Alton City Property Records in Illinois
Assuming you mean Alton, Illinois, Alton property records typically include deeds, mortgages, liens, parcel ownership, assessed values, tax history, plats, and sometimes permits or zoning details. Users can access official records through Madison County Recorder for recorded deeds and land instruments, Madison County Chief County Assessment Office for parcel ownership and assessment information, and Madison County Treasurer for property tax bills and payment history. For court-related property matters such as foreclosures, judgments, probate, or liens, users may search records through Madison County Circuit Clerk or the Third Judicial Circuit Court of Illinois. Local zoning, building, or municipal property information may be available from The City of Alton Building and Zoning Department.
Alton Property and Community Statistics
What Are the Crime Rates
The crime rates section reports the number of crimes recorded in Alton across several categories. It includes violent crimes such as murder, robbery, and assault, along with property crimes such as total property crimes, burglary, and motor vehicle theft.
In Alton, the data shows 3 murders, 29 robberies, and 173 assaults. Property crimes total 662, including 234 burglaries and 59 motor vehicle thefts.
These counts give a snapshot of reported crime in Alton. Readers can compare violent and property offenses to see which categories were reported most often. The figures do not explain the circumstances of each case, but they show the reported activity.
What Is the Population Profile of Alton
This section shows the racial and ethnic makeup of Alton's residents. White residents are the largest group at 66% (16,700 people), followed by Black residents at 24% (6,101 people) and residents of two or more races at 6% (1,505 people). The data also includes other smaller groups.
Alton, Ratings Compared Across Illinois 
The ratings cover different aspects of life in Alton. The city earns its highest grades for Diversity (A), Cost of Living (A-), and Nightlife (A-). Other notable ratings include Public Schools (C+), Access to Parks (B+), and Walkability (B-). The ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories.
How Educated Is Alton
Alton's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including high school (31%), some college (18%), and bachelor degree (14%). The data also includes other available education levels.
When Were Homes Built
Alton's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during 1940 - 1959 (37%), followed by Before 1939 (28%) and 1960 - 1979 (19%). The data also includes other available construction periods.
How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?
Alton's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 2 bedrooms (38%), followed by 3 bedrooms (34%) and 1 bedroom (14%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories.
What Is the Average Age
Alton's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 65 Plus (17%), 25 - 34 (14%), and Under 10 (14%). The data also includes other available age groups.
Property Market Trends at Alton
Alton's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $99,500. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $948 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Alton's dynamic real estate landscape.