5 Forest Dr

3,421 Sq. Ft.
$105 / Sq. Ft.
3,421
Sq. Ft.
$105
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Beautiful 2/3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch in Fairmount Subdivision, with mature trees and professional landscaping. The remodeled kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel Kitchen Aid appliances, and a convenient island for serving. The large great room across the back of the house, with beautiful hardwood floors, has a gas fireplace and overlooks the generous yard. The lower level has several seating/entertaining areas and includes a gleaming wood bar with sink and refrigerator. The upper...Beautiful 2/3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch in Fairmount Subdivision, with mature trees and professional landscaping. The remodeled kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel Kitchen Aid appliances, and a convenient island for serving. The large great room across the back of the house, with beautiful hardwood floors, has a gas fireplace and overlooks the generous yard. The lower level has several seating/entertaining areas and includes a gleaming wood bar with sink and refrigerator. The upper level is floored, ready to finish for additional living space. Many updates including roof and cupola ’24; water line from meter to street ’24; water heater ’20; soffits, fascia and siding ’18; windows, gutters and gutter guards ’16. 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty being offered @ $749. Seller will review all offers on 3/25/25. Seller reserves the right to accept an offer at any time prior to that date within the marketing period.
  1. Listed by Vivian L Monckton • Coldwell Banker Brown Realtors

Property Details for 5 Forest Drive

Architectural Style
Traditional,Other
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 05/20/2025 09:58 AM

Property Details for 5 Forest Drive

StatusClosed
MLS #25015958
Days on Market63
Taxes$4,895 / year
HOA Fees$855 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built-
Lot Size-
CountyMadison County IL

Location

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Sold By Coldwell Banker Brown Realtors

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$2,234 per month

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Principal and Interest

$1,755

Property Taxes

$408

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 5 Forest Drive

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Alton
  • County Or Parish: Madison
  • Latitude: 38.908997
  • Longitude: -90.206511
  • Postal Code: 62002
  • State Or Province: IL
  • Sub division Name: Fairmount
Taxes and HOA Information
  • List AOR: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
  • Association Fee: $855.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Parcel Number: 24-2-07-03-03-301-02
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,895.00
  • Tax Legal Description: Fairmount Place Resubd Outlot 2 Lot 5
  • Tax Year: 2023
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport Spaces: 0.0
  • Carport: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Off Street
  • Parking Total: 2.0
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: 3421.0
  • Lot Features: Adjoins Wooded Area
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 174 x 269
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2047.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Assessor
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 1374.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Source: Assessor
  • Documents Count: 2
  • Photos Count: 29
  • Disclosures: Unknown,Flood Plain No,Year Built Unknown
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Ownership Type: Private
Utilities
  • Sewer: Aerobic Septic
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Available
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Range, Gas Oven, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Gas Water Heater
  • Basement: Full, Walk-Up Access
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2.0
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Fireplace Features: Recreation Room, Decorative, Basement, Great Room
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Interior Features: Separate Dining, Center Hall Floorplan, High Ceilings, Coffered Ceiling(s), Custom Cabinetry, Granite Counters, Entrance Foyer
  • Window Features: Window Treatments, Bay Window(s), Tilt-In Windows
  • Rooms Total: 9
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 17 x 14
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 12 x 11
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Den
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 21 x 10
  • Room Length: 21.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 27 x 18
  • Room Length: 27.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Great Room
  • Room Width: 18.0
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 12 x 14
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 18 x 17
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 17.0
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 11 x 7
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bathroom
  • Room Width: 7.0
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 38 x 30
  • Room Length: 38.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 30.0
Room 9
  • Room Dimensions: 19 x 9
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Width: 9.0

Property History for 5 Forest Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 20, 2025

Closed

MARIS #25015958

$360,000
May 15, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1558525268

$360,000

+7.4% / yr

Mar 28, 2025

Pending

MARIS #25015958

Mar 18, 2025

Listed (Active)

MARIS #25015958

$350,000
Feb 5, 2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #565075604

$185,000
Feb 5, 2016

Closed

MARIS #4416619

$185,000
Feb 4, 2016

Closed

MARIS #4416619

$199,900
Feb 4, 2016

Closed

MARIS #4416619

$185,000
Dec 11, 2015

Pending

MARIS #4416619

Dec 2, 2015

Listed (Active)

MARIS #4416619

$199,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/20/2025

Closed

MARIS #25015958

$360,000
05/15/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1558525268

$360,000

+7.4% / yr

03/28/2025

Pending

MARIS #25015958

03/18/2025

Listed (Active)

MARIS #25015958

$350,000
02/05/2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #565075604

$185,000
02/05/2016

Closed

MARIS #4416619

$185,000
02/04/2016

Closed

MARIS #4416619

$199,900
02/04/2016

Closed

MARIS #4416619

$185,000
12/11/2015

Pending

MARIS #4416619

12/02/2015

Listed (Active)

MARIS #4416619

$199,900

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

Public Records for 5 Forest Drive

Taxable ValueLand$36,210Additions$51,710Total$87,920
Tax Record2024$5,186 ($432 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt2,047 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,047 SqFtStories1Lot Size46,941 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1946Year Renovated1970CountyMADISONAPN24-2-07-03-03-301-022Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 5 Forest Drive

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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