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For sale by owner
  • $25,000

    1317 Garden St, Alton, IL 62002

    2beds
    816sqft
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    SingleFamily
    Built in 1934
    6,273 Square Feet Lot
    $23,500 Zestimate®
    $31/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Curb appealFenced-side-yard feelClassic cottage-style exteriorTraditional layoutCovered front porch
    Contractor special, Investor Special in Alton Opportunity knocks at 1317 Garden Street in Alton, Illinois. This small single-family home offers a classic cottage-style exterior, covered front porch, fenced-side-yard feel, and a manageable footprint for an investor, contractor, or buyer looking for a renovation project. This property is a true contractor special and will need work, including all new windows and additional repairs or updates. The home is best suited for a cash buyer, hard money buyer, or experienced renovator who understands value-add projects and wants an affordable entry point into the Alton market. With the right improvements, this property could be repositioned as a rental, resale, or long-term hold. The compact size makes the renovation scope easier to manage than larger homes, while the traditional layout and curb appeal give the property a solid starting point. Property highlights: ??? Contractor special with upside potential ??? Needs all new windows and renovation work ?? Classic small-home exterior with covered front porch ?? Located in Alton, Illinois ?? Potential rental, flip, or long-term hold opportunity ?? Cash or renovation-minded buyers preferred Bring your contractor, your vision, and your offer. This property is being sold as-is.
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    Property Owner (415) 259-7232

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Forced air, Gas
      Cooling
      • Wall
      Appliances
      • Included: Refrigerator
      Features
      • Flooring: Carpet
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 816 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Off-street
      Features
      • Exterior features: Wood
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: None
      Lot
      • Size: 6,273 Square Feet
      Details
      • Parcel number: 232071214305015

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      Materials
      • Foundation: Slab
      • Roof: Tile
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1934

      Community & HOA

      Location
      • Region: Alton

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $31/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $18,390
      • Annual tax amount: $498
      • Date on market: 7/2/2026

        Estimated market value

        $23,500

        $17,000 - $35,000

        $919/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/2/2026Listed for sale$25,000-44.3%$31/sqft
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        11/9/2023Listing removed--
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        11/8/2023Listed for sale$44,900-10.2%$55/sqft
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        9/13/2023Listing removed--
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        8/8/2023Listed for sale$50,000+383.5%$61/sqft
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        4/26/2023Listing removed--
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        2/10/2023Listed for rent$700-17.6%$1/sqft
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        1/14/2023Listing removed--
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        12/12/2022Listed for rent$850$1/sqft
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        5/15/2020Sold$10,342-31.1%$13/sqft
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        3/3/2020Pending sale$15,000$18/sqft
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        1/14/2020Price change$15,000-23.1%$18/sqft
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        12/10/2019Listed for sale$19,500$24/sqft
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        7/1/2019Listing removed$19,500$24/sqft
        Source: Landmark Realty #18042546 Report a problem
        5/30/2018Listed for sale$19,500$24/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$498 +6.3%$6,130 +10.6%
        2023$469 +6.6%$5,540 +10.6%
        2022$440 +2.1%$5,010 +6.6%
        2021$431 +2.4%$4,700 +3.8%
        2020$420 -3.4%$4,530 +2.3%
        2019$435 $4,430 +2.5%
        2018-- $4,320
        2017$418 +7.3%$4,320
        2016$390 $4,320
        2015$390 $4,320
        2014$390 $4,320 -15%
        2013$390 $5,080 +8.5%
        2012-- $4,680 -3.1%
        2011-- $4,830
        2010-- $4,830 +1.9%
        2009-- $4,740 +8.7%
        2007-- $4,360 -30.8%
        2005-- $6,300 +10.9%
        2004$433 +4.4%$5,680 +5.4%
        2003$415 +1.4%$5,390 +0.9%
        2002$409 $5,340 +5.5%
        2001-- $5,060 +3.5%
        2000$383 $4,890

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 62002

        Getting around

        37 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        15 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: ALTON DIST 11
        • Middle: ALTON DIST 11
        • High: Alton
        • District: Alton DIST 11

        Source: The MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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