Real Estate Investing in Morgan County, Illinois

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9 ZIP codes • Population: 32,287

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (72/100)

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

πŸ“ˆ For Investors
MIXED
2.9 / 5 (50/100)

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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2.9/ 5

Investability

County-wide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

4.3% 5yr CAGR

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

Avg Investability β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
Avg Home Value $129,014
Avg Monthly Rent $923
ZIP Codes 9

Investing in Morgan County Real Estate

Across Morgan County's 9 ZIPs, the picture is lackluster β€” soft rents, slow appreciation, and demographic headwinds that don't obviously reverse in the medium term.

Across Morgan's 9 ZIPs, the investment landscape runs thin: thin appreciation, soft rents, and demographic trends that don't obviously reverse in the medium term.

A 32,287 population and $N/AK household income profile is what makes Morgan a challenging rental region β€” the base is present, but the affordability math is tight.

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Avg Home Value
$129,014
Avg Monthly Rent
$923
1% Rule
βœ— Below
Landlord Friendly (IL)
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πŸ“‰ Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Jacksonville, IL metro

0/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
0/3
45%
Days Pending
0/2
0 days

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πŸŽ“ Colleges & Universities in Morgan County

1 College 958 Students
C
Illinois College
4-Year Private Β· 958 students

Cities in Morgan County

ZIP Codes in Morgan County, IL

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Frequently Asked Questions About Morgan County

Is, IL above or below the IL benchmark?

, IL sits broadly in line with the IL average on most investor metrics. Home values of $129K and rents of $923/mo set the benchmark here.

How does, IL rate as a rental market?

Our data puts, IL at 2.9/5 for investability. Home prices of $129K and rents around $923/mo create a solid backdrop for investor activity.

Are homes affordable in, IL?

Typical homes in, IL go for around $129K. The 5-year CAGR of 0.0% consistent price movement.

Is, IL landlord-friendly?

The landlord environment in, IL is tenant-protective. Statewide rules shape most day-to-day operations for rental owners.

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