A rare opportunity to reimagine one of Alton’s truly distinctive spaces. Located in the heart of historic Middletown, this impressive brick and stone former church at 720 Henry Street offers extraordinary character, remarkable scale, and possibilities limited only by your vision. Step inside and immediately understand what makes this property special. Soaring ceilings reaching approximately 40 feet in portions of the building, incredible stained-glass windows, beautiful architectural details and original millwork create a setting that simply cannot be replicated. The expansive main level offers approximately 10,000 square feet and includes the former sanctuary, generous gathering and banquet spaces, kitchen area, offices, multiple restrooms and additional flexible rooms. Additional square footage in the basement, complete with walk-up access, provides even more room to create, expand and transform. Adding to the property's appeal are three new high-efficiency gas furnaces with central air conditioning, along with portions of the roof that have been replaced with architectural shingles—valuable improvements that complement the building's historic character.
Continue its legacy as a place of worship, envision an unforgettable event venue, explore a residential or multi-unit conversion, create an extraordinary live/work environment, or bring an entirely new concept to life. With approximately half an acre, plenty of off-street parking and an incredible amount of usable space, this property presents an opportunity rarely found in the Alton market. Situated among the historic architecture of Middletown and convenient to Downtown Alton, local dining and entertainment, the riverfront and the Clark Bridge, this building combines character, space and accessibility in a location rich with history.
Buildings like this do not come along often. Whether preserving what has made this property special for generations or writing an entirely new chapter within its walls, 720 Henry Street is ready for someone with the vision to see what it can become.
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Listed by: Tarrant and Harman Real Estate and Auction Co • Robert D Doody • 618-540-5501
Est. $1
720 Henry St, Alton, IL 62002
0beds
10,000sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1880
0.49 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Beautiful architectural detailsMultiple restroomsAdditional flexible roomsPlenty of off-street parkingFormer sanctuaryKitchen areaApproximately half an acre
- 25 days
- 1,539
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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#: 26067747
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 0
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 7
- Main level bathrooms: 4
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 10,000
- Total interior livable area: 10,000 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 10,000
Property
Features
- Levels: One
Lot
- Size: 0.49 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 232071120403019
- Special conditions: Auction
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- Year built: 1880
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Single Phase
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: City/Alton
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Alton
Financial & listing details
- Annual tax amount: $2,820
- Date on market: 10/21/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 212 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Brick
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Public tax history
Tax history is unavailable.
Climate risks
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.

