Welcome to 1215 Union Street, a beautifully remodeled three-story brick home built in 1918 and filled with timeless character. Offering approximately 2,440 square feet, this four-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bath home has been thoughtfully updated while preserving the charm that makes it truly special. Inside, you’ll find a brand-new kitchen, new appliances, two fireplaces, spacious rooms, and beautiful details throughout. Situated on a generous .41-acre corner lot, the property also features a backyard, garage, and full basement. This one-of-a-kind Alton home blends historic beauty with modern updates and is ready for its next owner.Own a piece of Alton history.
Located along historic Union Street, this beautifully remodeled brick home sits in an area shaped by generations of local craftsmen. Historical family accounts tell the story of William Mason “Bill” Ash Jr., a third-generation brick mason whose family helped build many of Alton’s brick buildings and streets throughout the 1800s and early 1900s. Ash is also said to have built a family home near the corner of Union and Brown Streets in 1904. Today, 1215 Union Street preserves Alton's historic character while offering a completely refreshed interior that blends timeless brick architecture with modern updates. A home with character, history, and a story behind the neighborhood.
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Listed by: MORE, REALTORS • Mason Budnicki • 618-855-2239
Price cut: $10K (9/25)
$240,000
1215 Union St, Alton, IL 62002
4beds
2,440sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1918
0.41 Acres Lot
$235,200 Zestimate®
$98/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Two fireplacesTimeless brick architectureBeautiful details throughoutBrand-new kitchenCompletely refreshed interiorSpacious roomsNew appliances
- 53 days
- 2,017
- 228
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Mason Budnicki 618-855-2239,
MORE, REALTORS,
Robert J Breyley 618-800-1200,
MORE, REALTORS
Source: MARIS,MLS#: 26032466
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Gas
Features
- Basement: Concrete,Other
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,440
- Total interior livable area: 2,440 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,220
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
Lot
- Size: 0.41 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 232071218303030
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Historic
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Concrete, Glass, Plaster
Condition
- Year built: 1918
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Single Phase
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Ash Wm M Jr Sub
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Alton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $98/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $111,600
- Annual tax amount: $2,536
- Date on market: 8/7/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 53 days
- Listing terms: 1031 Exchange,All Inclusive Trust Deed,Assumable,Cash
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
$235,200
$223,000 - $247,000
$1,701/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/25/2026 | Price change | $240,000-4%$98/sqft |
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| 8/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $250,000+42.9%$102/sqft |
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| 3/28/2026 | Listing removed | $175,000$72/sqft |
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| 10/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $175,000$72/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,536 +8.6% | $37,200 +10.7% |
| 2023 | $2,335 +9.2% | $33,600 +10.6% |
| 2022 | $2,138 +3.5% | $30,370 +6.4% |
| 2021 | $2,065 +3.4% | $28,540 +3.7% |
| 2020 | $1,997 -2.6% | $27,520 +2.3% |
| 2019 | $2,051 | $26,890 +2.7% |
| 2018 | -- | $26,190 |
| 2017 | $1,953 +6.5% | $26,190 |
| 2016 | $1,834 | $26,190 |
| 2015 | $1,834 | $26,190 |
| 2014 | $1,834 | $26,190 -2.6% |
| 2013 | $1,834 | $26,900 -5% |
| 2012 | -- | $28,310 -2.9% |
| 2011 | -- | $29,160 -2.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $29,940 +1.7% |
| 2009 | -- | $29,430 +8.8% |
| 2007 | -- | $27,050 +1.3% |
| 2005 | -- | $26,690 +10.9% |
| 2004 | $1,568 +5.6% | $24,070 +5.6% |
| 2003 | $1,485 +29.1% | $22,790 +0.8% |
| 2002 | $1,150 | $22,610 +28.8% |
| 2001 | -- | $17,550 +3.5% |
| 2000 | $1,054 | $16,950 |
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Neighborhood: 62002
Nearby schools
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.





