408 Bluff Street

Alton, IL 62002

Historic

Alton, IL 62002

408 Bluff Street

$189,900

MLS#: 26057620

Status: Pending

Listing provided by: Landmark Realty

Listing agent phone: None

Last update: 3 days ago

On site: 8 days ago

Christian Hill - Residential

About

CHRISTIAN HILL CHARM! This lovingly maintained two-story home beautifully blends historic character with timeless appeal and is ready for its next owners. Featuring 2 bedrooms and 1 bath, the home welcomes you with a charming entry foyer, hardwood floors, formal living room and dining room filled with warmth and character. The kitchen showcases vintage Youngstown Kitchens by Mullins cabinetry, and all kitchen appliances stay with the home. The laundry room includes a toilet and sink and could easily be enclosed for a second bathroom. The Sellers are including all furniture with sale of the home, making this an easy move! Enjoy the changing seasons from the enclosed porch or second-story balcony, and take advantage of the thoughtfully landscaped outdoor spaces. The fenced yard features a lovely city garden, screened porch and a one-car detached garage. The exterior of both the home and garage has been freshly painted, adding to the home's inviting curb appeal. Tastefully decorated and exceptionally well cared for, this charming Christian Hill home is truly move-in ready and offers the perfect opportunity to own a piece of Alton's historic character.

Property

Beds

2

Full Baths

1

1/2 Baths

None

Year Built

1918

Sq.Footage

1,375

Features

Features & Amenities

Interior

  • Other Interior Features

    Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, High Ceilings

  • Total Bedrooms

    2

  • Bathrooms

    1

  • Above Grade Finished Area

    1375.0

  • Basement YN

    YES

  • Cooling YN

    YES

  • Cooling

    Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)

  • Fireplace YN

    NO

  • Heating YN

    YES

  • Heating

    Forced Air, Hot Water, Natural Gas, Radiant, Zoned

  • Pet friendly

    N/A

Exterior

  • Garage

    Yes

  • Garage spaces

    1

  • Construction Materials

    Aluminum Siding

  • Other Exterior Features

    Balcony, Courtyard

  • Parking

    Driveway, Paved

  • Patio and Porch Features

    Covered, Front Porch, Patio, Porch, Screened, Side Porch

  • Pool

    No

  • Waterfront YN

    NO

  • View

    River

Area & Lot

  • Lot Features

    Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Views

  • Lot Size(acres)

    0.09

  • Lot Size(square feet)

    3,920

  • Property Type

    Residential

  • Property Sub Type

    Single Family Residence

  • Architectural Style

    Historic

Price

  • Sales Price

    $189,900

  • Tax Amount

    $3,268

  • Sq. Footage

    1,375

  • Price/SqFt

    $138

HOA

  • Association

    No

School District

  • Elementary School

    ALTON DIST 11

  • Middle School

    ALTON DIST 11

  • High School

    Alton

Property Features

  • New Construction

    NO

  • Foundation Details

    Stone

  • Senior Community YN

    NO

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

  • Water Source

    Public

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Location

  • County

    Madison

  • Elementary School

    ALTON DIST 11

  • Middle School

    ALTON DIST 11

  • High School

    Alton

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