1208 Armstrong St, Alton, IL 62002
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PENDING
Listed by Stacy Redmon, Coldwell Banker Brown Realtors, (618) 977-4723

$74,900

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 875 sqft

1208 Armstrong St, Alton, IL 62002

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1933
$86/sqft
Garage

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 1208 Armstrong St.
  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Attention investors or anyone looking for an affordable charming move-in ready home. A welcoming covered porch invites you into this adorable 2-bedroom, 1 bath home. Step inside to a bright living room featuring a beautiful bay window, brand new luxury plank flooring, and all new windows throughout, including the basement. Continue to two nicely sized bedrooms and an updated full bath. The real bonus is downstairs! The spacious basement was fully waterproofed in 2024 and includes a transferable warranty for added peace of mind. With tons of usable space, you'll find a room with a toilet and plumbing for a future sink., an additional area with great potential for a family room, entertaining space, plus plenty of storage. This space is just waiting for your personal touches. Outside enjoy a covered patio and a 1 car detached garage. Updates include windows, gutters, electrical box, and basement waterproofing in 2024 new water line in 2025. This home is being sold as is, but the seller will pass city occupancy for the buyer's convenience.

Home Details for 1208 Armstrong St

Active Status

MLS Status: Pending

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Storage Space,Sump Pump,UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 4Types of Rooms: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bathroom, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 875 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity AvailableAppliances: Electric Cooktop, Disposal, Free-Standing Electric Oven, Water HeaterDisposalLaundry: In Basement
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard,ElectricHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Attic Fan,Ceiling Fan(s),Electric,Window Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: AmerenHas Electric on Property
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Bay Window(s), Tilt-In WindowsFlooring: Luxury Vinyl
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Levels: OneFloors: Luxury Vinyl

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: Covered, Front Porch, PatioFencing: PartialFoundation: See Remarks
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Garage,Off Street
Frontage
Road Frontage: City StreetRoad Surface Type: BrickNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 875 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 12Days on Market: 16

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1933
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: Bungalow
Building
Building: BathroomsConstruction Materials: Aluminum SidingNot Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 232071012204012

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $74,900Price Per Sqft: $86
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Sep 02 2026Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: AltonCommunity: Riverview Add Macks Sub
School Information
Elementary School: Alton Dist 11Jr High / Middle School: Alton Dist 11High School: AltonHigh School District: Alton DIST 11

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 26051541

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 875 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORSNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4081.572 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Private

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 26051541Above Grade Unfinished Area: 875Showing Requirements: 24 Hour Notice, Appointment Only, Lockbox, Occupied

What Locals Say about Alton

At least 222 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 85 % Say car is needed

  • 84 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 82 % Say parking is easy

  • 73 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 68 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 66 % Say kids play outside

  • 63 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 55 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 53 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 52 % Say there's wildlife

  • 47 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 47 % Say it's quiet

  • 46 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 44 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 43 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 28 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Kara Bertels
    "I’m not sure I’ve not seen any yet around here but it would be nice to see some, especially for kids. "
  • Mchase930
    "I've lived in this neighborhood for 7 yrs and love. neighbors are nice, but not nosy. it is 5 minutes away from several stores...definitely walking distance. even though it is a bust street, its not a noisy one."
  • Sue M. U.
    "lots of opportunities for kids ...academically, cultural, athletic, musical, and outdoor activities. "
  • Mchase930
    "lots of major restaurants, shopping, and a lot of biking, hiking, runs. close to river and nature. lots of parks and outdoor activities for families"
  • Sue M. U.
    "farmer's markets, varying live music, festivals, and holiday events plus live theater, art, and library/book sales plus great local small business shopping, restaurants, antiques, history, bike trails, and coffee houses!"
  • Worthyisthelamb
    "School ratings are poor, but don’t let that deter you. Visit the schools! We have been so pleased!"
  • Worthyisthelamb
    "The commute to Scott AFB is 45 minutes but it’s easy highway driving for the most part. 10 min to reach highway "
  • Amylynnemonroe
    "I’ve lived here for 8 years, 2 of my kids have graduated from the Alton School District, and 2 are currently attending. We love our town. "
  • Amylynnemonroe
    "This area is very dog friendly. My neighbors all walk dogs who greet each other. Dogs are always leashed. "
  • Sam P.
    "it's safe and a good place to grow up!lots of schools and churches to choose from with little crime. friendly nieghbors"
  • Stephen P.
    "Alton has rich history. It is a family friendly town, with safe schools. The social scene is very active."
  • Amylynnemonroe
    "There are many activities for families and a strong sense of community. All parks are within a 10 minute drive. My 4 children and I never feel unsafe, or have difficulty finding something to do together. "
  • Shermeko P.
    "The bus runs right near for someone who needs Public transportation. My commute to work is fairly quick, every once in a while there is a train on the track but other than that. The commute is ok in my book"
  • Chelseaproctor411
    "Church on the street comes every other Saturday and gives away free clothes and food for the neighborhood kids."
  • Karencullen
    "fireworks, Saturday market, riverfront with amphitheatre, cute historic downtown, cute older homes, near St. Louis."
  • Cadavissr31
    "Plenty of kids to play with just don't leave them outside by themselves. As there is nothing for them to do which causes the to find trouble more than not."
  • Louis
    "I live here my whole life. It very friendly . Close to Haskell park. There is a farmers market down town. Not to far from stl. "
  • Kayla
    "The neighbor is quiet and your houses aren’t right on top of each other. Their is plenty of parks for kids. The school is a good school. "
  • TT
    "I've lived here for 22 years, neighbors are great. However, crime is up and riffraff about so safety concerns now that never worried about before."
  • Someonewhoknows2
    "This is a beautiful neighborhood with a lot of diversity. It has character and old fashion appeal. Large homes, duplex and apartments with its originality. The community has survived the worst although the love and spirit of the city is here. Perfectly located in the middle of everything, the smell of Fast Eddies Chicken or fried rice from the Hong Kong house decorates the air. I love it here, it’s safe with the beautiful mixture of people from all walks of life. Like with any city this area has its flaws, yet the flaws is what makes the beauty of it all!"
  • Patricialucas78
    "easily commute I love my area of town and hope to find a house in my area. love love love it. want to grow old in my area and I raised my kids here too."
  • Claudiaharju
    "My neighborhood has fair to good access to public bus transportation. We can drive very easily to Missouri ( 3 mi. to the Louis Clark Bridge.) and surrounding towns in Illinois. I live in the Middletown area in Alton and love it."
  • Laurincbuettner
    "We are a tourist attraction because we are supposed to be one of the most haunted cities in America. "
  • Dhowardmbc
    "Live in a unique condo in a one of a kind building. Have wonderful view of the Mississippi River. Brick streets. very friendly neighbors."

Market trends in Alton

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$122K
$2.42K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.6%
0.4%
MoM
Price per sq ft
$100
$1
MoM
Available listings
109
13
MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$77.1K
Since last month
Increased$200 (+0.3%)
Since last year
Decreased$3K (-3.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$22K (+40.2%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +77% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$77K
August 2026$77K
June 2026$91K
May 2026$93K
April 2026$91K
March 2026$91K
February 2026$83K
January 2026$80K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.43
Single-Family Home
$63,500
03/23/26
2
1
1,070
0.41
Single-Family Home
$63,500
03/23/26
3
1
1,134
0.10
Single-Family Home
$21,000
07/10/26
3
1
1,296
0.13
Single-Family Home
$71,000
08/03/26
1
1
504
0.32
Single-Family Home
$123,501
08/19/26
2
2
1,200
0.50
Single-Family Home
$115,000
05/29/26
2
1
1,099
0.53
Single-Family Home
$130,000
06/18/26
2
1
925
0.72
Single-Family Home
$65,000
10/29/25
2
1
1,029
0.36
Single-Family Home
$29,000
11/20/25
3
1
1,236
0.58
Single-Family Home
$110,000
07/17/26
2
1
1,147

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
0.05
-
2
1
1,108
Off Market
0.10
$119,900
3
1
888
For Sale
0.13
$71,000
1
1
504
Recently Sold
0.11
-
-
-
-
Off Market
0.14
$117,700
2
1
1,134
Off Market
0.12
-
-
-
-
Off Market
0.12
$110,000
2
1.5
1,428
Recently Sold
0.10
$21,000
3
1
1,296
Recently Sold
0.15
-
2
1
1,022
Off Market
0.18
$70,000
5
3
2,016
Recently Sold
0.16
$149,500
3
1.5
1,344
Off Market
0.14
$10,000
-
-
-
For Sale

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 3, 2026
Source: MARIS #26051541
Pending
$74,900
Aug 31, 2026
Source: MARIS #26051541
PriceChange
$74,900
Price decreased by 6%
Aug 21, 2026
Source: MARIS #26051541
Listed For Sale
$79,900
Jul 31, 2002
Source: N/A
Sold
$55,000

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Frequently asked questions about 1208 Armstrong St

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 1208 Armstrong St?
    Based on a $74,900 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 1208 Armstrong St in Alton, IL is approximately $589 (about $397 principal & interest, $117 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 1208 Armstrong St compare to homes in Alton?
    1208 Armstrong St in Alton, IL is listed at $74,900, about 38% below the $122K median sale price in Alton.
  • What do residents say about Alton?
    Residents describe Alton, IL as well-kept, easy to park in, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See homes for sale in Alton, IL.
  • What are the closest schools to 1208 Armstrong St?
    The closest schools to 1208 Armstrong St in Alton, IL are Alton High School (rated 3/10), Alton Middle School (rated 4/10), Gilson Brown Elementary School.
  • Does 1208 Armstrong St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1208 Armstrong St in Alton, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 1208 Armstrong St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1208 Armstrong St in Alton, IL has laundry facilities.
1208 Armstrong St, Alton, IL 62002 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 875 sqft single-family home built in 1933. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MARIS on Aug 11, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 26051541.