506 E 5th St, Alton, IL 62002
SOLD
JAN 9, 2026
Listed by Susan Slemmer, Tarrant and Harman Real Estate and Auction Co, (314) 974-7266 . Bought with Coldwell Banker Brown Realtors

$177,600

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,789 sqft

506 E 5th St, Alton, IL 62002

Est. Refi. Payment $1,305/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jan 9, 2026 for $175,000 (4% above list price)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$178K
Since last month
Increased$2K (+1%)
Since last year
Increased$27K (+17.4%)
Since last sale
Increased$4K (+2.5%)
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 +236% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$179K
August 2026$178K
July 2026$178K
June 2026$180K
May 2026$180K
April 2026$178K
March 2026$178K
February 2026$177K
January 2026$176K
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2024
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2022
2021
2020
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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
605 Mechanic St, Alton, IL
0.12
Single-Family Home
$72,500
01/29/26
3
1
2,289
616 E 8th St, Alton, IL
0.20
Single-Family Home
$139,000
09/14/26
3
2
1,674
612 E 4th St, Alton, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$141,000
04/10/26
2
1.5
819
205 E 12th St, Alton, IL
0.46
Single-Family Home
$199,900
08/28/26
3
1.5
1,868
406 E 9th St, Alton, IL
0.29
Single-Family Home
$128,000
08/28/26
2
1
1,200
818 Spruce St, Alton, IL
0.44
Single-Family Home
$155,000
09/09/26
2
2
1,936
401 George St, Alton, IL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$170,000
04/07/26
4
3.5
2,944
230 E 12th St, Alton, IL
0.48
Single-Family Home
$55,000
02/09/26
3
1.5
1,480
1205 E 4th St, Alton, IL
0.59
Single-Family Home
$138,000
03/20/26
4
2
1,148

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
610 E 5th St, Alton, IL 62002
0.06
$104,800
4
2
2,460
Off Market
612 E 4th St, Alton, IL 62002
0.09
$141,000
2
1.5
819
Recently Sold
536 E 6th St, Alton, IL 62002
0.06
$315,000
4
2.5
3,141
For Sale
500 E 6th St, Alton, IL 62002
0.08
$108,894
-
-
-
Recently Sold
719 E 6th St, Alton, IL 62002
0.15
-
Studio
-
1,648
Off Market
728-730 E 6th St, Alton, IL 62002
0.14
$51,500
3
2
1,260
Recently Sold
603 Liberty St, Alton, IL 62002
0.14
$94,900
2
1.5
1,331
For Sale
440 E 6th St, Alton, IL 62002
0.11
$172,800
4
4
3,078
Off Market
526 E 7th St, Alton, IL 62002
0.12
$152,500
Studio
-
1,824
Recently Sold
710 E 6th St, Alton, IL 62002
0.16
$132,600
5
2
1,900
Off Market
524 E 7th St, Alton, IL 62002
0.13
$102,500
5
2
2,429
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 1890
1,789 sqft
$98/sqft

About this House

This beautiful Middletown home offers the perfect blend of modern updates and the timeless character you expect from this historic neighborhood. It sits on a quiet brick street within easy walking distance to Haskell Park, local coffee shops, restaurants, farmers’ markets, and the riverfront.
The covered front porch leads into an inviting foyer with a stunning open staircase. Tall ceilings and abundant natural light enhance the warmth of the home, and hardwood floors run through much of the main level. The dining room features pocket doors and an ornate fireplace with original woodwork, adding to the home’s charm. The updated kitchen includes a center island with range and seating, and it opens to a lower-level composite deck. The fenced backyard offers low-maintenance landscaping for easy living.
Upstairs, you’ll find three spacious bedrooms with large closets, a built-in bookshelf, along with access to a generous composite upper deck overlooking nearby Barth Park. From the front of the home, enjoy a lovely view of the Clark Bridge. The roof is only 5 years old, providing peace of mind. A walk-up attic and clean basement offer potential for additional living space, and laundry hookups are available both upstairs and in the basement. The refrigerator, range/oven, dishwasher, washer and dryer remain with the home. Open house on Saturday, December 6th 12:00-1:30. Individual showings begin after the open house.
506 E 5th St, Alton, IL 62002 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,789 sqft single-family home built in 1890. It last sold for $175,000 on Jan 9, 2026 (4% above the $167,900 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $177,600, with a rent estimate of $1,420/month.

Home Details for 506 E 5th St

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Bathroom, Dining Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Mud Room, Office
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1789 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Sewer ConnectedAppliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer StackedDishwasherDisposalLaundry: 2nd Floor,In Basement,Multiple LocationsRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Has a Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: AmerenHas Electric on Property
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Levels: Two
View
View: Bridge(s), City, Hills

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: Composite, Rear Porch
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1789 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 32

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1890
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Building: BasementConstruction Materials: Aluminum SidingNot Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 232071408203031

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $167,900Price Per Sqft: $98/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Jan 07 2026Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: AltonCommunity: Alton Proper
School Information
Elementary School: Alton Dist 11Jr High / Middle School: Alton Dist 11High School: AltonHigh School District: Alton DIST 11

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1789 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORSNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3301.848 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 25079589Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1789Showing Requirements: Appointment Only, Lockbox, Occupied, Pet(s) on Premises

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jan 9, 2026
Source: MARIS #25079589
Sold
$175,000
Jan 7, 2026
Source: MARIS #25079589
Pending
$167,900
Dec 7, 2025
Source: MARIS #25079589
Contingent
$167,900
Dec 6, 2025
Source: MARIS #25079589
Listed For Sale
$167,900
Dec 31, 2020
Source: MARIS #20083399
Sold
$132,500

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

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What Locals Say about Alton

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  • 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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "School ratings are poor, but don’t let that deter you. Visit the schools! We have been so pleased!"
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    "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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    "Alton has rich history. It is a family friendly town, with safe schools. The social scene is very active."
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    "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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    "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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    "Church on the street comes every other Saturday and gives away free clothes and food for the neighborhood kids."
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    "fireworks, Saturday market, riverfront with amphitheatre, cute historic downtown, cute older homes, near St. Louis."
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Frequently asked questions about 506 E 5th St

  • What is 506 E 5th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 506 E 5th St in Alton, IL is $177,600.
  • What is the price history for 506 E 5th St?
    506 E 5th St in Alton, IL last sold for $175,000 in January 2026.
  • 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 $120K. That is down $1.42K from the prior month.
  • Does 506 E 5th St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 506 E 5th St in Alton, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 506 E 5th St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 506 E 5th St in Alton, IL has laundry facilities.

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