CHARMING, UPDATED & FULLY FURNISHED IN A DESIRABLE ALTON LOCATION! Don’t let the 1 bedroom fool you—this home feels so much larger than you’d expect! High ceilings, an extra-large living room and a spacious dining room create an open, airy feel with plenty of room to relax and entertain. The welcoming kitchen complements the home’s fresh, modern look and offers a comfortable, functional space for everyday living.
The updates are already done for you! Features include a NEW FURNACE, NEW front and back doors, TWO NEW windows, fresh paint throughout including the trim, and sewer line replacement inside the home, with the exterior line replaced by the city with prior owner. Even better, the washer and dryer have been relocated to the main level for added convenience. The basement provides additional storage space.
Step outside to the covered back deck overlooking a mostly fenced, flat yard—the perfect peaceful spot for morning coffee or relaxing at the end of the day. You may even catch the neighborhood deer stopping by!
Sellers are looking to have the DRIVEWAY completed by closing date!
Whether you’re looking to downsize, purchase your first home, simplify your lifestyle, attend school nearby, or add to your investment portfolio, this property offers plenty of possibilities. Being offered fully furnished also creates an exciting opportunity for someone considering a turnkey furnished or mid-term rental for traveling nurses and other professionals.
Updated, furnished, surprisingly spacious and ready for its next chapter—this Alton gem is one you’ll want to see! Ask your agent about a driveway!
Home is being offered furnished. Furnishings, appliances, decor, and/or personal property included with the sale are limited to the specific items identified by the seller/listing agent. Please refer to the MLS supplements list for complete details. Items not specifically identified as included are excluded from the sale.
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Listed by: Keller Williams Marquee • Yvonne Rushton • 618-531-2752
$133,000
834 Douglas St, Alton, IL 62002
1beds
1,040sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1941
6,625 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$128/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
High ceilingsFresh modern lookMostly fenced flat yardOpen airy feelWelcoming kitchenSpacious dining roomCovered back deck
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Yvonne Rushton 618-531-2752,
Keller Williams Marquee
Source: MARIS,MLS#: 26058730
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Electric, Forced Air
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Built-In Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Concrete,Storage Space,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,040
- Total interior livable area: 1,040 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,040
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch
- Fencing: Back Yard,Fenced,Partial
Lot
- Size: 6,625 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Near Public Transit
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 232070320405016
- Special conditions: Listing As Is
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1941
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Ameren
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Water Available, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Turners Sub
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Services included: None
- HOA name: NONE
Location
- Region: Alton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $128/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $96,900
- Annual tax amount: $2,378
- Date on market: 9/19/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 10 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Owner by Contract
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $133,000+82.2%$128/sqft |
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| 9/9/2025 | Sold | $73,000-8.8%$70/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/21/2006 | Sold | $80,000$77/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,138 +9.1% | $32,300 +10.7% |
| 2023 | $1,960 +9.7% | $29,170 +10.6% |
| 2022 | $1,787 +3.8% | $26,370 +6.4% |
| 2021 | $1,721 +3.6% | $24,790 +3.7% |
| 2020 | $1,662 -2.5% | $23,910 +2.4% |
| 2019 | $1,705 | $23,360 +0.7% |
| 2018 | -- | $23,190 |
| 2017 | $1,663 +6.4% | $23,190 |
| 2016 | $1,563 | $23,190 |
| 2015 | $1,563 | $23,190 |
| 2014 | $1,563 | $23,190 -2.6% |
| 2013 | $1,563 | $23,810 -5% |
| 2012 | -- | $25,060 -2.9% |
| 2011 | -- | $25,820 -2.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $26,490 +1.7% |
| 2009 | -- | $26,040 +8.8% |
| 2007 | -- | $23,940 +25.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $19,060 +10.8% |
| 2004 | $1,044 +6.2% | $17,200 +5.7% |
| 2003 | $984 +1.5% | $16,280 +0.8% |
| 2002 | $969 | $16,150 +5.5% |
| 2001 | -- | $15,310 +3.5% |
| 2000 | $885 | $14,790 |
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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.






