W/ records dating to 1865, this historic charmer features stunning Mississippi River views & a clear shot of the Clark Bridge. Adorable brick row house w/ an endearing mix of rich history & modern amenities. Features built-in bookshelves, exposed brick, 10 ft ceilings on 2nd flr, a clawfoot tub w/ shower conversion, stained glass, lots of newer flooring/lighting/paint, & a private cedar-fenced 19x19 patio positioned perfectly for outdoor entertainment, fireworks viewing, concert listening, & parade watching. Walking distance to downtown Alton dining, shopping, entertainment, & schools. Modern kitchen & remodeled 2nd flr bathroom. Private driveway, good-sized storage shed (16x8) w/ electric, & large 3rd flr bonus room (18x15) are major pluses. Stainless kitchen appliances (including dishwasher & over-the-range microwave) included. Property has been recognized by the Alton Historical Society. Home warranty supreme option offered by Seller. Don't miss this awesome piece of Alton history!
Single-familyProperty Type
1,873 sq ftLot Size
$102Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Scott Yanta• Coldwell Banker Brown Realtors
Bought with Scott Yanta• Coldwell Banker Brown Realtors
The history on this house to the best of the sellers knowledge was built in 1865. They have the original abstract to the house. This house is on the Alton Historical Society. You will be in AWE from the moment you walk into this home and then enter the back yard. Watch the parade, fireworks, listen to the concerts and just take in the beautiful view of the river and the Clark bridge right in your back yard. This 2.5 story home has 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, updated kitchen, newer appliances, newer HVAC, claw foot tub, stained glass windows and much more. This home does have a driveway with off street parking. There is a bonus room on the third floor. Don't miss out on this one. Buyer to verify all MLS information including but not limited to square feet, measurements, lot size, features, exemptions/taxes, schools, etc.
Public Records
Sep 13, 2016
Sold
$96,100
$61/sq ft
MARIS as Distributed by MLS Grid #16033156
Sep 7, 2016
Pending
—
Sep 6, 2016
Sold
*
Aug 10, 2016
Contingent
—
Aug 5, 2016
Relisted
—
Jul 4, 2016
Pending
—
Jun 22, 2016
Price Changed
$98,000
$63/sq ft
May 13, 2016
Listed
$104,900
$67/sq ft
+20
ADORABLE TURN OF THE CENTURY BRICK ROW HOUSE WITH AN INCREDIBLE VIEW OF THE RIVER AND CLARK BRIDGE! THIS TWO BEDROOM, TWO BATH HOME HAS HARD WOOD FLOORS, AN UPDATED KITCHEN WITH NEWER APPLIANCES INCLUDED, BUILT-IN BOOKSHELVES, EXPOSED BRICK, A CLAW FOOT TUB, STAINED GLASS WINDOWS, A 19 X 19 PRIVATE PATIO FOR ENDLESS OUTDOOR ENTERTAINMENT AND WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE OF ALL THE WONDERFUL RESTAURANTS AND SHOPS IN DOWNTOWN ALTON. WHAT MORE COULD YOU ASK FOR IN A CITY HOME? THE HOUSE HAS A DRIVEWAY TO PARK A FEW CARS AS WELL AS STREET PARKING, A NICE SIZE STORAGE SHED (16 X 8) A THIRD FLOOR BONUS ROOM THAT WAS USED AS A CHILD'S BEDROOM BUT COULD BE USED AS A STORAGE AREA OR PLAYROOM. THERE IS A PARTIAL CELLAR THAT IS ACCESSED THRU THE FLOOR IN THE MAIN BATHROOM THAT CONTAINS THE HVAC AND WATER HEATER. DON'T MISS CHECKING THIS PROPERTY OUT - IT IS A GEM THAT WILL NOT LAST LONG!
Public Records
Oct 31, 2003
Sold
$95,000
$61/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,814 (+8.9%)
$1,330 + $46,320
$47,650
2024
$3,504 (+6.4%)
$1,330 + $46,320
$47,650
2023
$3,292 (+6.6%)
$1,200 + $41,900
$43,100
2022
$3,087 (+1.9%)
$980 + $34,210
$35,190
2021
$3,030 (+53.0%)
$980 + $34,210
$35,190
2019
$1,980 (+4.3%)
$920 + $32,150
$33,070
2018
$1,899 (+1.4%)
$870 + $30,290
$31,160
2017
$1,872 (−18.9%)
$850 + $29,500
$30,350
2016
$2,309 (+10.3%)
$850 + $29,500
$30,350
2015
$2,094 (+7.2%)
$850 + $26,700
$27,550
2013
$1,954
$860 + $27,420
$28,280
Tax history for 409 E 3rd St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,814 (+8.9%)
$1,330 + $46,320
$47,650
2024
$3,504 (+6.4%)
$1,330 + $46,320
$47,650
2023
$3,292 (+6.6%)
$1,200 + $41,900
$43,100
2022
$3,087 (+1.9%)
$980 + $34,210
$35,190
2021
$3,030 (+53.0%)
$980 + $34,210
$35,190
2019
$1,980 (+4.3%)
$920 + $32,150
$33,070
2018
$1,899 (+1.4%)
$870 + $30,290
$31,160
2017
$1,872 (−18.9%)
$850 + $29,500
$30,350
2016
$2,309 (+10.3%)
$850 + $29,500
$30,350
2015
$2,094 (+7.2%)
$850 + $26,700
$27,550
2013
$1,954
$860 + $27,420
$28,280
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
—
Stories
2
Lot width
35 ft.
Lot depth
53 ft.
Lot size
1,873 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
621
Year built
1890
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Madison County
APN
232071408202009
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 12, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Covered Spaces: 0
Parking Features: Additional Parking, Off Street
Carport Spaces: 0
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Main: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms (Total): 1
# of Main and Upper Bathrooms: 2
Main Level # of Full Bathrooms: 1
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Dimensions: 14x13
Room Length: 14
Room Width: 13
Room Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Dimensions: 13x12
Room Length: 13
Room Width: 12
Room Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Dimensions: 12x8
Room Length: 12
Room Width: 8
Room Level: Main
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Dimensions: 14x7
Room Length: 14
Room Width: 7
Room Level: Main
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Bathroom
Room Dimensions: 7x6
Room Length: 7
Room Width: 6
Room Level: Main
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Dimensions: 14x12
Room Length: 14
Room Width: 12
Room Level: Upper
Room 7 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Dimensions: 14x10
Room Length: 14
Room Width: 10
Room Level: Upper
Room 8 Information
Room Type: Laundry
Room Dimensions: 22x7
Room Length: 22
Room Width: 7
Room Level: Upper
Room 9 Information
Room Type: Bathroom
Room Dimensions: 7x6
Room Length: 7
Room Width: 6
Room Level: Upper
Room 10 Information
Room Type: Bonus Room
Room Dimensions: 18x15
Room Length: 18
Room Width: 15
Room Level: Upper
Basement Information
Has Basement
Basement Features: Cellar, Partial, Unfinished
Other Rooms Information
# of Rooms: 10
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating Information: Forced Air
Cooling Information: Electric, Other
Interior Features
Interior Features: Bookcases, Historic/Period Mlwk, Special Millwork, Window Treatments, Some Wood Floors
Window Features: Sliding Glass Doors, Some Stained Glass
Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Gas Oven, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick, Fl Brick/Stn Veneer
Property Information
Ownership Type: Private
Development Status: Unknown
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Residential
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,564
Above Grade Finished Area Source: Appraiser
Lot Information
Lot Features: Fencing, River, Sidewalks, Streetlights, Water View
Lot Size Acres: 0.043
Lot Size Dimensions: 35 X 53.5
Lot Size Source: County Records
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,030
Tax Year: 2021
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
HOA Information
Association Amenities: Workshop Area
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
Directions: Landmarks Blvd to Langdon St, left on E 3rd St, home will be on the left
Cross Street: George Street
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 621
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1,873 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1890
Year Renovated: —
County: Madison County
APN: 232071408202009
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 12, 2026
Other
Listing Date Information
Expected Active Date: Sunday, July 31, 2022
Home Information
Living Area: 1564
Levels: Two and a Half
Around this home
Schools
West Elementary School
Public 2-5 • Assigned • 1.3mi
3/10
Alton Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi
4/10
Alton High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.3mi
3/10
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Lifestyle
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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
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 21 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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Alton, IL • 62002
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.8 hours in
June and 4.1 hours in December, which is comparable to the
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Estimated sale price
$152,000 – $184,000
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