226 E 5th St

2,348 Sq. Ft.
$53 / Sq. Ft.
2,348
Sq. Ft.
$53
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Opportunity awaits with this charming 2-story home located in the heart of Historic Alton. Whether you're looking for a spacious single-family residence or an investment opportunity as a 2-unit apartment, the possibilities here are endless. Enjoy breathtaking views of the mighty Mississippi River right from your property while being conveniently located within walking distance to local schools and just minutes from downtown Alton’s dining, shopping, and entertainment. With character, location, and...Opportunity awaits with this charming 2-story home located in the heart of Historic Alton. Whether you're looking for a spacious single-family residence or an investment opportunity as a 2-unit apartment, the possibilities here are endless. Enjoy breathtaking views of the mighty Mississippi River right from your property while being conveniently located within walking distance to local schools and just minutes from downtown Alton’s dining, shopping, and entertainment. With character, location, and versatility, this property is full of potential for homeowners and investors alike.

Property Details for 226 East 5th Street

Architectural Style
Traditional
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 05/29/2026 09:31 PM

Property Details for 226 East 5th Street

StatusActive
MLS #26026984
Days on Market12
Taxes$2,450 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1891
Lot Size0.30 AC / 13,020 SF
CountyMadison County IL

Location

Listing Courtesy of Cole Jones Group with Elevate Illinois Realty
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Building Information for 226 East 5th Street

Stories-Year Built1891Building Size-Lot Size0.30 AC / 13,020 SF

Payment Calculator

$827 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$623

Property Taxes

$204

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 226 East 5th Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Alton
  • County Or Parish: Madison
  • Latitude: 38.892749
  • Longitude: -90.181955
  • Postal Code: 62002
  • State Or Province: IL
  • Sub division Name: Not in a Subdivison
Taxes and HOA Information
  • List AOR: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
  • Parcel Number: 23-2-07-11-19-403-044
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,450.00
  • Tax Legal Description: ORIGINAL TOWN LOT PT 2 3 6 & PT VAC ST
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • AssociationYN: No
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: No
School Information
  • Elementary School: ALTON DIST 11
  • High School: Alton
  • High School District: Alton DIST 11
  • Middle Or Junior School: ALTON DIST 11
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area: 2348.0
  • Lot Features: Adjoins Wooded Area, Back Yard, Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2989
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 93x140
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 13020.08
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2348.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Source: Other
  • Documents Available: Plat
  • Documents Count: 1
  • Photos Count: 3
  • Year Built: 1891
  • Disclosures: See Seller's Disclosure
  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding
  • NewConstructionYN: No
  • MIS_EfficiencyYN: No
  • HomeWarrantyYN: No
  • LeaseConsideredYN: No
  • OccupantType: Vacant
  • PropertyAttachedYN: No
Utilities
  • Electric: Ameren
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Pool Private: No
  • MIS_PoolYN: No
Interior Features
  • Basement: Full, Unfinished
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1.0
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Fireplace Features: Bedroom, Living Room
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Rooms Total: 12
  • LivingAreaSource: Public Records
  • MIS_LowerLevelBathroomsFull: 0
  • MIS_LowerLevelBathroomsHalf: 0
  • MIS_LowerLevelBedrooms: 0
  • MIS_MainLevelBathroomsFull: 1
  • MIS_MainLevelBathroomsHalf: 0
  • MIS_MainAndUpperLevelBedrooms: 4
  • MIS_MainAndUpperLevelBathrooms: 3
  • MIS_UpperLevelBedrooms: 3

Property History for 226 East 5th Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 29, 2026

Listed (Active)

MARIS #26026984

$125,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/29/2026

Listed (Active)

MARIS #26026984

$125,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 226 East 5th Street

Taxable ValueLand$6,170Additions$33,780Total$39,950
Tax Record2024$2,450 ($204 / month)
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt1,174 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,174 SqFtStories2Lot Size13,020 SqFtStyleDuplexYear Built1891CountyMADISONAPN23-2-07-11-19-403-044

Schools near 226 East 5th Street

This home is within Alton Community Unit School District 11.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - 2 to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
North Elementary School
Public2 to 5

Alton Middle School
Public6 to 8

Alton High School
Public9 to 12

Mark Twain School
PublicK to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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226 East 5th Street is a single family home for sale in Alton, IL 62002. This property was listed for sale on May 29, 2026 by Cole Jones Group with Elevate Illinois Realty, it's currently listed at $125,000. This listing's school district is Alton Community Unit School District 11. Nearby schools include North Elementary School, Alton Middle School and Alton High School. 226 East 5th Street is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 2,348 sqft single family home built in 1891.

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Listing Courtesy of Cole Jones Group with Elevate Illinois Realty

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