This beautifully maintained 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom cottage-style home is full of timeless character and thoughtful updates. The full brick exterior has been recently tuck-pointed, offering lasting durability and classic curb appeal. Step inside to discover a warm, inviting interior with original details throughout - including a vintage chandelier and a unique flour sifter-carefully preserved in the original kitchen cabinetry. A bonus room on the main floor offers the perfect space for a home office, study, or guest area. Downstairs, the finished basement includes an additional bonus room, ideal for a rec room, studio, or hobby space. Furnace approx 5 years old, roof & water heater approx 10 years old. Out back, the fenced yard is a gardener's dream. Enjoy mature landscaping, vibrant perennial flowers, and a paver patio perfect for outdoor dining or relaxing with a morning coffee. A rare blend of historic charm and practical living - this home is ready to welcome its next owner! Fun fact: there is a 4X8 cedar closet in the attic, perfect for extra storage!
Active under contract
$159,900
301 E 7th St, Alton, IL 62002
2beds
1,200sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1929
3,598.06 Square Feet Lot
$159,700 Zestimate®
$133/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Full brick exteriorFinished basementUnique flour sifterFenced yardMature landscapingVintage chandelierVibrant perennial flowers
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Listing updated: July 08, 2025 at 03:08pm
Listing Provided by:
Ali L Tarrant 618-974-9598,
Tarrant and Harman Real Estate and Auction Co
Source: MARIS,MLS#: 25044580
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Main
- Area: 121
- Dimensions: 11x11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 11x10
Bathroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Area: 42
- Dimensions: 7x6
Bathroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Concrete
- Level: Lower
- Area: 24
- Dimensions: 4x6
Bonus room
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Lower
- Area: 187
- Dimensions: 11x17
Dining room
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 140
- Dimensions: 10x14
Kitchen
- Features: Floor Covering: Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 9x11
Living room
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 14x13
Mud room
- Features: Floor Covering: Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Area: 21
- Dimensions: 7x3
Other
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 16
- Dimensions: 4x4
Recreation room
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Lower
- Area: 176
- Dimensions: 16x11
Sunroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 77
- Dimensions: 11x7
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Concrete,Full,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,200
- Total interior livable area: 1,200 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 820
- Finished area below ground: 380
Property
Lot
- Size: 3,598.06 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 40 x 90
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 232071119404011
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- Year built: 1929
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Not In A Subdivision
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Alton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $133/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $102,930
- Annual tax amount: $2,194
- Date on market: 6/30/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Private
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