Real Estate Investing in Lexington, Illinois

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 3,087 • McLean County

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (84/100)

Solid choice — values are growing steadily and the market is stable enough to buy with confidence.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (47/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

⚠️ Risks to Know
CLEAN

No major risk flags on the data we track.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

6.1% 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 $239,615
Avg Monthly Rent $963
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Lexington Real Estate

Lexington (Illinois) spans 1 ZIPs and roughly a sizable population. plainly the fundamentals here skew distressed, with soft rents, soft appreciation, and structural headwinds worth respecting.

plainly Lexington's aggregate rating of ★★★☆☆ reflects thin investor metrics across the board — weak rent growth, weak appreciation, and rising-vacancy pressure in multiple ZIPs.

Transaction volume in Lexington has thinned in a way that amplifies price discovery risk. From an investor standpoint, investors without local context should treat every number on the page with skepticism.

Lexington's population trends and income levels suggest a market where affordability is strained, which constrains how aggressively rents can rise without hurting collections.

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Best ZIP codes in Bloomington, IL

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Avg Home Value
$239,615
Avg Monthly Rent
$963
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (IL)

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Bloomington, IL metro

0/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
0/3
38%
Days Pending
0/2
26 days

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⚖️ Balanced Market — Bloomington, IL metro
26
Days to pending
10.8%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in Lexington, IL

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lexington, IL

What is the rental occupancy rate in Lexington, IL?

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

What is the renter demographic in Lexington, IL?

Lexington, IL offers a steady renter base at the $963/mo rent level. Tenant turnover is reasonable for well-managed properties.

Is Lexington, IL a good market for buy-and-hold investors?

Investors tracking Lexington, IL will find a 3.0/5 rating supported by $240K median home values and $963/mo rents. That profile suits long-term holders targeting stable returns.

Can I house hack in Lexington, IL?

Lexington, IL is a a challenging market for house hackers. FHA or conventional owner-occupant buyers find the $240K price point reasonable to enter.

What is the median home value in Lexington, IL?

Expect median prices around $240K in Lexington, IL. The market has run at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, so entry costs have been steady.

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