418 Prospect Street, Alton, IL 62002
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418 Prospect Street,Alton, IL 62002
$387,700
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 3,001 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Active
Listed by: tracey rowlan
Office: re/max alliance
MLS#:26051490
Source:MO_MARIS
Price summary
- Price:$387,700
- Price per sq. ft.:$129.19
About this home
There is a distinct moment when a house becomes a story—and it begins the instant you arrive at the entrance of this peaceful, exclusive bluff top road high in Alton’s highly desirable Christian Hill Historic District. Perched gracefully on the hill, this large Victorian home welcomes you with an unmistakable feeling of timeless magic. Step onto the front porch, take a seat on it’s lovely swing, and let the quiet settle around you. Here, crisp river breezes carry the fresh, unmistakable scent of the Mississippi River, located just a short three-minute walk down the tree-lined sidewalk of this brick paved street revealing a panoramic vista. It is a setting made for slow morning coffees, golden-hour conversations, and building a beautiful, cherished life.
Enter into a realm of craftsmanship rarely seen today. Sunshine filters through numerous stained-glass windows, painting soft jewels of ambient light across rich, hardwood floors that stretch across the entire first floor. Archways guide you seamlessly through a layout designed for both quiet reflection and joyful gathering. A front family room with fireplace flows into a cozy living room with its 2nd fireplace and an adjoining formal dining space crafted for unforgettable dinner parties. At the center of daily life sits the beautifully modernized kitchen—with solid granite countertops, a central island with seating for 4, and a sun-drenched built-in breakfast nook where you can sit and gaze out over the manicured garden.
Upstairs, the home continues to unfold like chapters in a favorite book. A third family room offers a quiet sanctuary for evening movie nights or peaceful afternoons. Tucked just off this space is an office nook, complete with floor-to-ceiling bookshelves waiting to house your favorite literature and treasures. With three bedrooms and two-and-a-half bathrooms, every corner balances Victorian details with effortless daily comfort. Down below, a partially finished basement features a flexible recreation room with a direct walk-up exit to the back patio.
Beyond its romantic soul, the home offers peace of mind. Thoughtfully updated where it matters, the residence features a modernized electrical system, new blinds throughout, fresh paint, a whole-house water filtration system, a furnace-integrated dehumidifier, and brand-new gutters complete with protective gutter guards.
Stroll out to the backyard to discover your own private outdoor haven. The lush, multi layered garden encircles an expansive patio anchored by a pergola—an outdoor dining area that comfortably seats twelve guests under the stars.
A long, sprawling driveway provides generous off-street parking for three additional vehicles, leading to a detached two-car garage equipped with a smart attic pulley system for effortless seasonal storage.
This is more than a home; it is a rare piece of architectural history high on the hill, where beauty and modern convenience blend in complete harmony, with the river as it’s siren. This is a story worth reading and deciding if it’s your next chapter ..
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Home facts
- Year built:1892
- Subdivision & Development:Christian Hill Historic District
- Listing ID #:26051490
- Added:32 day(s) ago
- Updated:September 13, 2026 at 03:37 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:3
- Total bathrooms:3
- Full bathrooms:2
- Half bathrooms:1
- Rooms Total:3
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Basement:Yes
- Basement Description:Storage Space, Walk-Up Access
- Living area:3,001 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Electric, Natural Gas
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Year built:1892
- Building area:3,001 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.26 Acres
- Lot Features:Cul-De-Sac, Waterfront
- Architectural Style:Victorian
- Construction Materials:Vinyl Siding
- Levels:2 Story
Schools
- High school:Alton
- Middle school:ALTON DIST 11
- Elementary school:ALTON DIST 11
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$387,700
- Price per sq. ft.:$129.19
- Tax amount:$363 (2025)
Parking
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:2
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