For Sale195d on market
1540 Highland Ave
Alton, IL, 62002 • 62002 • Madison County
$105,000
$104/sqft
-$5,000 since Jan 28, 2026
Down payment assistance available
2Beds
1Baths
1,008Sqft
0.23 acLot
1952Built
Property DNA
Bungalow Style
Built 1952 · 74 years of history
Highland Park Sub
62002
Enhanced Security
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s) · Smoke Detector(s)
Outdoor Living
Covered · Deck · Front Porch
Wood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
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Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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195 days on market
Established listing
$104/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1952
Clean 2 bedroom, 1 bath bungalow. Hardwood floors in the living room and dining room. Central air, partially fenced yard, clean dry basement. Close to Statehouse Circle and St Anthony’s Hospital.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights partially fenced yard, clean dry basement, and central air as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$685/month
Principal & Interest$545
Property Tax$105
Insurance$35
Down payment20% ($21,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.75% rate · 30yr fixed · $84,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1952
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Central Air
Parking1 Carport space
Lot9,905 sqft
Days on Zillow195 Days
Price/sqft$104
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleBungalow
Year built1952
Systems
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Central Air
RoofArchitectural Shingle
ConstructionBrick
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingAttached Carport, Concrete, Driveway, Off Street, On Street
BasementBlock
FencingChain Link,Fenced,Front Yard,Gate
Lot9,905 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood62002
Annual tax$1,512
Parcel232071210102042
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
14 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Laminate Counters
Separate Dining
Storage
Appliances
Electric Cooktop
Free-Standing Refrigerator
Washer/Dryer
Flooring
Carpet
Luxury Vinyl
Wood
Heating
Forced Air
Natural Gas
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s)
Central Air
Laundry
In Basement
Windows
Double Pane Windows
Exterior Features
Exterior
Entry Steps/Stairs
Private Yard
Parking
Attached Carport
Concrete
Driveway
Off Street
On Street
Construction
Brick
Patio & Porch
Covered
Deck
Front Porch
Lot Features
Adjoins Wooded Area
Back Yard
City Lot
Front Yard
Irregular Lot
Security
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Smoke Detector(s)
Utilities
Electricity Connected
Natural Gas Connected
Sewer Connected
Water Connected
Room details
7 rooms detailed
Bedroom
Main11×12 ft132 sqft
Floor Covering: Carpeting
Bedroom2
Main12×13 ft156 sqft
Floor Covering: Carpeting
Bathroom
Main4×9 ft36 sqft
Floor Covering: Vinyl
Basement
Lower27×35 ft945 sqft
Floor Covering: Concrete
Dining Room
Main9×13 ft117 sqft
Floor Covering: Wood
Kitchen
Main9×13 ft117 sqft
Floor Covering: Vinyl
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market195
Est. rent$1,126/mo
Tax rate1.87%
Price/sqft$104
On marketSep 25, 2025
PostedSep 25, 2025
MLS statusActive
MLS updatedJan 28, 2026
Tour days9
Views290
Favorites9
How are the schools in Alton?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Alton, IL, 62002
Price history
2 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Jan 28, 2026Price Change$105,000$104MARIS
Sep 25, 2025Listed For Sale$110,000$109MARIS
Price Change$105,000
Jan 28, 2026•$104/sqft•MARIS
Listed For Sale$110,000
Sep 25, 2025•$109/sqft•MARIS
Tax history
23 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 8, 2024$1,512$18,600
Apr 8, 2023$1,421$16,800
Apr 8, 2022$1,333$15,190
Apr 8, 2021$1,308$14,280
Apr 8, 2020$1,278$13,770
Apr 8, 2019$1,321$13,450
Apr 8, 2018—$13,100
Apr 8, 2017$1,266$13,090
Apr 8, 2016$653$13,090
Apr 8, 2015$653$13,090
Apr 8, 2014$653$13,090
Apr 8, 2013$653$13,450
Apr 8, 2012—$14,150
Apr 8, 2011—$14,580
Apr 8, 2010—$14,960
Apr 8, 2009—$14,700
Apr 8, 2007—$13,520
Apr 8, 2005—$11,760
Apr 8, 2004$541$10,600
Apr 8, 2003$503$10,040
Apr 8, 2002$512$9,960
Apr 8, 2001—$9,450
Apr 8, 2000$484$9,120
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Local context around this listing
Alton, IL • Madison County
Nearby cities
AltonBethaltoCollinsvilleEdwardsvilleGlen CarbonGodfreyGranite CityHighland
Nearby zip codes
62002
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