Single Family ResidenceResidential
Last sold for $140,000 on Jan 5, 2006
6527 ALPHA DR
ALTON, IL 62002
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,215 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.
0.46 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1970
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
Valuation
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$140,000 · Jan 5, 2006
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,887 (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.$61,130 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$9,310
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$51,820
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$58,680
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$183,390
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.38
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
35
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
83
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
71
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyMADISON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.46
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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.
EHM
Lewis & Clark Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–1 · 1.6 mi
Alton High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi
Alton Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.1 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
6527 Alpha Dr 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.
- Bigger than 73% of homes in Alton 62002
- Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Alton 62002
- Newer than 85% 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.
Living area1,215 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,008 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 73% of homes nearby
Lot size0.46 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger
Bigger than 84% of homes nearby
Year built1970
OlderTypical 1948Newer
Newer than 85% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Alton 62002 | Madison County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 1,215 ft² | 73% of homes | 58% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.46 ac | 84% of homes | 75% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1970 | 85% of homes | 58% of homes |
About 6527 Alpha Dr
When did 6527 Alpha Dr, Alton, IL last sell?
6527 Alpha Dr, Alton, IL last sold on Jan 5, 2006 for $140,000, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 6527 Alpha Dr, Alton, IL?
6527 Alpha Dr, Alton, IL has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,215 square feet of living space and a 0.46-acre lot.
When was 6527 Alpha Dr, Alton, IL built?
6527 Alpha Dr, Alton, IL was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.
What schools serve 6527 Alpha Dr, Alton, IL?
6527 Alpha Dr, Alton, IL is assigned to Lewis & Clark Elementary School (elementary); Alton High School (high), rated D+; Alton Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Alton Community Unit School District 11. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 6527 Alpha Dr, Alton, IL compare to other homes in Alton 62002?
Among the 12,598 homes in Alton 62002, it is bigger than 73% of them (1,215 ft² against a typical 1,008 ft²), its lot is bigger than 84% of them (0.46 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 85% of them (1970 against a typical 1948). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 6527 Alpha Dr, Alton, IL?
The 2025 property tax bill for 6527 Alpha Dr, Alton, IL was $3,887. The county assessed it at $61,130.
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Closest homes
- 6523 Alpha Dr$223K122 ft · 3 bd · 2 ba · 1,508 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 6531 Alpha Dr$207K131 ft · 4 bd · 1 ba · 1,346 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
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- 6515 Alpha Dr$241K322 ft · 1 bd · 2 ba · 1,299 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 6518 Alpha Dr$235K356 ft · 4 bd · 3 ba · 1,344 ft² · Sold $190K · Sep 2019
- 6539 Alpha Dr$193K341 ft · 1 bd · 1 ba · 1,178 ft² · Sold $190K · Mar 2023
- 6511 Alpha Dr$218K449 ft · 4 bd · 1 ba · 1,614 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
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