**Investor Opportunity on a Corner Lot in Alton!**
Located on a corner lot in Alton, Illinois, this unique property offers plenty of space, character, and potential. Currently being sold as a single-family residential structure, the home has a layout that may offer flexible living arrangements, with prior use suggesting possible multi-unit potential. Buyers should independently verify zoning and permitted uses with the appropriate local authorities.
The main portion of the home features hardwood floors, a spacious living area, dining room, large eat-in kitchen, and multiple bedrooms and baths. Additional areas include a small lower-level one-bedroom apartment-style space, a basement area previously set up with apartment-style features, an enclosed front porch, enclosed rear porch, and a one-car built-in garage.
Recent updates within the past six years include a furnace, insulation, air conditioning, and water heater, all added with energy efficiency in mind. The home also features a full basement, a unique stone foundation, and a stone fireplace in the backyard that adds character and charm.
This property is in need of renovation and rejuvenation, and it is priced accordingly. A great opportunity for someone with vision to bring this large, character-filled Alton home back to life.
Active under contract
Listed by: Cisler & Associates Real Estate • David A Cisler • Contact: 618-781-1745
Price cut: $8.6K (6/10)
$39,900
901 Washington Ave, Alton, IL 62002
6beds
2,417sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1924
5,998 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$17/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 42 days |
- 880 |
- 47 |
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Listed by:
David A Cisler 618-781-1745,
Cisler & Associates Real Estate
Source: MARIS,MLS#: 26031752
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 9x11
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 121
- Dimensions: 11x11
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 169
- Dimensions: 13x13
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 255
- Dimensions: 17x15
Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 30
- Dimensions: 6x5
Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 36
- Dimensions: 6x6
Bathroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 56
- Dimensions: 7x8
Den
- Level: Second
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12x11
Dining room
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 14x13
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 169
- Dimensions: 13x13
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13x12
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 15x13
Living room
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 247
- Dimensions: 19x13
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl
- Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,417
- Total interior livable area: 2,417 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,417
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage Faces Side
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Patio & porch: Enclosed, Front Porch, Rear Porch
Lot
- Size: 5,998 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 120
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 232080717303010
- Special conditions: Listing As Is
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
- Foundation: Block, Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Fixer
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1924
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: Debows Add
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Alton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $17/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $55,080
- Annual tax amount: $1,493
- Date on market: 5/23/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 42 days
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Private
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/1/2026 | Contingent | $39,900$17/sqft |
Source:  MARIS #26031752 Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2026 | Price change | $39,900-17.7%$17/sqft |
Source: MARIS #26031752 Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $48,500$20/sqft |
Source: MARIS #26031752 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,493 +6.4% | $18,360 +10.7% |
| 2023 | $1,402 +6.6% | $16,580 +10.6% |
| 2022 | $1,315 +1.9% | $14,990 +6.4% |
| 2021 | $1,291 +2.4% | $14,090 +3.8% |
| 2020 | $1,260 -3.3% | $13,580 +2.3% |
| 2019 | $1,303 | $13,270 +2.7% |
| 2018 | -- | $12,920 +5.9% |
| 2017 | $116 +26% | $12,200 |
| 2016 | $92 | $12,200 |
| 2015 | $92 | $12,200 |
| 2014 | $92 | $12,200 -2.6% |
| 2013 | $92 | $12,530 +43.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $8,730 -62.9% |
| 2011 | -- | $23,500 +67.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $14,020 +1.7% |
| 2009 | -- | $13,780 -37.6% |
| 2007 | -- | $22,090 +6% |
| 2005 | -- | $20,830 +10.9% |
| 2004 | $1,432 +4.7% | $18,790 +5.7% |
| 2003 | $1,369 +136.2% | $17,780 +0.8% |
| 2002 | $580 | $17,640 +26.1% |
| 2001 | -- | $13,990 +3.5% |
| 2000 | $593 | $13,520 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 62002
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10East Elementary SchoolGrades: 3-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 4/10Alton Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 3/10Alton High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Alton Dist 11
- Middle: Alton Dist 11
- High: Alton
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- Illinois
- Madison County
- Alton
- 62002
- 901 Washington Ave
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