Real Estate Investing in Oblong, Illinois

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 2,883 • Crawford County

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (76/100)

Solid choice — stable market with a reasonable entry point and good rental backup if you ever need to move.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
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
CLEAN

No major risk flags on the data we track.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

1.0/ 5

Appreciation

1.7% 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 $130,433
Avg Monthly Rent $828
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Oblong Real Estate

Oblong, IL covers 1 ZIP codes and a population but the investment metrics here are muted — this is not a market to enter casually.

The investment case for Oblong 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.

The $828/mo / $130K relationship in Oblong looks modest once vacancy and capex are incorporated into underwriting. appears to the realized yield tends to disappoint.

A an established population with $N/AK household income profile is what makes Oblong a challenging rental market — the tenant base is present, but the affordability math is tight.

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Avg Home Value
$130,433
Avg Monthly Rent
$828
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (IL)

ZIP Codes in Oblong, IL

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Frequently Asked Questions About Oblong, IL

Do rentals sit vacant long in Oblong, IL?

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

What is the average monthly rent in Oblong, IL?

The typical rental in Oblong, IL commands about $828/mo monthly. That rent profile reliable cash flow against the $130K purchase basis.

What is the typical renter like in Oblong, IL?

The renter base in Oblong, IL is reasonable for the $828/mo price point. Screening well and pricing to market typically yields even-keeled tenants.

What does house hacking look like in Oblong, IL?

House hacking in Oblong, IL is reasonable to execute. Prices around $130K and rents of $828/mo solid owner-occupant economics.

What is the investability score for Oblong, IL?

With a 3.0/5 investability score, Oblong, IL ranks as a solid market for rental property investors. Median prices of $130K and rents of $828/mo drive the underlying numbers.

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