$55,000

1548 Highland Ave Alton, IL 62002

$653
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 full
1,477 sqft
0.2 acres
$37 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1548 Highland Ave

For Sale in Alton, IL – Classic Charm + Ready for your Personal Updates! 1548 Highland Ave | 2 Bed | 1 Bath | 1,477 Sq Ft Step into vintage charm with this Tudor-style brick home in the heart of Alton! Featuring a new furnace, brand-new water heater and water connection to the street, this 2-bed, 1-bath gem is full of character and ready for your finishing touches. Vintage character with strong bones. Make sure to check out the bonus room off the dining room. Fully fenced backyard – perfect for pets, play, or entertaining. Detached garage (needs repair – priced accordingly!). Major utility upgrade: new water line to the street. Great curb appeal and quiet neighborhood feel. Walkable to Schools! 0.3 mi to Lovejoy Elementary. 0.9 mi to Alton Middle & East Elementary. 2.3 mi to Alton High School. Whether you're a first-time buyer looking to create your dream home or an investor seeking your next project, this home offers big value and timeless style.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingWall/Window Unit(s), Central Air, Electric
Size1,477 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.1746 Acres
Year built1945
ParkingDetached, Off Street
MLS #25017337
Garage1 space
FireplaceWood Burning, Living Room

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater
  • Basement: Yes
  • Fireplace: Wood Burning, Living Room
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2
  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Parking: Detached, Off Street
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s), Central Air, Electric
  • List Price: $55,000
  • Price/SqFt: $37
  • Annual Tax Amount: $2,527
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Year Built: 1945
  • Living Area: 1,477 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.1746 Acres
  • MLS Number: 25017337
  • MLS Name: MARIS2
  • Office Name: Keller Williams Marquee
  • Office Phone: (618) 307-5616

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1548 Highland Ave, Alton, IL 62002 - view of front of home with roof with shingles, brick siding, and a chimney

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jul 18, 2007
Home Sold
$53,000
Oct 19, 1999
Home Sold
$50,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$29,880$2,527
2022$27,010$2,369
2021$25,390$1,776
2020$24,480$1,714
2019$23,920$1,697
2018$23,300$1,697
2017$23,300$1,673

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

East Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.2 mi

1035 Washington Ave

4

West Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.3 mi

1513 State St

2

North Elementary School

Public District KG-5

3.3 mi

5600 Godfrey Rd

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $33,333. The majority of Alton, IL residents have income less than $<35k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

53%
<35k
44%
35k-100k
2%
100k-200k
1%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

49%
Single, No Kids
25%
Single, with Kids
16%
Married, No Kids
10%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

17%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
20%
18-34 yrs old
32%
35-64 yrs old
21%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • NHRA Drag RacingNHRA Drag Racing
  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Family DollarFamily Dollar
  • Big LotsBig Lots
  • Chico'sChico's

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • Golden CorralGolden Corral
  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel

What do the neighbors drive?

  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • KiaKia
  • BuickBuick

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • RockRock
  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
  • Soft Adult ContemporarySoft Adult Contemporary
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 1548 Highland Ave

The listing price of 1548 Highland Ave property is $55,000.

The property 1548 Highland Ave is a house located in Alton, Illinois, 62002.

Active Listing: 1548 Highland Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 1548 Highland Ave are: East Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), West Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), North Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Alton Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), East Alton Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Lewis-Clark Jr High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Alton High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), East Alton-Wood River High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Civic Memorial High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,527 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on July 18, 2007 for $53,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 1548 Highland Ave has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 1548 Highland Ave is 1,477 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 1548 Highland Ave is 1945.

This home is located at 1548 Highland Ave in Alton, IL and zip code 62002. This 1,477 square foot home, which was built in 1945, sits on a 0.17 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 5, 2025 and is currently priced at $55,000.

In May 2025, from all listings sold in Alton, IL there were more than 27 sold above asking price, over 12 sold below and more than 10 were sold right at the asked price. The number of homes for sale in Alton, IL increased by 6.8% between April and May 2025. In May 2025, listings were on the market for 48 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $140,708.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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