Nestled in Alton's sought-after Historic Christian Hill neighborhood, this charming 1-2 bedroom, 1 bathroom home offers character, comfort, and an unbeatable location just blocks from both Downtown Alton and Riverview Park. Step inside to find a freshly painted interior featuring a spacious open-concept living and dining area, perfect for everyday living or entertaining. A bright sunroom with skylights provides the ideal space to relax and opens onto an expansive deck overlooking the backyard. The full unfinished walk-out basement boasts impressive 12-foot ceilings, providing incredible storage now and endless possibilities for future finished living space, a workshop, home gym, or recreation area. Enjoy added peace of mind with a whole-home generator and numerous updates throughout the years, including a furnace (2012), air conditioner (2015), windows (2013 & 2014), front porch railings (2018), exterior paint (2018), breezeway cabinetry (2019), living room window treatments (2019), front screen door (2020), LeafGuard gutter system (2022), kitchen flooring (2023), and washing machine (2025). Whether you're looking for your first home, downsizing, or searching for a home full of charm in a prime location, this one is ready to welcome you home. Agent related to seller.
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Listed by: Tarrant and Harman Real Estate and Auction Co • Robert D Doody • 618-540-5501
$125,000
510 Summit St, Alton, IL 62002
2beds
900sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$898/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1891
2,478 Square Feet Lot
$121,100 Zestimate®
$139/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Freshly painted interiorBright sunroom with skylights
- 42 days |
- 957 |
- 82 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Robert D Doody 618-540-5501,
Tarrant and Harman Real Estate and Auction Co
Source: MARIS,MLS#: 26041625
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Main
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 13x10
Bedroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Main
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 12x9
Bathroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Area: 42
- Dimensions: 7x6
Kitchen
- Features: Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
- Area: 104
- Dimensions: 8x13
Living room
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Main
- Area: 288
- Dimensions: 24x12
Mud room
- Features: Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
- Area: 72
- Dimensions: 18x4
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Full,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 900
- Total interior livable area: 900 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 900
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Features
- Levels: One
Lot
- Size: 2,478 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 40 x 62
Details
- Parcel number: 232071117303014
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
Condition
- Year built: 1891
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Ameren
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: J Mulledys Sub
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Alton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $139/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $114,930
- Annual tax amount: $2,220
- Date on market: 7/2/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 42 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Owner by Contract
Estimated market value
$121,100
$115,000 - $127,000
$1,142/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $125,000+42.9%$139/sqft |
Source:  MARIS #26041625 Report a problem | ||
| 7/16/2012 | Sold | $87,500$97/sqft |
Source: MARIS #4109149 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,220 +11.2% | $38,310 +10.7% |
| 2023 | $1,996 +12.2% | $34,600 +10.6% |
| 2022 | $1,779 +5.6% | $31,280 +6.4% |
| 2021 | $1,686 +4.7% | $29,400 +3.7% |
| 2020 | $1,610 -1.8% | $28,350 +2.3% |
| 2019 | $1,640 | $27,700 +2.7% |
| 2018 | -- | $26,980 |
| 2017 | $1,546 -18.8% | $26,980 |
| 2016 | $1,905 | $26,980 |
| 2015 | $1,905 | $26,980 |
| 2014 | $1,905 | $26,980 -2.6% |
| 2013 | $1,905 | $27,710 -5.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $29,350 -2.9% |
| 2011 | -- | $30,240 -2.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $31,040 +1.7% |
| 2009 | -- | $30,510 +8.8% |
| 2007 | -- | $28,050 +7.9% |
| 2005 | -- | $26,000 +10.9% |
| 2004 | $1,368 +64.9% | $23,450 +5.6% |
| 2003 | $830 +0.4% | $22,210 +0.8% |
| 2002 | $826 | $22,030 +5.4% |
| 2001 | -- | $20,900 +24% |
| 2000 | $845 | $16,860 |
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Neighborhood: 62002
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10West Elementary SchoolGrades: 2-5Distance: 1 mi
- 4/10Alton Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.2 mi
- 3/10Alton High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.4 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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