Real Estate Investing in Fulton County, Illinois

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8 ZIP codes • Population: 29,094

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (68/100)

Mixed signals β€” some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

πŸ“ˆ For Investors
GOOD
3.3 / 5 (61/100)

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

⚠️ Risks to Know
1 flag
  • High vacancy: 12.3% of homes vacant β€” above national norms.

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3.3/ 5

Investability

County-wide average

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

3.9% 5yr CAGR

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

Avg Investability β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
Avg Home Value $110,305
Avg Monthly Rent $853
ZIP Codes 8

Investing in Fulton County Real Estate

Fulton County is one of those Illinois regions where numbers warn before they reward. 8 cities, 29,094 residents, and a rating that reflects material risk.

A 3.3 rating and a 0.0% 5-year CAGR are the kinds of numbers that warrant real local underwriting. Fulton County sits firmly in that category.

A 29,094 population and $N/AK household income profile is what makes Fulton a challenging rental region β€” the base is present, but the affordability math is tight.

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Avg Home Value
$110,305
Avg Monthly Rent
$853
1% Rule
βœ— Below
Landlord Friendly (IL)
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πŸ“‰ 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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πŸŽ“ Colleges & Universities in Fulton County

2 Colleges 1,261 Students 407 Off-Campus Renters
C
Spoon River College
2-Year Public Β· 1,225 students
πŸ“ ~407 students rent off-campus
C
Graham Hospital School of Nursing
2-Year Private Β· 36 students

Cities in Fulton County

ZIP Codes in Fulton County, IL

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Frequently Asked Questions About Fulton County

How should investors approach, IL?

Investors usually favor careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management in, IL. With home values at $110K and rents near $853/mo, other strategies can work but produce even-keeled rather than outsized returns.

What is the investability score for, IL?

With a 3.3/5 investability score, IL ranks as a solid market for rental property investors. Median prices of $110K and rents of $853/mo drive the underlying numbers.

How qualified is the tenant pool in, IL?

Working renters make up the core of the, IL tenant base. The pool is reasonable for investors targeting long-term holds.

Is, IL a friendly market for rental owners?

Rental owners in, IL deal with a tenant-protective legal framework. Most standard eviction processes run on reasonable timelines.

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