1208 Brown St, Alton, IL 62002
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FOR SALE
Listed by Shonda T Bond, Worth Clark Realty, (618) 746-5732

$90,000

Original price: $99,900
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,440 sqft

1208 Brown St, Alton, IL 62002

Est. Mortgage $703/mo*
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We estimate this home will sell faster than 88% nearby.

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1942
$63/sqft
1 Car Garage

Local Information

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

About this House

What's unique:Charming original detailsFunctional layoutAdditional living space upstairsBeautiful woodworkHardwood flooring
Opportunity awaits at 1208 Brown St! This Alton home offers plenty of potential for an owner-occupant ready to add their own finishing touches or an investor looking to expand their rental portfolio. The home is in overall good condition while offering an opportunity for some cosmetic updates and TLC to make it shine. Inside, you'll find charming original details, beautiful woodwork and hardwood flooring, along with a functional layout and additional living space upstairs. Conveniently located near the SIU School of Dental Medicine and just a short distance from shopping, dining, schools, and other Alton amenities. With its convenient location and value-add potential, this could make a great addition to an investment portfolio or an affordable opportunity to make a home your own. Property is being sold as-is; seller will make no repairs. Bring your ideas and see the possibilities this home offers! This home has had an appraisal and is priced to sell below value!

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We estimate this home will sell faster than 88% nearby.

Home Details for 1208 Brown St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: BlockNumber of Rooms: 8
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1440 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable AvailableLaundry: In Basement
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: Ameren
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Levels: One

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Asphalt
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 960 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 22Days on Market: 40

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1942
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Bungalow
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 232071216401018

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $90,000Price Per Sqft: $63
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

Direction & Address
City: AltonCommunity: Rockwood 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: 26050443

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1440 Square Feet

HOA

Association for this Listing: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORSNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5998.212 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Listing As Is

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 26050443Above Grade Unfinished Area: 960Showing Requirements: Show at Will, Lockbox

Around this home

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. "
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  • 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."
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  • Sue M. U.
    "lots of opportunities for kids ...academically, cultural, athletic, musical, and outdoor activities. "
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  • 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"
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  • 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!"
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  • Worthyisthelamb
    "School ratings are poor, but don’t let that deter you. Visit the schools! We have been so pleased!"
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  • Worthyisthelamb
    "The commute to Scott AFB is 45 minutes but it’s easy highway driving for the most part. 10 min to reach highway "
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  • 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. "
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  • Amylynnemonroe
    "This area is very dog friendly. My neighbors all walk dogs who greet each other. Dogs are always leashed. "
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  • 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"
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  • Stephen P.
    "Alton has rich history. It is a family friendly town, with safe schools. The social scene is very active."
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  • 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. "
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  • 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"
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  • Chelseaproctor411
    "Church on the street comes every other Saturday and gives away free clothes and food for the neighborhood kids."
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  • Karencullen
    "fireworks, Saturday market, riverfront with amphitheatre, cute historic downtown, cute older homes, near St. Louis."
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  • 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."
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  • 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. "
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  • 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. "
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  • 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."
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  • 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!"
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  • 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."
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  • 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."
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  • Laurincbuettner
    "We are a tourist attraction because we are supposed to be one of the most haunted cities in America. "
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  • 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."
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Market trends in Alton

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$120K
$1.42KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.9%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$99
$1MoM
Available listings
105
4MoM

Home Value

Learn more about this home's value by checking out the value of nearby homes and how much similar homes have sold for.

Comparable sales

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Sold Date
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Sqft
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2
1
864
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0.37
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$77,500
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3
1
1,100
1418 Fletcher St, Alton, IL
0.30
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$89,000
05/22/26
3
1
1,110
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0.35
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$32,000
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1,120
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0.16
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$95,750
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1,497

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
1111 Vernie Ave, Alton, IL 62002
0.02
$154,400
3
1
1,326
Off Market
1122 Vernie Ave, Alton, IL 62002
0.06
$93,100
2
1
708
Off Market
1131 Vernie Ave, Alton, IL 62002
0.08
$102,000
3
2
1,296
Off Market
1203 Brown St, Alton, IL 62002
0.03
$183,900
4
3
2,370
Off Market
1129 Seiler St, Alton, IL 62002
0.10
$24,500
2
1
860
For Sale
1122 Seiler St, Alton, IL 62002
0.10
$104,800
3
1
1,030
Off Market
1238 Brown St, Alton, IL 62002
0.07
$155,000
4
4
2,442
Recently Sold
1149 Vernie Ave, Alton, IL 62002
0.12
$112,700
3
1
1,152
Off Market
1134 Seiler St, Alton, IL 62002
0.14
$93,400
3
1
903
Off Market
813 Park Dr, Alton, IL 62002
0.11
$110,700
3
1
939
Off Market
805 Park Dr S, Alton, IL 62002
0.12
$106,100
2
1
1,072
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 7, 2026
Source: MARIS #26050443
PriceChange
$90,000
Price decreased by 10%
Aug 15, 2026
Source: MARIS #26050443
Listed For Sale
$99,900

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Agent Phone: (618) 746-5732
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Frequently asked questions about 1208 Brown St

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 1208 Brown St?
    Based on a $90,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 1208 Brown St in Alton, IL is approximately $720 (about $505 principal & interest, $140 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 Brown St compare to homes in Alton?
    1208 Brown St in Alton, IL is listed at $90,000, about 25% below the $120K 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 Brown St?
    The closest schools to 1208 Brown St in Alton, IL are Alton High School (rated 3/10), Alton Middle School (rated 4/10), East Elementary School (rated 5/10).
  • Does 1208 Brown St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1208 Brown St in Alton, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 1208 Brown St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1208 Brown St in Alton, IL has laundry facilities.
1208 Brown St, Alton, IL 62002 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,440 sqft single-family home built in 1942. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MARIS on Aug 15, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 26050443.