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$19,999

225 Lakeside Ave East Alton, IL 62024

2 beds
1 full
672 sqft
0.2 acres
$30 / sqft
House

Property details

About 225 Lakeside Ave

"Investor's Dream! Unlock the potential of this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath short sale property. Transform this space into a perfect rental, flip, or starter home. Features include a spacious living area, ample natural light, and a generous backyard ready for customization. Don’t miss out on this rare chance to secure a great property at an unbeatable price. Sold as-is. Bring your vision and make it shine! SpecialListingConditions: Short Sale

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Other
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
Size672 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.161 Acres
Year built1962
ParkingNo Driveway, Off Street
MLS #24073077

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Interior: Dining/Living Room Combo
  • Fireplace: None
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2
  • Parking: No Driveway, Off Street
  • Architectural Style: Traditional, Ranch
  • Heating: Forced Air, Other
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • List Price: $19,999
  • Price/SqFt: $29
  • Annual Tax Amount: $1,341
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Lot: Level
  • Directions: GPS Friendly
  • Year Built: 1962
  • Living Area: 672 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.161 Acres
  • MLS Number: 24073077
  • MLS Name: MARIS2
  • Office Name: Equity Illinois Confluence
  • Office Phone: (314) 503-3690

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Dec 18, 2000
Home Sold
$36,000
Jan 30, 1998
Home Sold
$29,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$18,840$1,341
2022$17,390$1,231
2021$16,210$1,176
2020$15,610$1,115
2019$15,150$1,050
2018$14,400$1,050
2017$14,400$984

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

Eastwood Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.8 mi

1030 3rd St

7

Lewis-Clark Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.9 mi

501 E Lorena Ave

4

East Elementary School

Public District KG-5

2.7 mi

1035 Washington Ave

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 $17,792. Residents of East Alton, IL typically earn less than $<35k each year. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

79%
<35k
18%
35k-100k
3%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree

What types of families live nearby?

56%
Single, No Kids
17%
Single, with Kids
17%
Married, No Kids
10%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

11%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
23%
18-34 yrs old
44%
35-64 yrs old
13%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • UFCUFC
  • NHRA Drag RacingNHRA Drag Racing

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Family DollarFamily Dollar
  • Big LotsBig Lots
  • BurlingtonBurlington

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • Burger KingBurger King
  • Golden CorralGolden Corral

What do the neighbors drive?

  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • BuickBuick
  • KiaKia

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • RockRock
  • Urban ContemporaryUrban Contemporary
  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 225 Lakeside Ave

The listing price of 225 Lakeside Ave property is $19,999.

The property 225 Lakeside Ave is a house located in East Alton, Illinois, 62024.

Active Listing: 225 Lakeside Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 225 Lakeside Ave are: Eastwood Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Lewis-Clark Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), East Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), East Alton Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Lewis-Clark Jr High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Roxana Junior High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), East Alton-Wood River High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Civic Memorial High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Roxana Senior High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,341 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on December 18, 2000 for $36,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 225 Lakeside Ave has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 225 Lakeside Ave is 672 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 225 Lakeside Ave is 1962.

This home is located at 225 Lakeside Ave in East Alton, IL and zip code 62024. This 672 square foot home, which was built in 1962, sits on a 0.16 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since November 25, 2024 and is currently priced at $19,999.

In June 2025, from all listings sold in East Alton, IL there were more than 5 sold above asking price, over 7 sold below and more than 1 were sold right at the asked price. The number of homes for sale in East Alton, IL decreased by 10% between May and June 2025. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 44 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $130,000.

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

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