARIS #23040924 | ||
| 11/1/2023 | Pending sale | $135,000$54/sqft |
Source: MARIS #23040924 | ||
| 8/4/2023 | Contingent | $135,000$54/sqft |
Source: MARIS #23040924 | ||
| 7/11/2023 | Listed for sale | $135,000+575%$54/sqft |
Source: MARIS #23040924 | ||
| 6/1/2009 | Sold | $20,000$8/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,590 +8.6% | $37,860 +10.7% |
| 2023 | $2,384 +9.1% | $34,190 +10.6% |
| 2022 | $2,185 +3.5% | $30,910 +6.4% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 62002
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10North Elementary SchoolGrades: 2-5Distance: 3.8 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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