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The original name of Bethalto was Bethel, but it was discovered that there was already a Bethel, Illinois. It was then changed to Bethalto after they combined the first four letters of Bethel and the first four letters of the nearby town Alton.
Bethalto is a village located in Madison County (not THAT Madison County), Illinois with a population of 9,521. It's part of the eastern portion of Greater St. Louis and is a bedroom community for the bigger city. It's home to a number of industries that keep the community thriving on its own, however. There are quite a few delicious restaurants in the area and residents love the very tight-knit and local community feel that the town has. Bethalto residents have convenient access to the area's freeway system and Illinois Route 255 and Illinois Route 143 both pass close to town. The village has quite a few beautiful parks, such as Municipal Park, which has an outdoor amphitheater, swimming pool, lighted tennis courts, baseball fields, skateboard park and basketball court. This is just one of the area's major parks and beautiful scenic areas. See more
Studio apartments could offer the best of Bethalto living at a less expensive price tag than larger units. Look for the best buildings near entertainment, dining, and public transportation or highway access.
Ask about the square footage of studio apartments in Bethalto during your tour. Even a little extra space in another building can offer more room for storage or an additional chair. Consider the layout and what you can accomplish before you sign. You should have enough room for your bed, a small sitting area, and a dining table. You can always get creative and loft your bed to save on space underneath or install a fold-down table or desk that tucks away.