Welcome to this charming 1 and 1/2 story cottage with a welcoming enclosed front porch, and a detached garage, situated along historic brick streets. This homes offers four
bedrooms, a dedicated home office, and two bathrooms. Fresh paint and new carpeting create a clean, welcoming feel. Situated on a corner lot, this property offers plenty of space, including a fenced backyard and garage. The full basement provides an abundance of storage and includes a full bathroom, offering excellent potential for additional living, recreation, or workspace. While the basement is currently unfinished, the possibilities are there to make the space your own.
Many of the major updates have already been completed, including HVAC (2025), new roof (2025), and some newer windows, giving you peace of mind and a head start on future improvements.
Affordably priced and move-in ready, this home is a great opportunity for buyers looking for space, updates, and value. Come see all this property has to offer and make it your own!
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Listed by: RE/MAX River Bend • Sharon K Pratt • 618-973-1056
$169,000
615 George St, Alton, IL 62002
5beds
1,667sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1902
5,998 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$101/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fenced backyardTwo bathroomsDedicated home officeDetached garageCorner lotFresh paintSome newer windows
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Listed by:
Sharon K Pratt 618-973-1056,
RE/MAX River Bend,
Nancy E Trask 618-580-6744,
RE/MAX River Bend
Source: MARIS,MLS#: 26062070
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Bedroom
- Description: Primary Bedroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Main
- Area: 140
- Dimensions: 14x10
Bedroom
- Description: Bedroom 2
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Main
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12x10
Bedroom
- Description: Bedroom 3
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Main
- Area: 96
- Dimensions: 12x8
Bedroom
- Description: Bedroom 4
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Upper
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 10x13
Bedroom
- Description: Bedroom 5
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Upper
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 10x13
Family room
- Description: Family Room
- Features: Floor Covering: Laminate
- Level: Main
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14x11
Kitchen
- Description: Kitchen
- Features: Floor Covering: Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13x12
Office
- Description: Home Office
- Features: Floor Covering: Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Area: 30
- Dimensions: 5x6
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
- Basement: Block
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,667
- Total interior livable area: 1,667 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,667
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Patio & porch: Enclosed, Porch
- Fencing: Back Yard
Lot
- Size: 5,998 Square Feet
- Dimensions: .138 ac
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 232071120404008
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1902
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Ameren
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Not In A Subdivision
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Alton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $101/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $91,290
- Annual tax amount: $2,693
- Date on market: 9/30/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $169,000+207.8%$101/sqft |
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| 5/5/2018 | Listing removed | $54,900$33/sqft |
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| 10/27/2017 | Price change | $54,900-8.3%$33/sqft |
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| 9/25/2017 | Price change | $59,900-3.2%$36/sqft |
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| 8/23/2017 | Price change | $61,900-3.1%$37/sqft |
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| 7/6/2017 | Listed for sale | $63,900-1.5%$38/sqft |
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| 10/30/2015 | Listing removed | $64,900$39/sqft |
Source: LANDMARK REALTY-GODFREY #4406137 Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2015 | Listed for sale | $64,900+30.1%$39/sqft |
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| 10/1/2013 | Listing removed | $49,900$30/sqft |
Source: Landmark Realty, Inc. #4210474 Report a problem | ||
| 7/19/2013 | Listed for sale | $49,900-10.7%$30/sqft |
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| 4/9/2013 | Listing removed | $55,900$34/sqft |
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| 3/20/2013 | Listed for sale | $55,900-25.4%$34/sqft |
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| 12/3/2010 | Listing removed | $74,900$45/sqft |
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| 11/26/2010 | Listed for sale | $74,900$45/sqft |
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| 10/9/2010 | Listing removed | $74,900$45/sqft |
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| 4/30/2010 | Price change | $74,900-2.7%$45/sqft |
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| 4/9/2010 | Listed for sale | $77,000+126.5%$46/sqft |
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| 5/29/2009 | Sold | $34,000$20/sqft |
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| 12/7/2008 | Price change | $34,000-12.8%$20/sqft |
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| 11/15/2008 | Price change | $39,000-13.3%$23/sqft |
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| 8/30/2008 | Price change | $45,000-47.7%$27/sqft |
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| 8/20/2008 | Listed for sale | -- |
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| 10/6/2006 | Sold | $86,000+102.4%$52/sqft |
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| 12/29/2005 | Sold | $42,500-9.1%$25/sqft |
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| 8/29/2005 | Sold | $46,755-29.2%$28/sqft |
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| 12/18/2003 | Sold | $66,000$40/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,474 +6.4% | $30,430 +10.7% |
| 2023 | $2,324 +6.7% | $27,480 +10.6% |
| 2022 | $2,179 +1.9% | $24,840 +6.4% |
| 2021 | $2,139 +2.4% | $23,350 +3.7% |
| 2020 | $2,089 -3.3% | $22,510 +2.3% |
| 2019 | $2,160 | $22,000 +2.7% |
| 2018 | -- | $21,420 |
| 2017 | $2,072 +7.4% | $21,420 |
| 2016 | $1,930 | $21,420 |
| 2015 | $1,930 | $21,420 |
| 2014 | $1,930 | $21,420 -2.6% |
| 2013 | $1,930 | $22,000 -5% |
| 2012 | -- | $23,160 -2.9% |
| 2011 | -- | $23,860 -2.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $24,500 -15.7% |
| 2009 | -- | $29,080 +23.5% |
| 2007 | -- | $23,550 +27.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $18,450 +33.3% |
| 2004 | $1,055 +42.8% | $13,840 +5.6% |
| 2003 | $739 +288.7% | $13,100 +0.8% |
| 2002 | $190 | $13,000 +15.2% |
| 2001 | -- | $11,280 +3.6% |
| 2000 | $194 | $10,890 |
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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.
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