908 State St

Alton, IL 62002

$125,000
Price
2
Beds
1,152 Sq. Ft.
$109 / Sq. Ft.
1,152
Sq. Ft.
$109
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Don't miss this darling cottage style home right in the heart of Alton in the Christian Hill neighborhood. Just a stone throw away from downtown Alton to enjoy all that this historic town has to offer. Also just 2 minutes from the River Road! Home is updated and move in ready featuring a bed and bath on the main level, and one of each in the lower level. Updated eat in kitchen with newer appliances , updated baths, walk out lower level, huge rebuilt sprawling deck perfect to enjoy all the wooded...Don't miss this darling cottage style home right in the heart of Alton in the Christian Hill neighborhood. Just a stone throw away from downtown Alton to enjoy all that this historic town has to offer. Also just 2 minutes from the River Road! Home is updated and move in ready featuring a bed and bath on the main level, and one of each in the lower level. Updated eat in kitchen with newer appliances , updated baths, walk out lower level, huge rebuilt sprawling deck perfect to enjoy all the wooded scenery has to offer. This home is well maintained and a one of a kind must see! Make your appointment today as this value charmer in this excellent location won't last long!
  1. Listed by Shawna Aughenbaugh • Re/Max River Bend

Property Details for 908 State Street

Architectural Style
Other
LISTING UPDATED: 01/05/2026 10:07 AM

Property Details for 908 State Street

StatusActive
MLS #25078981
Days on Market19
Taxes$2,112 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1901
Lot Size0.26 AC / 11,399 SF
CountyMadison County IL

Location

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Building Information for 908 State Street

Stories-Year Built1901Building Size-Lot Size0.26 AC / 11,399 SF

Payment Calculator

$785 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$609

Property Taxes

$176

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 908 State Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Alton
  • County Or Parish: Madison
  • Latitude: 38.89612
  • Longitude: -90.191719
  • Postal Code: 62002
  • State Or Province: IL
  • Sub division Name: Russell's Sub
Taxes and HOA Information
  • List AOR: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
  • Parcel Number: 23-2-07-11-17-302-025
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,112.00
  • Tax Legal Description: STATE ST LOTS LOTS PT 48, 51, & 52 95 X 120
  • Tax Year: 2024
Owner
  • Township: Alton
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: 1152.0
  • Lot Features: Adjoins Wooded Area
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2617
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 11399.65
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 612.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 540.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
  • Documents Available: Legal Description,Title Report
  • Documents Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 32
  • Year Built: 1901
  • Disclosures: Seller Property Disclosure
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Utilities
  • Electric: Ameren
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool Private: No
Interior Features
  • Basement: Cellar, Partially Finished, Full, Walk-Out Access
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Levels: Multi/Split
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1.0
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Fireplace: No
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Rooms Total: 7
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 3
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 4
  • Room Type: Bathroom
Room 5
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 6
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bathroom

Property History for 908 State Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 10, 2025

Listed (Active)

MARIS #25078981

$125,000—
Apr 18, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1557204713

$125,000

+17.6% / yr

Apr 18, 2025

Closed

MARIS #25012897

$125,000—
Mar 31, 2025

Pending

MARIS #25012897

—
Mar 5, 2025

Listed (Active)

MARIS #25012897

$125,000—
Apr 12, 2018

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #620412990

$40,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/10/2025

Listed (Active)

MARIS #25078981

$125,000
04/18/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1557204713

$125,000

+17.6% / yr

04/18/2025

Closed

MARIS #25012897

$125,000
03/31/2025

Pending

MARIS #25012897

—
03/05/2025

Listed (Active)

MARIS #25012897

$125,000
04/12/2018

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #620412990

$40,000

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

Public Records for 908 State Street

Taxable ValueLand$900Additions$25,080Total$25,980
Tax Record2024$2,112 ($176 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Total Finished SqFt612 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt612 SqFtStories2Lot Size11,400 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1901CountyMADISONAPN23-2-07-11-17-302-025

Schools near 908 State Street

This home is within Alton Community Unit School District 11.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
West Elementary School
Public - 2 to 5
Alton Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Alton High School
Public - 9 to 12
Mark Twain School
Public - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
West 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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More information about 908 State Street, Alton, IL 62002

908 State Street is a single family home for sale in Alton, IL 62002. This property was listed for sale on December 10, 2025 by Re/Max River Bend, it's currently listed at $125,000. It has been on the market for a total of 19 days and was last sold on April 18, 2025. This listing's school district is Alton Community Unit School District 11. Nearby schools include West Elementary School, Alton Middle School and Alton High School. 908 State Street is a 2-bed, 2-bath, 1,152 sqft single family home built in 1901.

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