Real Estate Investing in Minonk, Illinois (61760)

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Woodford County • Population: 2,240 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 61760 (Minonk, IL)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (78/100)

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
1 flag
  • Elevated vacancy: 9.9% vacancy may signal weakening demand.

• 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

4.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $166,685
Avg Monthly Rent $999
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $58,192
% Renters 31.1%

Market Analysis: 61760 Minonk

Not every below-median market is a bargain. Minonk's 61760 ZIP reflects signals that favor experienced operators who can absorb the risk $167K pricing implies.

If the plan assumes clean turnover, on-time rent, and low maintenance on a $167K asset, 61760 is the wrong submarket. If the plan prices in friction, the yield can still work.

In the broader IL picture, 61760 is a reminder that not every low-priced ZIP is a value-add opportunity — some are simply distressed, and the difference matters.

In practical terms, 2,240 residents fill the ZIP, renter turnover runs higher than neighboring postal codes and delinquency risk is a real line item rather than a theoretical one.

Strategy in 61760 is an operator game, not a passive one. From an investor standpoint, entry prices of $167K 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 Minonk:

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 2.9× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+14.9%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $999/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.
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BALANCED MARKET
Peoria, IL Metro Area
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
27 days
Average time to sell
Fast
11.8%
Listings with price cuts
Few Cuts
0.0%
Sale price vs asking
Below Ask
0.0%
Income needed for mortgage
Affordable
📅 Market conditions as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly from Peoria, IL metro data

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$172K$156K$140K$124K$107K$91KMay 2007Dec 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 61760 Compare?

Metric 61760 Minonk Peoria, IL Illinois
Home Value $166,685 $190,129 N/A $279,761
5-Year CAGR 4.3% 4.9% N/A 6.6%
Avg Rent $999 $968 N/A -
Cap Rate 4.7% 4.0% - -
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With a 3/5 investability rating, this ZIP shows solid fundamentals for buy-and-hold investors.

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
4.7%
Fair
5yr Growth
+4.3%
Moderate

📉 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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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $166,685
Monthly Rent $999
Price-to-Rent 13.9:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 7.2%
Cap Rate 4.7%
5-Year IRR 9.0%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +14.9% ▲
3-Year CAGR +6.9% ▲
5-Year CAGR +4.3% ▲
10-Year CAGR +3.4% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 4.7%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (4.7%). 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
9.9%
Moderate risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+4.3%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 61760

Population: 2,240

💰 Median Household Income
$58,192
This area
$58,192
State
$75,721
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
31.1%
This area
31.1%
State
22.2%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
3.9%
This area
3.9%
State
-3.3%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
14.2%
This area
14.2%
State
16.4%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
40.3 years
This area
40.3 years
State
32.6 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
9.9%
This area
9.9%
State
11.6%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 98.5%
Other/Mixed 0.9%
Asian 0.5%
👶 Under 18
23.7%
This area
23.7%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
18.1%
This area
18.1%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
10.5%
This area
10.5%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 61760

B+ Avg School Grade
3 Schools
11.7:1 Avg Class Size
$39,494 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A+ Excellent

Fieldcrest High School

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
284 Students
👨‍🏫
10.1:1 Class Size
💰
$39,494 Per Student
A+ Excellent

Fieldcrest Primary School

📚 Pre-K – 02 Elementary
👥
202 Students
👨‍🏫
13.4:1 Class Size
💰
$39,494 Per Student
C Below Average

WCSEA-Minonk-K-2

📚 Grade M Elementary Limited Data
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Frequently Asked Questions

How strong is Minonk, IL for real estate investors?

Minonk, IL scores 3.0/5 for investability. Home values sit at $167K and rents near $999/mo, which keeps the rent-to-price ratio in reasonable territory for buy-and-hold investors.

How should investors approach Minonk, IL?

Most investors in Minonk, IL run a careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management strategy. It aligns with the 3.0/5 investability profile and the market fundamentals.

What monthly rent should investors expect in Minonk, IL?

Rental rates in Minonk, IL average $999/mo. Tenant demand and $167K home values make the yield look reasonable by investor standards.

Is housing expensive in Minonk, IL?

Minonk, IL median home values land near $167K. That is reasonable territory for investors looking at $999/mo-per-month rentals.

How quickly do rentals get leased in Minonk, IL?

Vacancy risk in Minonk, IL is elevated. That supports predictable cash flow for typical rental holds.

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