418 Prospect St, Alton, IL 62002
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FOR SALE
0.26 ACRES
Listed by Tracey M Rowlan, RE/MAX Alliance, (618) 696-2525

$394,700

  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 3,001 sqft (on 0.26 acres)

418 Prospect St, Alton, IL 62002

Est. Mortgage $2,738/mo*
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1892
0.26 acre lot
$132/sqft
Garage

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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About this House

There is a distinct moment when a house becomes a story—and it begins the instant you arrive at the entrance of this peaceful, exclusive bluff top road high in Alton’s highly desirable Christian Hill Historic District. Perched gracefully on the hill, this large Victorian home welcomes you with an unmistakable feeling of timeless magic. Step onto the front porch, take a seat on it’s lovely swing, and let the quiet settle around you. Here, crisp river breezes carry the fresh, unmistakable scent of the Mississippi River, located just a short three-minute walk down the tree-lined sidewalk of this brick paved street revealing a panoramic vista. It is a setting made for slow morning coffees, golden-hour conversations, and building a beautiful, cherished life.

Enter into a realm of craftsmanship rarely seen today. Sunshine filters through numerous stained-glass windows, painting soft jewels of ambient light across rich, hardwood floors that stretch across the entire first floor. Archways guide you seamlessly through a layout designed for both quiet reflection and joyful gathering. A front family room with fireplace flows into a cozy living room with its 2nd fireplace and an adjoining formal dining space crafted for unforgettable dinner parties. At the center of daily life sits the beautifully modernized kitchen—with solid granite countertops, a central island with seating for 4, and a sun-drenched built-in breakfast nook where you can sit and gaze out over the manicured garden.
Upstairs, the home continues to unfold like chapters in a favorite book. A third family room offers a quiet sanctuary for evening movie nights or peaceful afternoons. Tucked just off this space is an office nook, complete with floor-to-ceiling bookshelves waiting to house your favorite literature and treasures. With three bedrooms and two-and-a-half bathrooms, every corner balances Victorian details with effortless daily comfort. Down below, a partially finished basement features a flexible recreation room with a direct walk-up exit to the back patio.

Beyond its romantic soul, the home offers peace of mind. Thoughtfully updated where it matters, the residence features a modernized electrical system, new blinds throughout, fresh paint, a whole-house water filtration system, a furnace-integrated dehumidifier, and brand-new gutters complete with protective gutter guards.

Stroll out to the backyard to discover your own private outdoor haven. The lush, multi layered garden encircles an expansive patio anchored by a pergola—an outdoor dining area that comfortably seats twelve guests under the stars.
A long, sprawling driveway provides generous off-street parking for three additional vehicles, leading to a detached two-car garage equipped with a smart attic pulley system for effortless seasonal storage.

This is more than a home; it is a rare piece of architectural history high on the hill, where beauty and modern convenience blend in complete harmony, with the river as it’s siren. This is a story worth reading and deciding if it’s your next chapter ..

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Home Details for 418 Prospect St

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Storage Space,Walk-Up AccessNumber of Rooms: 3
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 3001 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Water ConnectedAppliances: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Water PurifierDishwasherDisposalLaundry: In BasementMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Electric,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Ceiling Fan(s),Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Electric
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 2Fireplace: Family Room, Living RoomHas a Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: AmerenHas Electric on Property
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: ScreensFlooring: Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Levels: TwoFloors: Wood
View
View: River, Trees/Woods

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: Covered, Front Porch, Patio, See RemarksFencing: Back YardNo Private PoolPatio
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage
Frontage
WaterfrontWaterfront: Waterfront, River FrontRoad Frontage: City StreetRoad Surface Type: BrickOn Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 3001 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 14Days on Market: 27

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1892
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: Victorian
Building
Building: Basement, Bathrooms, Patio, StorageConstruction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Condition: Updated/RemodeledParcel Number: 232071117302032

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $394,700Price Per Sqft: $132
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: AltonCommunity: Christian Hill Historic District
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: 26051490

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 3001 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street LightsNot Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORSNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.26 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Private

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 26051490Water View: RiverAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 3001Showing Requirements: Appointment Only, Occupied

Additional Information

CurbsSidewalksStreet Lights

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 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

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$382K
Since last month
Increased$23K (+6.3%)
Since last year
Increased$30K (+8.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$40K (+11.6%)
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 +154% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$382K
August 2026$394K
July 2026$360K
June 2026$361K
May 2026$360K
April 2026$358K
March 2026$360K
February 2026$363K
January 2026$364K
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
509 Summit St, Alton, IL
0.20
Single-Family Home
$361,000
12/15/25
3
2.5
2,797
402 Prospect St, Alton, IL
0.06
Single-Family Home
$395,000
12/15/25
2
2.5
2,770
425 Belleview Ave, Alton, IL
0.10
Single-Family Home
$282,500
03/13/26
4
3
2,695
431 Belleview Ave, Alton, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$275,000
11/17/25
4
1.5
2,164
711 Riverview Dr, Alton, IL
0.22
Single-Family Home
$335,000
09/29/25
4
2.5
2,900
908 State St, Alton, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$119,900
04/24/26
2
2
1,152
1029 Langdon St, Alton, IL
0.74
Single-Family Home
$370,000
10/31/25
4
2.5
3,016
401 George St, Alton, IL
0.63
Single-Family Home
$170,000
04/07/26
4
3.5
2,944

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
810 State St, Alton, IL 62002
0.04
$123,700
5
1
1,848
Off Market
417 Prospect St #A, Alton, IL 62002
0.05
$156,500
3
1.5
1,400
Off Market
417 Prospect St #D, Alton, IL 62002
0.05
$153,000
2
2
923
Off Market
417 Prospect St #G, Alton, IL 62002
0.05
$163,200
2
1.5
1,198
Off Market
417 Prospect St #H, Alton, IL 62002
0.05
$125,100
1
1
797
Off Market
417 Prospect St #I, Alton, IL 62002
0.05
$116,000
1
1
742
Recently Sold
417 Prospect St #X, Alton, IL 62002
0.05
$129,200
2
1.5
964
Off Market
417 Prospect St #O, Alton, IL 62002
0.05
$143,900
2
2
1,200
Off Market
417 Prospect St #S, Alton, IL 62002
0.05
$122,000
2
1.5
1,383
Off Market
402 Prospect St, Alton, IL 62002
0.06
$395,000
2
2.5
2,770
Recently Sold
908 State St, Alton, IL 62002
0.09
$119,900
2
2
1,152
Recently Sold

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 14, 2026
Source: MARIS #26051490
Listed For Sale
$394,700
Feb 12, 2025
Source: MARIS #24073603
Sold
$342,500
Dec 19, 2024
Source: MARIS #24073603
Pending
$339,000
Nov 29, 2024
Source: MARIS #24073603
Listed For Sale
$339,000

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Frequently asked questions about 418 Prospect St

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 418 Prospect St?
    Based on a $394,700 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 418 Prospect St in Alton, IL is approximately $2,792 (about $2,102 principal & interest, $615 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 418 Prospect St compare to homes in Alton?
    418 Prospect St in Alton, IL is listed at $394,700, about 224% above 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 418 Prospect St?
    The closest schools to 418 Prospect St in Alton, IL are Alton High School (rated 3/10), Alton Middle School (rated 4/10), Gilson Brown Elementary School.
  • Does 418 Prospect St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 418 Prospect St in Alton, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 418 Prospect St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 418 Prospect St in Alton, IL has laundry facilities.
418 Prospect St, Alton, IL 62002 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 3,001 sqft single-family home built in 1892. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MARIS on Aug 12, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 26051490.