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$95,168$103 / ft²
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Last sold for $74,500 on Nov 13, 2014

242 LONGFELLOW AVE

ALTON, IL 62002
1
Baths
927 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1957
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$95K
$76K low$115K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$74,500 · Nov 13, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,062 (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.$34,980 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,650
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$31,330
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$31,640
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$104,940

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
24
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
82
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
70
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
4
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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.0.17
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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.

M
Alton Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi
H
Alton High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.4 mi
E
Gilson Brown Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–1 · 5.3 mi

District: Alton Community Unit School District 11

Neighborhood · ZIP 62002These 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.135
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.125

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.28,813
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.738 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,207
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$78,082
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 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

242 Longfellow 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 82% of homes in Madison County
  • Costs less per square foot than 80% of homes in Madison County
  • Smaller than 72% of homes in Madison County
  • Has a smaller lot than 75% of homes in Madison County
  • Newer than 71% of homes in Alton 62002

What homes are worth in Alton 62002

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

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$28K$474K

This home is worth more than 42% of homes in Alton 62002.

How it measures up in Alton 62002

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Alton 62002.

Estimated value$95,168
CheaperTypical $108,758Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$103
CheaperTypical $107Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Living area927 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,006 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Year built1957
OlderTypical 1948Newer

Newer than 71% of homes nearby

How 242 Longfellow Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAlton 62002Madison County
Estimated valuepricier than$95,16842% of homes18% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10347% of homes20% of homes
Living areabigger than927 ft²39% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac43% of homes25% of homes
Year builtnewer than195771% of homes40% of homes

About 242 Longfellow Ave

How much is 242 Longfellow Ave, Alton, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 242 Longfellow Ave, Alton, IL is $95,168 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $75,550 to $114,786. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 242 Longfellow Ave, Alton, IL last sell?

242 Longfellow Ave, Alton, IL last sold on Nov 13, 2014 for $74,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 242 Longfellow Ave, Alton, IL?

242 Longfellow Ave, Alton, IL has 1 bathrooms, 927 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 242 Longfellow Ave, Alton, IL built?

242 Longfellow Ave, Alton, IL was built in 1957, making it 69 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 242 Longfellow Ave, Alton, IL?

242 Longfellow Ave, Alton, IL is assigned to Alton Middle School (middle), rated D; Alton High School (high), rated D+; Gilson Brown Elementary School (elementary). All sit in Alton Community Unit School District 11. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 242 Longfellow Ave, Alton, IL compare to other homes in Alton 62002?

Among the 12,598 homes in Alton 62002, it is worth more than 42% of them ($95,168 against a typical $108,758), its price per square foot is higher than 47% of them ($103 against a typical $107), it is bigger than 39% of them (927 ft² against a typical 1,006 ft²), its lot is bigger than 43% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 71% of them (1957 against a typical 1948). Measured against all of Madison County, it is worth more than 18% 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 242 Longfellow Ave, Alton, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 242 Longfellow Ave, Alton, IL was $1,062. The county assessed it at $34,980.

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