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$80,848$73 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 87How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

1218 ALTON AVE

MADISON, IL 62060
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,100 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.52 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$81K
$71K low$91K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,782 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$24,020 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,630
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$18,390
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$21,710
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$72,060

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.52
93
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
86
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
73
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
8
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.69 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyMADISON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.52
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Prather Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 1.9 mi
H
Granite City High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi
M
Coolidge Junior High SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.7 mi

District: Granite City Community Unit School District 9

Neighborhood · ZIP 62060These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.169
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.148

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.83%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.10.0%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.22%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,411
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.734 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$40,837
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$62,439
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.40 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

1218 Alton Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 86% of homes in Madison County
  • Costs less per square foot than 90% of homes in Madison County
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in Madison 62060
  • Among the largest lots in Madison 62060
  • Newer than 87% of homes in Madison 62060

What homes are worth in Madison 62060

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$18K$175K

This home is worth more than 84% of homes in Madison 62060.

How it measures up in Madison 62060

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Madison 62060.

Estimated value$80,848
CheaperTypical $47,270Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$73
CheaperTypical $50Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Living area1,100 ft²
SmallerTypical 942 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Lot size0.52 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1940Newer

Newer than 87% of homes nearby

How 1218 Alton Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMadison 62060Madison County
Estimated valuepricier than$80,84884% of homes14% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$7378% of homes10% of homes
Living areabigger than1,100 ft²72% of homes47% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.52 acalmost all homes78% of homes
Year builtnewer than196087% of homes46% of homes

About 1218 Alton Ave

How much is 1218 Alton Ave, Madison, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1218 Alton Ave, Madison, IL is $80,848 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $70,624 to $91,072. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1218 Alton Ave, Madison, IL last sell?

1218 Alton Ave, Madison, IL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1218 Alton Ave, Madison, IL?

1218 Alton Ave, Madison, IL has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,100 square feet of living space and a 0.52-acre lot.

When was 1218 Alton Ave, Madison, IL built?

1218 Alton Ave, Madison, IL was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1218 Alton Ave, Madison, IL?

1218 Alton Ave, Madison, IL is assigned to Prather Elementary School (elementary); Granite City High School (high), rated D-; Coolidge Junior High School (middle), rated D-. All sit in Granite City Community Unit School District 9. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1218 Alton Ave, Madison, IL compare to other homes in Madison 62060?

Among the 1,547 homes in Madison 62060, it is worth more than 84% of them ($80,848 against a typical $47,270), its price per square foot is higher than 78% of them ($73 against a typical $50), it is bigger than 72% of them (1,100 ft² against a typical 942 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (0.52 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 87% of them (1960 against a typical 1940). Measured against all of Madison County, it is worth more than 14% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1218 Alton Ave, Madison, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1218 Alton Ave, Madison, IL was $2,782. The county assessed it at $24,020.

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