Real Estate Investing in Avon, Illinois

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 1,646 • Fulton County

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Should you buy in Avon, IL? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
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Grade C (65/100)

Mixed signals — some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

📈 For Investors
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3.0 / 5 (52/100)

A cash-flow market — rent-to-price math works from day one, though value growth is modest. Great for income-focused investors.

⚠️ Risks to Know
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  • High vacancy: 16.4% of homes vacant — above national norms.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

2.5% 5yr CAGR

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

🏦 30-yr Fixed Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS
Avg Investability
Avg Home Value $133,288
Avg Monthly Rent $828
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Avon Real Estate

With a sizable population across 1 ZIPs, Avon shows the kind of subdued fundamentals that keep most out-of-state capital on the sidelines.

The investment case for Avon is difficult to make on screen data alone. better suited elsewhere for a 3.0 rating and a cap rate of 0.0% that looks fine only until you underwrite the vacancy.

Rent trends and price trends in Avon are both soft, which is the uncomfortable combination that defines distressed-leaning markets in Illinois.

The 0% renter share in Avon masks uneven tenant quality across ZIPs, and $N/AK median income leaves little cushion against economic shocks.

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Best ZIP codes in Peoria, IL

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Avg Home Value
$133,288
Avg Monthly Rent
$828
1% Rule
✗ Below
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📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Peoria, IL metro

0/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
0/3
43%
Days Pending
0/2
27 days

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⚖️ Balanced Market — Peoria, IL metro
27
Days to pending
11.8%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in Avon, IL

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Frequently Asked Questions About Avon, IL

What is the investability score for Avon, IL?

The 3.0/5 investability rating in Avon, IL reflects its $133K prices and $828/mo rents. Investors generally consider it a solid option within IL.

What is the best play in Avon, IL?

Investors who focus on careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management typically do well in Avon, IL. The numbers - $133K homes against $828/mo rents - support that play.

How strong is the working-renter base in Avon, IL?

Tenant quality in Avon, IL ranks as solid. Landlords generally report consistent occupancy at market rents of $828/mo.

Does house hacking make sense in Avon, IL?

The a challenging house-hack environment in Avon, IL reflects the rent-to-price spread. Expect meaningful PITI offset at market rents.

Do landlords face vacancy issues in Avon, IL?

Avon, IL vacancy trends elevated. Investors running standard buy-and-hold plays see reasonable downtime between tenants.

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