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c. 1870 Gothic Revival in Alton, IL

5/8/23 6 Comments
Posted on OHD: 5/8/23. Last OHD Update: 5/8/23.
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1224 Washington Ave, Alton, IL 62002

This property is a Diamond in the Rough! The Gothic, Revival Cottage - The HOPPE HOUSE - Offers Amazing Historic Charm! This beauty is protected by a gorgeous iron fence across the front. The flowering bushes provide both a fragrant & inviting welcome to the covered front porch. As you enter this stately home, the wood floors & fireplace boast of the 19th century era. Full eat-in kitchen includes the appliances. Large family room on the main level could be a formal dining room. A full bathroom & main floor bedroom complete the 1st floor. The stairs up lead to the 1/2 story bedroom. The stairs down open to an entire other living space, to include a family room, laundry room, full bathroom, 2 bonus rooms previously used as bedrooms, a storage room, & more. 2 covered garage spaces & a guest house complete the main structure. The additional structure on the property once served as a donut shop, & is currently used for storage. Seller Financing Available. Recording devices on property.
2 Bed 2 Bath 1,248 Sq Ft 0.41 Ac.
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