STUNNING FRENCH ARCHITECTURE IN THE HEART OF DOWNTOWN ALTON! THIS ALL BRICK HOME HAS MANY UNIQUE DETAILS FROM THE SOARING 2 STORY FOYER WITH GRAND CURVED STAIRCASE TO ITS BEAUTIFUL PARK LIKE ONE ACRE LOT THIS HOME IS A MUST SEE! THE HOME INCLUDES 3 BEDROOMS, 3 BATHROOMS, 2 CAR ATTACHED GARAGE, FENCED YARD, STAINLESS KITCHEN APPLIANCES THAT STAY ALONG WITH THE WASHER AND DRYER. THE LARGE LIVING ROOM BOASTS A LARGE LIVING AREA AND FRENCH DOORS TO A SCENIC PATIO OVERLOOKING THE FRONT YARD. OTHER FEATURES INCLUDE RADIANT HEAT IN THE FLOORS WITH ALL NEW PIPING AND INSULATION JUST INSTALLED IN 2016, 3 ENORMOUS ATTIC FANS THAT BRING IN FRESH AIR THROUGHOUT THE HOME, NEW ROOF INSTALLED IN 2019, WATER HEATER 2016, HARDWOOD FLOORS UNDER THE CARPET, ONE SIDE OF THE 2 CAR GARAGE IS FULLY HEATED AND HAS A LARGE STORAGE CLOSET FOR TONS OF EXTRA SPACE, SHED OUTSIDE STAYS. ALL THIS AND MINUTES FROM THE ALTON MARINA AND THE CLARK BRIDGE FOR EASY ACCESS TO ST. LOUIS. COME CHECK IT OUT TODAY!
STUNNING FRENCH ARCHITECTURE IN THE HEART OF DOWNTOWN ALTON! THIS ALL BRICK HOME HAS MANY UNIQUE DETAILS FROM THE SOARING 2 STORY FOYER WITH GRAND CURVED STAIRCASE TO ITS BEAUTIFUL PARK LIKE ONE ACRE LOT THIS HOME IS A MUST SEE! THE HOME INCLUDES 3 BEDROOMS, 3 BATHROOMS, 2 CAR ATTACHED GARAGE, FENCED YARD, STAINLESS KITCHEN APPLIANCES THAT STAY ALONG WITH THE WASHER AND DRYER. THE LARGE LIVING ROOM BOASTS A LARGE LIVING AREA AND FRENCH DOORS TO A SCENIC PATIO OVERLOOKING THE FRONT YARD. OTHER FEATURES INCLUDE RADIANT HEAT IN THE FLOORS WITH ALL NEW PIPING AND INSULATION JUST INSTALLED IN 2016, 3 ENORMOUS ATTIC FANS THAT BRING IN FRESH AIR THROUGHOUT THE HOME, NEW ROOF INSTALLED IN 2019, WATER HEATER 2016, HARDWOOD FLOORS UNDER THE CARPET, ONE SIDE OF THE 2 CAR GARAGE IS FULLY HEATED AND HAS A LARGE STORAGE CLOSET FOR TONS OF EXTRA SPACE, SHED OUTSIDE STAYS. ALL THIS AND MINUTES FROM THE ALTON MARINA AND THE CLARK BRIDGE FOR EASY ACCESS TO ST. LOUIS. COME CHECK IT OUT TODAY!
MARIS as Distributed by MLS Grid #20059010
Aug 29, 2020
Price Changed
$269,500
$130/sq ft
Aug 17, 2020
Listed
$275,000
$132/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 3, 2005
Sold
$190,000
$91/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,771 (+9.6%)
$10,550 + $92,530
$103,080
2024
$7,092 (+7.2%)
$10,550 + $92,530
$103,080
2023
$6,615 (+7.5%)
$9,540 + $83,700
$93,240
2022
$6,152 (−6.1%)
$7,790 + $68,330
$76,120
2021
$6,553 (+8.7%)
$7,790 + $68,330
$76,120
2019
$6,030 (+3.0%)
$7,320 + $64,210
$71,530
2018
$5,855 (+4.1%)
$6,900 + $60,510
$67,410
2017
$5,626 (+2.0%)
$6,720 + $57,430
$64,150
2016
$5,514 (−2.4%)
$6,720 + $57,430
$64,150
2015
$5,651 (+7.6%)
$6,720 + $57,430
$64,150
2013
$5,254
$6,900 + $58,990
$65,890
Tax history for 701 Union St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,771 (+9.6%)
$10,550 + $92,530
$103,080
2024
$7,092 (+7.2%)
$10,550 + $92,530
$103,080
2023
$6,615 (+7.5%)
$9,540 + $83,700
$93,240
2022
$6,152 (−6.1%)
$7,790 + $68,330
$76,120
2021
$6,553 (+8.7%)
$7,790 + $68,330
$76,120
2019
$6,030 (+3.0%)
$7,320 + $64,210
$71,530
2018
$5,855 (+4.1%)
$6,900 + $60,510
$67,410
2017
$5,626 (+2.0%)
$6,720 + $57,430
$64,150
2016
$5,514 (−2.4%)
$6,720 + $57,430
$64,150
2015
$5,651 (+7.6%)
$6,720 + $57,430
$64,150
2013
$5,254
$6,900 + $58,990
$65,890
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
185 ft.
Lot depth
255 ft.
Lot size
1.08 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,485
Year built
1963
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Madison County
APN
232071217301010001
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 12, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Workshop in Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Carport Spaces: 0
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Main: 0
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms (Total): 1
# of Main and Upper Bathrooms: 3
Main Level # of Half Bathrooms: 1
Basement Information
Basement Features: None
Other Rooms Information
# of Rooms: 8
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Non Functional, Woodburning Fireplce
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating Information: Radiant Floor
Cooling Information: Electric
Interior Features
Interior Features: Some Wood Floors
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick
Property Information
Ownership Type: Owner by Contract
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Residential
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,077
Above Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
Below Grade Finished Area Source: County Records
Lot Information
Lot Features: Fencing
Lot Size Acres: 1.083
Lot Size Dimensions: 185 x 255
Lot Size Source: County Records
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,030
Tax Year: 2019
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
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
Directions: Henry to Union
Cross Street: Henry
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,485
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.08 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1963
Year Renovated: —
County: Madison County
APN: 232071217301010001
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 12, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 2077
Levels: One and One Half
Around this home
Schools
North Elementary School
Public 2-5 • Assigned • 3.7mi
4/10
Alton Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
4/10
Alton High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.8mi
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
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
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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
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$298,000 – $361,000
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