Charming cottage-style Colonial situated on TWO lots, offering plenty of outdoor space and endless potential! This well-maintained 3-bedroom, 1-bath home is ready for its next owner to make it their own. Hardwood flooring lies beneath the carpeting, just waiting to be uncovered and restored to its original beauty. Recently installed new roof in 2025, providing peace of mind for years to come. All appliances will stay with the home, making the move even easier. Enjoy the character and curb appeal of this classic home while adding your own personal touches. Whether you're a first-time buyer, downsizing, or looking for a property with room to grow, this home is full of opportunity.
Active under contract
Listed by: RE/MAX Alliance • Emily S Luck • Contact: 618-696-9781
$107,500
3526 California Ave, Alton, IL 62002
3beds
1,209sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1946
0.29 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$89/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Charming cottage-style colonialPlenty of outdoor spaceSituated on two lots
- 13 days |
- 590 |
- 43 |
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Listed by:
Emily S Luck 618-696-9781,
RE/MAX Alliance
Source: MARIS,MLS#: 26039451
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
Bathroom 3
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Description: Wood underneath carpet!
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting, Wood
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Floor Covering: Vinyl
- Level: Main
Living room
- Description: Wood underneath carpet!
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting, Wood
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,209 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,209
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Fencing: Back Yard,Chain Link
Lot
- Size: 0.29 Acres
- Features: Back Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 232080813303041
- Special conditions: Listing As Is,Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
Condition
- Year built: 1946
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Ameren
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Poplar Heights
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Alton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $89/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $104,970
- Annual tax amount: $2,357
- Date on market: 6/26/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 14 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,333/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/5/2026 | Contingent | $107,500$89/sqft |
Source:  MARIS #26039451 Report a problem | ||
| 6/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $107,500$89/sqft |
Source: MARIS #26039451 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,357 +8.8% | $34,990 +10.7% |
| 2023 | $2,165 +170.6% | $31,600 +10.6% |
| 2022 | $800 -4.2% | $28,570 +6.4% |
| 2021 | $835 -1.3% | $26,850 +3.7% |
| 2020 | $846 -5.5% | $25,890 +2.3% |
| 2019 | $896 | $25,300 +2.7% |
| 2018 | -- | $24,640 |
| 2017 | $1,320 +22.3% | $24,640 |
| 2016 | $1,079 | $24,640 |
| 2015 | $1,079 | $24,640 |
| 2014 | $1,079 | $24,640 -2.6% |
| 2013 | $1,079 | $25,310 -4.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $26,620 -3% |
| 2011 | -- | $27,430 -2.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $28,150 +1.7% |
| 2009 | -- | $27,670 +8.8% |
| 2007 | -- | $25,440 -1.8% |
| 2005 | -- | $25,910 +10.9% |
| 2004 | $1,362 +6.5% | $23,370 +5.7% |
| 2003 | $1,279 +1.4% | $22,120 +0.8% |
| 2002 | $1,262 | $21,950 +16% |
| 2001 | -- | $18,930 +3.6% |
| 2000 | $1,159 | $18,280 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 62002
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10East Elementary SchoolGrades: 3-5Distance: 1 mi
- 4/10Alton Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 3/10Alton High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.9 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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- Illinois
- Madison County
- Alton
- 62002
- 3526 California Ave
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