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Last listed at $225,000, CLOSED ON Jan 2020

$341,012

•

1,856

sq ft

520 Ruth Ave, Cottage Hills, IL 62018

About this home

If you're needing square footage this well-kept home is worth the look. Approximately 1800 sq ft of quality living space on each level of this brick and vinyl ranch. The 3 bedroom 4 bath home features beautiful wood flooring, fireplace, split bedroom floor plan, screened sun-room off the kitchen, and vaulted ceilings in the living room. The spacious master bedroom has its own large master bath, whirlpool tub, and walk-in closet. With a full finished walk out basement, there is more impressive square footage, large family room, and over 600 square feet of well finished Office Space, with its own entrance, HVAC and spacious parking just outside the door. It's being used as a business, but would be perfect fit for a mother in law suite. The attached oversize garage with floor drain and water is a car Lover's Dream. This home is in the Bethalto school district and sits on over an acre of property with deck and above ground pool, it is a Must-See!

Single-familyProperty Type

1996Year Built

1.37 acresLot Size

$184Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Bobby Hosfelt • Tarrant And Harman Real Estate

Bought with Daniele Frymire • Dream Home Realty Centre, Wr

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:MARIS as Distributed by MLS Grid #19078666

Redfin Estimate

$341,012

$116K over list price of $225K

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This home's estimate is 33.3% higher than the average sale price ($256K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 17, 2026
$233,000
A
3 beds1.5 baths1,439 sq ft
47 Eva Ave, Cottage Hills, IL 62018
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$350,000
B
3 beds2.5 baths1,944 sq ft
1168 N 6th St, Wood River, IL 62095
SOLD JUL 28, 2026
$230,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,872 sq ft
733 W Airwood Dr, East Alton, IL 62024
SOLD FEB 20, 2026
$236,900
D
3 beds2 baths2,018 sq ft
226 S 9th St, East Alton, IL 62024
SOLD DEC 2, 2025
$235,000
E
3 beds2.5 baths1,860 sq ft
207 Stolze Dr, East Alton, IL 62024
SOLD JUN 1, 2026
$250,000
F
3 beds2 baths2,592 sq ft
1 Marilyn Ct, East Alton, IL 62024

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Market trends in 62018, IL

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

103.1%

+2.9% MoM

Median sale price

$185K

$50K MoM

Avg. days on market

27d

7 days MoM

Recently sold homes

1 MoM

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Sale history for 520 Ruth Ave

Date

Event

Price

Public Records

Jan 27, 2020

Sold

$215,000

$116/sq ft

MARIS as Distributed by MLS Grid #19078666

Jan 17, 2020

Sold

Jan 5, 2020

Pending

—

Dec 23, 2019

Contingent

—

Oct 25, 2019

Listed

$225,000

$121/sq ft

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11289389

Jan 17, 2020

Sold (MLS)

Oct 22, 2019

Listed

$225,000

$121/sq ft

+65

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$6,368 (+7.0%)

$11,700 + $77,210

$88,910

2024

$5,951 (+3.3%)

$11,700 + $77,210

$88,910

2023

$5,763 (+5.2%)

$10,800 + $71,260

$82,060

2022

$5,477 (+0.8%)

$9,290 + $61,310

$70,600

2021

$5,434 (−24.3%)

$9,290 + $61,310

$70,600

2019

$7,174 (+1.6%)

$8,660 + $57,140

$65,800

2018

$7,062 (+3.8%)

$8,090 + $73,280

$81,370

2017

$6,802 (+3.2%)

$7,690 + $69,640

$77,330

2016

$6,593 (+4.3%)

$7,690 + $69,640

$77,330

2015

$6,324 (+4.8%)

$7,510 + $67,970

$75,480

2013

$6,032

$7,540 + $68,220

$75,760

Tax history for 520 Ruth Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$6,368 (+7.0%)

$11,700 + $77,210

$88,910

2024

$5,951 (+3.3%)

$11,700 + $77,210

$88,910

2023

$5,763 (+5.2%)

$10,800 + $71,260

$82,060

2022

$5,477 (+0.8%)

$9,290 + $61,310

$70,600

2021

$5,434 (−24.3%)

$9,290 + $61,310

$70,600

2019

$7,174 (+1.6%)

$8,660 + $57,140

$65,800

2018

$7,062 (+3.8%)

$8,090 + $73,280

$81,370

2017

$6,802 (+3.2%)

$7,690 + $69,640

$77,330

2016

$6,593 (+4.3%)

$7,690 + $69,640

$77,330

2015

$6,324 (+4.8%)

$7,510 + $67,970

$75,480

2013

$6,032

$7,540 + $68,220

$75,760

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

1.5

Stories

Lot width

119 ft.

Lot depth

156 ft.

Lot size

0.43 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,856

Year built

1996

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Madison County

APN

192081004401006

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Parking Total: 10
Parking Features: Accessible Parking, Accessible Route to Entry, Additional Parking, Attached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Rear/Side Entry
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Carport
Carport Spaces: 1
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Main: 3

Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
# of Half Baths (Total): 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms (Total): 2
# of Main and Upper Bathrooms: 2
Main Level # of Full Bathrooms: 2

Room 1 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Dimensions: 13x14
Room Length: 13
Room Width: 14
Room Level: Second or Main

Room 2 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Dimensions: 16x17
Room Length: 16
Room Width: 17
Room Level: Second or Main

Room 3 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Dimensions: 17x18
Room Length: 17
Room Width: 18
Room Level: Second or Main

Room 4 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Dimensions: 11x12
Room Length: 11
Room Width: 12
Room Level: Second or Main

Room 5 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Dimensions: 10x13
Room Length: 10
Room Width: 13
Room Level: Second or Main

Room 6 Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Room Dimensions: 15x15
Room Length: 15
Room Width: 15
Room Level: Second or Main

Room 7 Information
Room Type: Master Bathroom
Room Dimensions: 12x15
Room Length: 12
Room Width: 15
Room Level: Second or Main

Room 8 Information
Room Type: Bathroom
Room Dimensions: 7x7
Room Length: 7
Room Width: 7
Room Level: Second or Main

Room 9 Information
Room Type: Laundry
Room Dimensions: 6x9
Room Length: 6
Room Width: 9
Room Level: Second or Main

Room 10 Information
Room Dimensions: 11x15
Room Length: 11
Room Width: 15
Room Level: Second or Main

Room 11 Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Dimensions: 21x23
Room Length: 21
Room Width: 23
Room Level: First or Lower

Room 12 Information
Room Type: Recreation Room
Room Dimensions: 12x13
Room Length: 12
Room Width: 13
Room Level: First or Lower

Room 13 Information
Room Type: Bonus Room
Room Dimensions: 16x16
Room Length: 16
Room Width: 16
Room Level: First or Lower

Room 14 Information
Room Type: Bathroom
Room Dimensions: 5x10
Room Length: 5
Room Width: 10
Room Level: First or Lower

Room 15 Information
Room Type: Office
Room Dimensions: 12x26
Room Length: 12
Room Width: 26
Room Level: First or Lower

Room 16 Information
Room Type: Office
Room Dimensions: 9x16
Room Length: 9
Room Width: 16
Room Level: First or Lower

Room 17 Information
Room Type: Office
Room Dimensions: 11x13
Room Length: 11
Room Width: 13
Room Level: First or Lower

Room 18 Information
Room Type: Bathroom
Room Dimensions: 6x6
Room Length: 6
Room Width: 6
Room Level: First or Lower

Basement Information
Has Basement
Basement Features: Concrete, Bathroom in LL, Full, Partially Finished, Concrete, Rec/Family Area, Sleeping Area, Walk-Out Access

Other Rooms Information
# of Rooms: 14

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Gas, Woodburning Fireplce

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating Information: Forced Air 90+
Cooling Information: Ceiling Fan(s), Gas, Dual

Interior Features
Interior Features: Bookcases, Open Floorplan, Carpets, Window Treatments, Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-in Closet(s), Some Wood Floors
Window Features: Some Insulated Wndws
Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range Hood, Gas Oven, Refrigerator

Exterior

Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick Veneer, Vinyl Siding

Pool Information
Has Private Pool

Property Information
Ownership Type: Private
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Residential
Other Structures: Outbuilding, Storage
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,856
Above Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
Below Grade Finished Area: 1,800

Lot Information
Lot Features: Adjoins Government Land, Backs to Public GRND, Park Adjacent, Park View, Streetlights
Lot Size Acres: 1.37
Lot Size Dimensions: 118X97 & 190 X115
Lot Size Source: County Records

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $7,062
Tax Year: 2018

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Location

HOA Information
Association Amenities: Above Ground Pool, Workshop Area

School Information
Elementary School: BETHALTO DIST 8
Middle Or Junior High School: BETHALTO DIST 8
High School: Bethalto
High School District: Bethalto DIST 8

Location Information
Directions: IL- 140 East to, Left on Franklin Ave, to left on Ruth Ave

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,856
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.43 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1996
Year Renovated: —
County: Madison County
APN: 192081004401006

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2026

Other

Home Information
Levels: One

Around this home

Schools

Bethalto East Primary School

Public PreK-1 • Assigned • 1.6mi

Wilbur Trimpe Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi

5/10

Civic Memorial High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi

10/10

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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 107° 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

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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4.1 hrs

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Estimated sale price

$324,000 – $393,000

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Home values near 520 Ruth Ave

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
411 Ruth Avenue, Cottage Hills, IL 3 Beds \| - Baths \| 1066 Sq. Ft.	$130,818
426 Ruth Avenue, Cottage Hills, IL 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1350 Sq. Ft.	$191,803

Address	Redfin Estimate
432 Ruth Avenue, Cottage Hills, IL 3 Beds \| - Baths \| 1372 Sq. Ft.	$192,007
427 Ruth Avenue, Cottage Hills, IL 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1778 Sq. Ft.	—

Address	Redfin Estimate
404 Ruth Avenue, Cottage Hills, IL 3 Beds \| - Baths \| 1778 Sq. Ft.	$233,331
412 Ruth Avenue, Cottage Hills, IL 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1550 Sq. Ft.	$244,482

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