Looking for a spacious property conveniently located in Cottage Hills ??? ..... Look no further than 427 Ruth Avenue. This 3 bed ranch is nestled on over an acre. This home has had some recent updates with flooring, fresh paint, plumbing upgrades and a recently water proofed basement. This property offers an additional two car garage and another screened in building that could be great for storage or entertaining.
Single-familyProperty Type
1960Year Built
1.24 acresLot Size
$127Price/Sq.Ft.
4 car garageParking
Listed by Drew Hartman• Tarrant and Harman Real Estate and Auction Co
Cottage Hills, located between Bethalto and East Alton, is a residential and semi-rural Alton neighborhood with wooded lots and a low-slung, small-town streetscape. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Cottage Hills Road corridor near the Cottage Hills VFW, where local taverns, service shops, and weekend fish-fry chatter set the tone. Housing leans toward mid-century ranches, modest cottages, and newer builds on larger parcels, with long driveways and mature trees shaping the view. The pace feels porch-forward, with backyards, garages, and open sky doing much of the social work. For a classic community night out, the Cottage Hills VFW Post 1308 and nearby local diners act as familiar anchors. Daily life orbits short drives to Alton’s riverfront and the retail strips in neighboring towns.
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Offer insights
427 Ruth Ave · $225,625
$226K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $226K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
88 days
The average home goes pending in 36 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
99.9%
Most homes are selling 0% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Two fireplaces
Mud room
Family room
Living room
Dining room
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms on the main level
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom on the main level
Kitchen
Electric oven
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Sump pump
French drain
Heating & cooling
Forced air heating (natural gas)
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Back yard
Some trees
Home design
Single family residence
One level
Parking
Attached garage with space for 4 cars
Construction
Brick construction
Basement with 8 ft+ pour and concrete
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity connected (single phase)
Natural gas connected
Electricity and solar
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Wow you don't want to miss all this property has to offer! Full sprawling brick ranch with 3 parcels, two car attached garage, 2 car detached garage on one parcel and another detached garage/workshop/apartment on the other! Featuring 3 bedrooms, 1 large full bath on main level and one on the waterproofed lower level. Large living area/wood burning fireplace/formal dining room and three large bedrooms on the main level. Parcels include 19-2-08-11-03-301-025, 19-2-08-11-03-301-301-024, 19-2-08-11-03-301-023.001. Home features 4 seasons room addition, spacious kitchen with appliances included, formal dining area, dual HVAC one set 3 years old, roof 3 years old and so much more. Make your appointment today to see this one of a kind rare gem right in the heart of town! Home is being sold as is. Seller will not make any repairs, pay for any inspections, or provide an occupancy permit.
Public Records
Mar 31, 1995
Sold
$100,000
$56/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,714 (+6.4%)
$3,790 + $57,590
$61,380
2024
$4,432 (+158.0%)
$3,790 + $57,590
$61,380
2023
$1,718 (−3.6%)
$3,500 + $53,150
$56,650
2022
$1,782 (−50.3%)
$3,010 + $45,780
$48,790
2021
$3,587 (+79.3%)
$3,010 + $45,780
$48,790
2019
$2,001 (−0.5%)
$2,810 + $42,670
$45,480
2018
$2,010 (+0.3%)
$2,630 + $39,880
$42,510
2017
$2,005 (+0.5%)
$2,500 + $37,900
$40,400
2016
$1,995 (+4.3%)
$2,500 + $37,900
$40,400
2015
$1,913 (+5.3%)
$2,440 + $36,990
$39,430
2013
$1,817
$2,440 + $37,130
$39,570
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
—
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.62 Acres
Year renovated
1976
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,778
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,778
Year built
1960
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Madison County
APN
192081103301024
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2026.
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
Cottage Hills, IL • 62018
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Sun exposure
90/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Cottage Hills. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.7 hrs
6 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 427 Ruth Ave
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Nearby homes have recently listed between $168,900 and $270,000.
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