242 Longfellow Ave, Alton, IL 62002
OFF MARKET

$132,000

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 927 sqft

242 Longfellow Ave, Alton, IL 62002

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Currently Off Market - Sold Nov 13, 2014 for $74,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$132K
Since last month
Decreased$1K (-0.7%)
Since last year
Increased$700 (+0.5%)
Since last sale
Increased$58K (+78.1%)
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 +105% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$133K
August 2026$132K
July 2026$134K
June 2026$136K
May 2026$137K
April 2026$133K
March 2026$132K
February 2026$133K
January 2026$125K
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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
3410 Leo St, Alton, IL
0.10
Single-Family Home
$67,500
09/29/25
2
1
804
228 Alben St, Alton, IL
0.13
Single-Family Home
$56,100
03/23/26
3
2
1,533
241 Arbor Dr, Alton, IL
0.11
Single-Family Home
$90,000
02/10/26
2
1
996
206 Longfellow Ave, Alton, IL
0.12
Single-Family Home
$175,000
02/11/26
3
2
1,092
241 Herbert St, Alton, IL
0.10
Single-Family Home
$127,400
10/30/25
2
1
1,000
3404 Leo St, Alton, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$130,000
04/14/26
2
1.5
852
508 Stowell Ave, Alton, IL
0.26
Single-Family Home
$64,000
08/28/26
2
1
800
3407 Milton Dr, Alton, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$127,000
07/30/26
3
2
1,188
608 Milton Rd, Alton, IL
0.33
Single-Family Home
$82,000
03/02/26
2
1
910
241 Alben St, Alton, IL
0.13
Single-Family Home
$171,900
01/23/26
3
1.5
1,459

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
277 Herbert St, Alton, IL 62002
0.02
$222,400
3
2
2,816
Off Market
233 Longfellow Ave, Alton, IL 62002
0.04
$163,000
4
2
2,314
Recently Sold
3028 Forest Dr, Alton, IL 62002
0.09
$151,100
2
2
1,213
Off Market
245 Herbert St, Alton, IL 62002
0.09
$156,200
3
1
1,302
Off Market
241 Herbert St, Alton, IL 62002
0.10
$129,600
2
1
1,000
Off Market
240 Herbert St, Alton, IL 62002
0.11
$140,000
2
1.5
1,454
Recently Sold
241 Arbor Dr, Alton, IL 62002
0.11
$90,000
2
1
996
Recently Sold
3404 Oak Dr, Alton, IL 62002
0.04
$117,250
2
1
728
Recently Sold
239 Arbor Dr, Alton, IL 62002
0.12
$139,600
2
1
1,002
Off Market
209 Longfellow Ave, Alton, IL 62002
0.11
$174,800
3
2
1,012
Off Market
206 Longfellow Ave, Alton, IL 62002
0.12
$175,000
3
2
1,092
Recently Sold
3407 Leo St, Alton, IL 62002
0.06
$67,500
2
1.5
752
For Sale

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1957
927 sqft
$142/sqft

About this House

Freshly updated, Immaculate 3 Br home with a beautifully landscaped backyard. This home features Crown molding, Real Hardwood floors, Replacement windows, Privacy fence, Hand laid brick patio, Main floor Laundry. Huge 16'X27' deck. Updated kitchen. Remodeled bath. The 2 sheds remain. 2 car extra wide blacktop driveway. Home warranty included.
242 Longfellow Ave, Alton, IL 62002 is a 3 bedroom, 927 sqft single-family home built in 1957. It last sold for $74,500 on Nov 13, 2014. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $132,000, with a rent estimate of $1,165/month.

Home Details for 242 Longfellow Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Carpet, Hardwood, Linoleum Vinyl
Interior Details
Types of Rooms: Dining Room, Family Room, Laundry Room

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: OtherExterior: Other, BrickFoundation Type: Crawl Raised

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1957
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7405 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Nov 13, 2014
Source: N/A
Sold
$74,500
Oct 16, 2013
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$77,000
Apr 17, 2013
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$77,000
Sep 9, 2004
Source: N/A
Sold
$77,000

Market trends in Alton

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

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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

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  • 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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Frequently asked questions about 242 Longfellow Ave

  • What is 242 Longfellow Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 242 Longfellow Ave in Alton, IL is $132,000.
  • What is the price history for 242 Longfellow Ave?
    242 Longfellow Ave in Alton, IL last sold for $74,500 in November 2014.
  • Is Alton a buyer's or seller's market?
    Alton is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Alton?
    The median sale price in Alton is $122K. That is down $2.42K from the prior month.
  • Does 242 Longfellow Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 242 Longfellow Ave in Alton, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 242 Longfellow Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 242 Longfellow Ave in Alton, IL has laundry facilities.

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