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$260,510$132 / 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 88How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $200,000 on Jan 16, 2026

8 DANFORTH RD

ALTON, IL 62002
3
Beds
2 / 2
Baths
1,973 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.
1.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$261K
$229K low$292K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$200,000 · Jan 16, 2026
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$260,510
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$208,408

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.
32
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.Residential - Vacant Land
CountyMADISON
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1965
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.26
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 441 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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
Gilson Brown Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–1 · 1.7 mi
M
Alton Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.1 mi
H
Alton High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.5 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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

8 Danforth Rd 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 more than 90% of homes in Alton 62002
  • Costs more per square foot than 67% of homes in Alton 62002
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Alton 62002
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Alton 62002
  • Older than 68% of homes in Madison County

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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$24K$450K

This home is worth more than 90% 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$260,510
CheaperTypical $104,317Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$132
CheaperTypical $103Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Living area1,973 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,008 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Lot size1.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1948Newer

Newer than 57% of homes nearby

How 8 Danforth Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAlton 62002Madison County
Estimated valuepricier than$260,51090% of homes69% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13267% of homes38% of homes
Living areabigger than1,973 ft²95% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.26 ac92% of homes88% of homes
Year builtnewer than195057% of homes32% of homes

About 8 Danforth Rd

How much is 8 Danforth Rd, Alton, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8 Danforth Rd, Alton, IL is $260,510 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $229,213 to $291,807. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8 Danforth Rd, Alton, IL last sell?

8 Danforth Rd, Alton, IL last sold on Jan 16, 2026 for $200,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8 Danforth Rd, Alton, IL?

8 Danforth Rd, Alton, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,973 square feet of living space and a 1.26-acre lot.

When was 8 Danforth Rd, Alton, IL built?

8 Danforth Rd, Alton, IL was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8 Danforth Rd, Alton, IL?

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

How does 8 Danforth Rd, Alton, IL compare to other homes in Alton 62002?

Among the 12,598 homes in Alton 62002, it is worth more than 90% of them ($260,510 against a typical $104,317), its price per square foot is higher than 67% of them ($132 against a typical $103), it is bigger than 95% of them (1,973 ft² against a typical 1,008 ft²), its lot is bigger than 92% of them (1.26 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 57% of them (1950 against a typical 1948). Measured against all of Madison County, it is worth more than 69% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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