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  • Listed by: Coldwell Banker Paslay Realtor
    Price cut: $5K (6/9)
    $169,900

    208 W Elm St, Alton, IL 62002

    3beds
    1,540sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1921
    10,497 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $110/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    All kitchen appliances stayCovered front deckNew vinyl siding
    Remodeled 1.5 story with lots of amenities. 3 bedrooms and 2 baths with 1540sqft finished living space. Full unfinished basement just painted. 2 car drive under garage plus a 2 car carport that also serves as a covered patio for entertaining and BBQ's. Fully fenced yard front and back. Covered front deck. New vinyl siding '26 along with all new luxury vinyl plank flooring and carpets. Added kitchen pantry cabinet and lazy susan with new countertop and sink and faucet and ceiling fan fixtures. All kitchen appliances stay. Remodeled bath with tiled tub/shower and fixtures and ceramic tile floor '21. Architectural roof and windows new in '20. Enormous primary bedroom suite with built in closet/organizer/shelving. Gas line for small gas stove. Also main floor washer/dryer hookups. Plus primary bath with 4' seated shower. Upstairs bedroom also has new carpeting and walk-in closet. Window A/C is supplemental in summertime. Choice Home Warranty included at a super list price of $169,900.
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    Listed by:

    Michael D Paslay 618-530-7355,

    Coldwell Banker Paslay Realtor

    Source: MARIS,MLS#: 26028597MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bedrooms: 2
      Primary bedroom
      • Description: Lots windows, built in closets/organizer shelf system
      • Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 485.14
      • Dimensions: 25.4x19.1
      Bedroom
      • Description: Ceiling fan and large closet
      • Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 153.76
      • Dimensions: 12.4x12.4
      Bedroom 2
      • Description: 8x6.8 walk in closet. Supplemental window A/C unit
      • Features: Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 266
      • Dimensions: 19x14
      Primary bathroom
      • Description: 4ft seated shower
      • Features: Floor Covering: Luxury Vinyl Plank
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 73.47
      • Dimensions: 9.3x7.9
      Bathroom
      • Description: Designer ceramic floor tile and tiled shower/bathtub
      • Features: Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 46.02
      • Dimensions: 7.8x5.9
      Dining room
      • Description: Open to living room and kitchen
      • Features: Floor Covering: Luxury Vinyl Plank
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 151.04
      • Dimensions: 12.8x11.8
      Kitchen
      • Description: Newer white cabinets w/pantry cabinet and countertop
      • Features: Floor Covering: Luxury Vinyl Plank
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 134.33
      • Dimensions: 13.3x10.1
      Laundry
      • Features: Floor Covering: Luxury Vinyl Plank
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 80
      • Dimensions: 10x8
      Living room
      • Description: Many vinyl thermal windows
      • Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 158.72
      • Dimensions: 12.8x12.4
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
      Appliances
      • Included: Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Free-Standing Electric Range, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
      • Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
      Features
      • Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining/Living Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Shower
      • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Luxury Vinyl, Plank
      • Windows: Hurricane Shutters, Tilt-In Windows
      • Basement: Full,Unfinished
      • Has fireplace: No
      • Fireplace features: None
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,540
      • Total interior livable area: 1,540 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,540
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 4
      • Parking features: Additional Parking, Attached Carport, Concrete, Garage Faces Front, Off Street, On Street, Carport
      • Attached garage spaces: 2
      • Carport spaces: 2
      • Covered spaces: 4
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Features
      • Levels: One and One Half
      • Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Rear Porch
      • Pool features: None
      • Fencing: Back Yard,Chain Link,Front Yard
      Lot
      • Size: 10,497 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 67.8 x 154.9
      • Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Gentle Sloping, Landscaped, Level, Rectangular Lot
      Details
      • Additional structures: Garage(s), Shed(s)
      • Parcel number: 232070206101042
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Bungalow
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Vinyl Siding
      • Foundation: Stone
      • Roof: Architectural Shingle
      Condition
      • Updated/Remodeled
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1921
      Details
      • Warranty included: Yes

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: Ameren
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
      • Subdivision: None
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Alton

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $110/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $99,390
      • Annual tax amount: $2,693
      • Date on market: 5/8/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 53 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
      • Inclusions: Building, Land
      • Ownership: Private
      • Electric utility on property: Yes
      • Road surface type: Chip And Seal

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/18/2026Contingent$169,900$110/sqft
        Source: MARIS #26028597 Report a problem
        6/9/2026Price change$169,900-2.9%$110/sqft
        Source: MARIS #26028597 Report a problem
        5/8/2026Listed for sale$174,900+94.3%$114/sqft
        Source: MARIS #26028597 Report a problem
        12/30/2020Sold$90,000-5.2%$58/sqft
        Source: MARIS #20061199 Report a problem
        11/17/2020Pending sale$94,900$62/sqft
        Source: Landmark Realty, Bethalto #20061199 Report a problem
        11/12/2020Listed for sale$94,900+110.9%$62/sqft
        Source: Landmark Realty, Bethalto #20061199 Report a problem
        5/13/2015Listing removed$45,000$29/sqft
        Source: DREAM HOME REALTY CENTRE, INC #4403913 Report a problem
        3/26/2015Listed for sale$45,000-33.8%$29/sqft
        Source: DREAM HOME REALTY CENTRE, INC #4403913 Report a problem
        2/26/2003Sold$68,000$44/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$2,693 +6.4%$33,130 +10.7%
        2023$2,531 +6.7%$29,920 +10.7%
        2022$2,372 +33.4%$27,040 +6.4%
        2021$1,778 +3.6%$25,410 +3.7%
        2020$1,717 +50.6%$24,500 +2.3%
        2019$1,140 $23,940 +2.7%
        2018-- $23,320 +3.1%
        2017$1,123 $22,610
        2016-- $22,610
        2015-- $22,610
        2014-- $22,610 -2.6%
        2013-- $23,220 -5%
        2012-- $24,440 -2.9%
        2011-- $25,180 -2.6%
        2010-- $25,860 +1.7%
        2009-- $25,420 +8.7%
        2007-- $23,380 +3.1%
        2005-- $22,670 +10.9%
        2004$1,292 +139.8%$20,450 +5.6%
        2003$539 +0.4%$19,360 +0.8%
        2002$537 $19,210 +7.3%
        2001-- $17,910 +3.5%
        2000$549 $17,300

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 62002

        Getting around

        69 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        38 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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        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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