Real Estate Investing in Ashkum, Illinois (60911)

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Iroquois County • Population: 1,215 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 60911 (Ashkum, IL)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (68/100)

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

📈 For Investors
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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
1 flag
  • High vacancy: 15.9% of homes vacant — above national norms.

• Modeled rent — no observed market rent for this ZIP; the figure is estimated from HUD fair-market rent.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $220,350
Avg Monthly Rent $954
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $82,375
% Renters 23.8%

Market Analysis: 60911 Ashkum

Not every below-median market is a bargain. Ashkum's 60911 ZIP clocks in at signals that favor experienced operators who can absorb the risk $220K pricing implies.

Stepping back, the numbers look inviting — $220K purchase price, 0.0% nominal cap — the work to hit that pro forma in 60911 is substantial and deserves full respect.

Statewide comparisons place 60911 among IL's softer markets. That context does not make the ZIP uninvestable, but it does raise the bar for due diligence.

Demographically, 60911 is a market where tenant selection matters more than unit finishes. Operators who understand that tend to do fine; those who do not tend to learn why the ZIP trades at a discount.

Strategy in 60911 is an operator game, not a passive one. On the rental side, entry prices of $220K are inviting, the management lift is real and non-optional.

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🏦 Current 30-yr Fixed Mortgage Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS

Here's what matters if you're considering buying a home in Ashkum:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 68/100
Affordability
20/25
Appreciation
18/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Affordable
Homes cost 2.7× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+7.5%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $954/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
BALANCED
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$230K$210K$190K$170K$151K$131KAug 2014Aug 2020Jul 2026

📊 How Does 60911 Compare?

Metric 60911 Ashkum Illinois
Home Value $220,350 $220,350 $279,761
5-Year CAGR 4.9% 4.9% 6.6%
Avg Rent $954 $954 -
Cap Rate 3.4% 3.4% -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
3.4%
Low
5yr Growth
+4.9%
Moderate

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $220,350
Monthly Rent $954
Price-to-Rent 19.3:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 5.2%
Cap Rate 3.4%
5-Year IRR 8.3%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +7.5% ▲
3-Year CAGR +3.0% ▲
5-Year CAGR +4.9% ▲
10-Year CAGR +4.4% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 3.4%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (3.4%). Financing reduces your cash-on-cash return below the cap rate. Markets like this may still make sense as IRR plays — factoring in appreciation, depreciation, and a future refinance when rates drop.

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⚠️ Risk Signals

Composite view of factors that can impact a ZIP's stability and your downside risk.

Vacancy
15.9%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+4.9%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 60911

Population: 1,215

💰 Median Household Income
$82,375
This area
$82,375
State
$75,721
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
23.8%
This area
23.8%
State
22.2%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
1.4%
This area
1.4%
State
-3.3%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
18.3%
This area
18.3%
State
16.4%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
39.3 years
This area
39.3 years
State
32.6 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
15.9%
This area
15.9%
State
11.6%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 93.6%
Other/Mixed 4.8%
Hispanic/Latino 3.6%
Black/African American 1.6%
👶 Under 18
22.3%
This area
22.3%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
17.2%
This area
17.2%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
2.8%
This area
2.8%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 60911

C+ Avg School Grade
1 Schools
25.2:1 Avg Class Size
$16,475 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

C+ Average

Ashkum Early Literacy Center

📚 Grade PK Elementary
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53 Students
👨‍🏫
25.2:1 Class Size
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$16,475 Per Student
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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Ashkum, IL stack up for property investment?

Ashkum, IL comes in at an investability rating of 3.0/5, with median home values near $220K and average rents around $954/mo. That combination puts it in the solid tier for investor interest.

How much is rent in Ashkum, IL?

Ashkum, IL rentals go for roughly $954/mo a month. That puts gross yield in solid territory relative to $220K acquisition costs.

What are vacancy rates like in Ashkum, IL?

Vacancy in Ashkum, IL is elevated, which keeps landlord downtime on reasonable timelines. Most properties lease within the standard window at $954/mo.

How do landlord-tenant laws work in Ashkum, IL?

IL law landlord-friendly for landlords, and Ashkum inherits those rules. Investors should still review local ordinances for rental licensing.

Is housing expensive in Ashkum, IL?

Ashkum, IL median home values land near $220K. That is reasonable territory for investors looking at $954/mo-per-month rentals.

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