Full brick 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath home with the potential to easily convert back to a 3-bedroom floor plan! The eat-in kitchen features granite countertops and plenty of cabinet space. The finished basement provides additional living space with a spacious family room and bonus room, perfect for a home office, playroom, or hobby area. Enjoy your morning coffee on the covered front porch or unwind on the covered back patio overlooking the backyard. The oversized detached 1-car garage (27’ x 19’) includes a concrete floor, power, and a workshop, making it ideal for projects, storage, or extra workspace. A perfect combination of comfort, flexibility, and functionality. MAKE AN APPOINTMENT TODAY!
Single-familyProperty Type
1954Year Built
7,348 sq ftLot Size
$99Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Julie Smith• Tarrant and Harman Real Estate and Auction Co
Est. $1,011 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 236 Alben St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Sep 17, 2026
Sold
$154,000
$103/sq ft
MARIS as Distributed by MLS Grid #26050579
Sep 16, 2026
Sold
*
Aug 9, 2026
Contingent
—
Aug 8, 2026
Listed
$149,000
$99/sq ft
Aug 7, 2026
Coming Soon
$149,000
$99/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 27, 2021
Sold
$134,500
$90/sq ft
MARIS as Distributed by MLS Grid #21046202
Aug 12, 2021
Pending
—
Jul 14, 2021
Contingent
—
Jul 11, 2021
Price Changed
$129,500
$86/sq ft
Jul 4, 2021
Listed
$132,000
$88/sq ft
+30
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11290123
Aug 23, 2021
Sold (MLS)
*
Jul 4, 2021
Listed
$129,500
$86/sq ft
+31
Immaculate all brick home w/ detached oversized garage. Home features two bedrooms, bonus room, living room w/ bay window, hardwood flooring in hallway and bedrooms. Eat-in kitchen offers custom maple cabinetry, granite countertops, appliances and Dura-ceramic tile flooring, full bath. Lower level complete with family room, bonus room, 1/2 bath and washer & dryer in laundry area. Basement professionally waterproofed w/ transferrable warranty. Covered aggregate patio that overlooks a private landscaped backyard. Detached, oversized garage w/ workbench. Concrete driveway. Agent Related to Seller.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,617 (+8.9%)
$3,990 + $41,190
$45,180
2024
$3,322 (+6.4%)
$3,990 + $41,190
$45,180
2023
$3,122 (+6.6%)
$3,610 + $37,260
$40,870
2022
$2,928 (+26.0%)
$2,950 + $30,420
$33,370
2021
$2,323 (+180.3%)
$2,950 + $30,420
$33,370
2019
$829 (−52.5%)
$2,770 + $28,590
$31,360
2018
$1,745 (+1.4%)
$2,610 + $26,940
$29,550
2017
$1,720 (+2.0%)
$2,540 + $26,240
$28,780
2016
$1,686 (−2.4%)
$2,540 + $26,240
$28,780
2015
$1,728 (+6.1%)
$2,540 + $26,240
$28,780
2013
$1,628
$2,610 + $26,950
$29,560
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
—
Lot width
70 ft.
Lot depth
105 ft.
Lot size
7,350 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,025
Year built
1954
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Madison County
APN
232081709102021
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 28, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Detached, Garage
Garage Spaces: 1
Has Garage
Garage Size Description: 27x19
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
# of Bedrooms Main: 2
Main And Upper Level Bedrooms: 2
Upper Level Bedrooms: 0
Lower Level Bedrooms: 0
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
Main Level Bathrooms Half: 0
Main Level Bathrooms Full: 1
Main And Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
Upper Level Bathrooms Half: 0
Upper Level Bathrooms Full: 0
Lower Level Bathrooms Half: 0
Lower Level Bathrooms Full: 1
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Library
Room Dimensions: 18x13
Room Length: 18
Room Width: 13
Room Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Dimensions: 10x13
Room Length: 10
Room Width: 13
Room Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Bathroom
Room Dimensions: 10x6
Room Length: 10
Room Width: 6
Room Level: Main
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Mud Room
Room Dimensions: 10x3
Room Length: 10
Room Width: 3
Room Level: Main
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Dimensions: 8x10
Room Length: 8
Room Width: 10
Room Level: Main
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Dimensions: 13x9
Room Length: 13
Room Width: 9
Room Level: Main
Room 7 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Dimensions: 11x12
Room Length: 11
Room Width: 12
Room Level: Main
Room 8 Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Dimensions: 26x15
Room Length: 26
Room Width: 15
Room 9 Information
Room Type: Bonus Room
Room Dimensions: 10x11
Room Length: 10
Room Width: 11
Room 10 Information
Room Type: Bathroom
Room Dimensions: 38x11
Room Length: 38
Room Width: 11
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: In Basement
Basement Information
Has Basement
Basement Features: Partially Finished, Full
Other Rooms Information
Room Count: 10
# of Rooms: 8
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Forced Air
Cooling Information: Central Air
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick Veneer
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Patio
Fencing: Vinyl
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,025
Lot Information
Lot Features: Back Yard
Lot Size Acres: 0.1687
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,617
Tax Year: 2025
Lease / Rent Details
Lease Considered YN: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Electric: Ameren
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: ALTON DIST 11
Middle Or Junior High School: ALTON DIST 11
High School: Alton
High School District: Alton DIST 11
Location Information
Address Line: 236 Alben ST, ALTN IL 62002
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,025
Stories: —
Lot Size: 7,350 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1954
Year Renovated: —
County: Madison County
APN: 232081709102021
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 28, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Home Warranty YN: No
Home Information
Living Area: 1500
Living Area Source: Estimated
Living Area Srch Sq Ft: 1500.00
Above Grade Finished Area Srch Sq Ft: 1025.00
Public Records
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
West Elementary School
Public 2-5 • Assigned • 3.5mi
3/10
Alton Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi
4/10
Alton High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.5mi
3/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Alton, IL • 62002
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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56
41
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29
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Sun exposure
79/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.5 hrs
5.2 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$146,000 – $176,000
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