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208 Wisconsin Ave, Alton, IL, 62002

2beds
1baths
1,240sqft
$139,000
$112price/sqft
$1,221/moest. monthly cost
$48,840/yrincome needed

About This Home

Welcome home to this charming and spacious 2-bedroom, 1-bath property offering plenty of room to spread out and enjoy. The home features a generously sized full bathroom, plus an unconventional lower-level bedroom with windows that provide natural light and flexibility for guests, a home office, or additional living space. Just off the back of the home, you'll find another versatile bonus room complete with windows for abundant natural light and a closet for extra storage. The amazingly large living room and dining room flow together in an open-concept layout that's perfect for entertaining family and friends. Step outside and enjoy the many outdoor features, including an oversized 2-car garage, a spacious fenced backyard, and a large covered front porch that's perfect for relaxing and enjoying the peaceful surroundings. Situated on a quiet dead-end street with wonderful neighbors, this property offers the ideal combination of comfort, space, and small-town charm. Don't miss the opportunity to make this versatile and inviting home your own!

Getting Around

42
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
37
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

5/10
East Elementary SchoolGrades 3-50.9 mi
4/10
Alton Middle SchoolGrades 6-81.2 mi
3/10
Alton High SchoolGrades 9-122.9 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1946

Materials

  • Construction materials: Vinyl Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Bungalow,Traditional
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Stainless Steel Appliance(s),Dishwasher,Dryer,Exhaust Fan,Microwave,Oven,Free-Standing Range,Refrigerator,Washer
  • Laundry features: In Basement

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Partially Finished,Full,Sleeping Area,Storage Space

Bathroom

  • Features: Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 99
  • Dimensions: 11x9

Bedroom

  • Features: Floor Covering: Laminate
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 121
  • Dimensions: 11x11

Bedroom2

  • Features: Floor Covering: Laminate
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 121
  • Dimensions: 11x11

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bedrooms: 2

Bonus Room

  • Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
  • Level: Basement
  • Area: 200
  • Dimensions: 20x10

Dining Room

  • Features: Floor Covering: Wood
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 182
  • Dimensions: 14x13

Features

  • Finished area below ground: 250
  • Finished area above ground: 1,040

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,240
  • Total interior livable area: 1,240 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Floor Covering: Vinyl
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 90
  • Dimensions: 10x9

Living Room

  • Features: Floor Covering: Laminate
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 182
  • Dimensions: 14x13

Sunroom

  • Features: Floor Covering: Wood Veneer
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 117
  • Dimensions: 13x9

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 232080813305017
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: One
  • Patio & porch: Porch

Lot

  • Lot size: 6,324 sqft
  • Features: Front Yard,Level

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Garage
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveRelatively High
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveRelatively High
  • Tornado
    TornadoRelatively High
  • Earthquake
    EarthquakeModerate
  • Hail
    HailModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Cold Wave
Heat Wave
Tornado
Earthquake
Hail
Inland Flooding
Lightning
Winter Weather

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Illinois Counties

Flood

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $702$8,424
Home Insurance *$182$2,184
Property Taxes $207$2,484
Electricity $130$1,569
Total$1,221$14,652
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$41,862/yr
40% on housing$36,630/yr
45% on housing$32,560/yr

Illinois FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 1,961Commercial: 62
Total Premiums$4.35M
Total Exposure$370.02M

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 11.2%
11.2%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 5.5%
5.5%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -0.4%
-0.4%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$112This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 62002$121
Madison County$154

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 62002$99
Madison County$119

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-06-25Price change$139,000
2026-06-13Listed for sale$140,000
2025-10-14Sold$122,000
2025-09-16Pending sale$119,900
2025-09-06Listed for sale$119,900
2020-08-17Sold$60,000
2005-03-30Sold$77,500

For Sale by Agent

AgentBecky Leach
BrokerageCisler & Associates Real Estate

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