946 Danforth St

2,227 Sq. Ft.
$101 / Sq. Ft.
2,227
Sq. Ft.
$101
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Charm meets modern comfort in the heart of Alton! This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home perfectly balances historic character with contemporary living. Begin your tour on the covered front porch—an ideal spot for morning coffee or evening breezes. Inside, the main level features a primary bedroom with timeless hardwood floors and a flexible layout that feels both cozy and expansive. The character continues upstairs, where you'll find two additional bedrooms and a sun-drenched loft perfect...Charm meets modern comfort in the heart of Alton! This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home perfectly balances historic character with contemporary living. Begin your tour on the covered front porch—an ideal spot for morning coffee or evening breezes. Inside, the main level features a primary bedroom with timeless hardwood floors and a flexible layout that feels both cozy and expansive. The character continues upstairs, where you'll find two additional bedrooms and a sun-drenched loft perfect for a library or plant oasis. The kitchen serves as the home’s true hub, flowing effortlessly into the living and dining areas or out to a screened patio. Your living space extends outdoors to a private, vinyl-fenced backyard designed for summer BBQs, pets and peaceful retreats. Complete with a rare, oversized 2-car garage and a location just minutes from the Mississippi River bluffs, this home truly has it all.
  1. Listed by Boyd Jennings • Keller Williams Marquee
    P: (618)-975-2559 boydjennings@kw.com

Property Details for 946 Danforth Street

Architectural Style
Bungalow

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Property Details for 946 Danforth Street

StatusComing Soon
MLS #26018096
Days on Market-
Taxes$4,210 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1951
Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,204 SF
CountyMadison County IL

Location

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Building Information for 946 Danforth Street

Stories-Year Built1951Building Size-Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,204 SF

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$1,484 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,133

Property Taxes

$351

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 946 Danforth Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Alton
  • County Or Parish: Madison
  • Directions: GPS Friendly
  • Latitude: 38.907632
  • Longitude: -90.201025
  • Postal Code: 62002
  • State Or Province: IL
  • Sub division Name: Turners Sub
  • Postal Code Plus 4: 2205
Taxes and HOA Information
  • List AOR: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
  • Parcel Number: 23-2-07-10-08-201-001
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,210.00
  • Tax Legal Description: TURNERS SUBD LOT 12 & PT VACATED ALLEY 63.2X114 S IRR
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • AssociationYN: No
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
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: 2227.0
  • Lot Features: Landscaped
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1654
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 63.2 x 114 IRR
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 7204.82
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1857.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 414.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Source: Other
  • Documents Available: None Available
  • Documents Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 9
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Disclosures: Occupancy Permit Required, Seller Property Disclosure
  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding
  • NewConstructionYN: No
  • HomeWarrantyYN: No
  • OccupantType: Owner
Utilities
  • Electric: Ameren
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Fenced, Privacy, Vinyl
  • PatioAndPorchFeatures: Front Porch, Patio
  • MIS_PoolYN: No
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Free-Standing Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Block, Partially Finished
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1.0
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Fireplace: No
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Rooms Total: 9
  • LivingAreaSource: Other
  • MIS_LowerLevelBathroomsFull: 0
  • MIS_LowerLevelBathroomsHalf: 0
  • MIS_LowerLevelBedrooms: 0
  • MIS_MainLevelBathroomsFull: 1
  • MIS_MainLevelBathroomsHalf: 0
  • MIS_MainAndUpperLevelBedrooms: 3
  • MIS_MainAndUpperLevelBathrooms: 2
  • MIS_UpperLevelBedrooms: 2
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 22x14
  • Room Length: 22.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 18x12
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 18x13
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 12x12
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 8x7
  • Room Length: 8.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bathroom
  • Room Width: 7.0
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 15x10
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 16x11
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 8x8
  • Room Length: 8.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bathroom 2
  • Room Width: 8.0
Room 9
  • Room Dimensions: 19x19
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Other
  • Room Width: 19.0
Room 10
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
Room 11
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
Room 12
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Storage

Property History for 946 Danforth Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 6, 2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1488406678

$185,000
Apr 6, 2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1488406678

$185,000

+8.6% / yr

Apr 6, 2022

Closed

MRED #11335631

$185,000
Apr 6, 2022

Closed

MARIS #22010216

$185,000
Apr 5, 2022

Pending

MRED #11335631

Apr 5, 2022

Pending

MARIS #22010216

Mar 3, 2022

Active Under Contract

MRED #11335631

Mar 2, 2022

Active Under Contract

MARIS #22010216

Mar 2, 2022

Listed (Active)

MARIS #22010216

$174,900
Mar 2, 2022

Listed (Active)

MRED #11335631

$174,900
Apr 27, 2018

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #621129652

$133,500

-0.5% / yr

Apr 27, 2018

Closed

MARIS #17078466

$133,500
Apr 26, 2018

Closed

MARIS #17078466

$145,900
Apr 26, 2018

Closed

MARIS #17078466

$133,500
Apr 22, 2018

Pending

MARIS #17078466

Sep 29, 2017

Price Change

MARIS #17078466

$149,900
Sep 29, 2017

Listed (Active)

MARIS #17078466

$145,900
Aug 28, 2008

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #254955563

$140,000

-2.2% / yr

Dec 31, 2003

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #127350965

$155,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/06/2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1488406678

$185,000
04/06/2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1488406678

$185,000

+8.6% / yr

04/06/2022

Closed

MRED #11335631

$185,000
04/06/2022

Closed

MARIS #22010216

$185,000
04/05/2022

Pending

MRED #11335631

04/05/2022

Pending

MARIS #22010216

03/03/2022

Active Under Contract

MRED #11335631

03/02/2022

Active Under Contract

MARIS #22010216

03/02/2022

Listed (Active)

MARIS #22010216

$174,900
03/02/2022

Listed (Active)

MRED #11335631

$174,900
04/27/2018

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #621129652

$133,500

-0.5% / yr

04/27/2018

Closed

MARIS #17078466

$133,500
04/26/2018

Closed

MARIS #17078466

$145,900
04/26/2018

Closed

MARIS #17078466

$133,500
04/22/2018

Pending

MARIS #17078466

09/29/2017

Price Change

MARIS #17078466

$149,900
09/29/2017

Listed (Active)

MARIS #17078466

$145,900
08/28/2008

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #254955563

$140,000

-2.2% / yr

12/31/2003

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #127350965

$155,000

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Public Records for 946 Danforth Street

Taxable ValueLand$4,140Additions$53,650Total$57,790
Tax Record2024$4,210 ($351 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt924 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt924 SqFtStories2Lot Size7,686 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1951CountyMADISONAPN23-2-07-10-08-201-001

Schools near 946 Danforth 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
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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946 Danforth Street is a single family home Coming Soon in Alton, IL 62002. This property is currently priced at $225,000. 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. 946 Danforth Street is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 2,227 sqft single family home built in 1951.

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