518 Beacon Street

Alton, IL 62002

$298,700
Price
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,685 Sq. Ft.
$111 / Sq. Ft.
2,685
Sq. Ft.
$111
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Step back in time with this spectacular historic 2-story home, located on a corner lot with a charming front porch to enjoy peaceful views. Inside, soaring ceilings and stunning hardwood floors create a warm ambiance. The main level features a primary bedroom, full bath, and a kitchen with granite countertops, a center island, butler's pantry and a breakfast nook with garden views. Enjoy a separate dining room, formal sitting room, living room, and three fireplaces. Head up the stunning stairway...Step back in time with this spectacular historic 2-story home, located on a corner lot with a charming front porch to enjoy peaceful views. Inside, soaring ceilings and stunning hardwood floors create a warm ambiance. The main level features a primary bedroom, full bath, and a kitchen with granite countertops, a center island, butler's pantry and a breakfast nook with garden views. Enjoy a separate dining room, formal sitting room, living room, and three fireplaces. Head up the stunning stairway where three additional bedrooms and a full bath await. The lower level, originally built in the 1830s, offers a rough-in for a bath, a workshop, office space and ample storage. Updated electrical, a large carport with workspace, and additional parking add convenience. Located on brick-paved Beacon Street, just minutes from Downtown Alton, this home’s rich history and charm make it perfect for a B&B or a serene retreat. This is a true gem and must see!
  1. Listed by Lance Merrick • Keller Williams Pinnacle

Property Details for 518 Beacon Street

Architectural Style
Historic
Style Description
Other
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 11/18/2024 12:07 AM

Property Details for 518 Beacon Street

StatusActive
MLS #24059256
Days on Market56
Taxes$609 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Residential
Year Built1891
Lot Size0.29 AC / 12,650 SF
CountyMadison County IL

Building Information for 518 Beacon Street

Stories-Year Built1891Building Size-Lot Size0.29 AC / 12,650 SF

Property Information for 518 Beacon Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Alton
  • County Or Parish: Madison-IL
  • Directions: GPS Friendly
  • Latitude: 38.893391
  • Longitude: -90.190507
  • Postal Code: 62002
  • State Or Province: IL
  • Sub division Name: Godfrey & Gilmans Add
  • Postal Code Plus 4: 6119
Taxes and HOA Information
  • List AOR: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
  • Prop Asses City Tax: 1
  • Parcel Number: 23-2-07-11-18-302-008
  • Tax Annual Amount: $609.00
  • Tax Year: 2023
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport Spaces: 2.0
  • Carport: Yes
  • Covered Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Accessible Parking, Accessible Route to Entry, Covered, Off Street
  • Parking Total: 0.0
  • Driveway: Concrete
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: 2685.0
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Sidewalks
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2904
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 110x115
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 12650.0
  • Special Areas: Den/Office,Family Room,Library/Den,Living Room
  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2685.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Other
  • Documents Count: 4
  • Photos Count: 43
  • Videos Count: 1
  • Year Built: 1891
  • Disclosures: Unknown,Flood Plain No
  • Age: 133
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Ownership Type: Private
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool Private: No
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Gas Cooktop, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Wall Oven
  • Basement: Partial, Bath/Stubbed, Stone/Rock, Unfinished, Walk-Out Access
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.0
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1.0
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Low Full Baths: 0
  • Low half Baths: 0
  • Upper Full Baths: 1
  • Upper Half Baths: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room
  • Heat Source: Gas
  • Cooling: Electric
  • Fireplace Features: Non Functional, Woodburning Fireplce
  • Fireplaces Total: 3
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Interior Features: High Ceilings, Historic/Period Mlwk, Special Millwork, Window Treatments, Wet Bar, Some Wood Floors
  • Dining: Separate Dining
  • Window Features: Some Wood Windows
  • Rooms Total: 11
  • Main and Upper Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 0
Room Information
Bedrooms
  • Bedroom Description: Main Floor Primary
  • Main and Upper Beds: 4
  • Lower Beds: 0
  • Upper Beds: 3
Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Breakfast Room,Butler Pantry,Center Island,Eat-In Kitchen,Granite Countertops
Multi Family
Income & Expenses
  • Miscellaneous: Porch-Covered,Suitable for Bed/Brk

Property History for 518 Beacon Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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

Public Records for 518 Beacon Street

Taxable ValueLand$7,290Additions$50,480Total$57,770
Tax Record2023$609 ($51 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,869 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,869 SqFtStories2Lot Size12,650 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1891CountyMADISONAPN23-2-07-11-18-302-008Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 518 Beacon 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

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518 Beacon Street is a single family home for sale in Alton, IL 62002. This property was listed for sale on September 25, 2024 by Keller Williams Pinnacle, it's currently listed at $298,700. It has been on the market for a total of 56 days and was last sold on April 28, 2005. 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. 518 Beacon Street is a 4-bed, 2-bath, 2,685 sqft single family home built in 1891.

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