Real Estate Investing in Coffeen, Illinois (62017)

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Montgomery County • Population: 1,040 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 62017 (Coffeen, 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
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (57/100)

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
  • High vacancy: 18.5% 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

5.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $132,451
Avg Monthly Rent $1,035
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $75,156
% Renters 16.3%

Market Analysis: 62017 Coffeen

The 62017 ZIP covers a section of Coffeen that demands careful diligence. Prices near $132K look accessible, but the work to make a deal cash flow is real.

Distressed does not mean uninvestable. It means the margin for error is thinner. ZIP 62017 rewards the prepared, punishes the overconfident, and leaves the math unchanged either way.

Regionally, 62017 sits on the difficult end of the IL spectrum. The a credible choice for read — for disciplined operators — is that pricing reflects the difficulty.

A substantial renter share of 16% in 62017 is not, on its own, a problem — but paired with below-average income and high mobility, it changes the operating playbook.

Strategically, 62017 can be a high-return sleeve of a diversified portfolio — but it should not be the whole portfolio, and it should not be someone's first deal.

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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 Coffeen:

B Good
Buy Confidence Score: 73/100
Affordability
25/25
Appreciation
18/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Affordable
Homes cost 1.8× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+9.6%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,035/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)

$138K$125K$111K$97K$84K$70KJan 2012May 2019Jul 2026

📊 How Does 62017 Compare?

Metric 62017 Coffeen Illinois
Home Value $132,451 $132,451 $279,761
5-Year CAGR 3.4% 3.4% 6.6%
Avg Rent $1,035 $1,035 -
Cap Rate 6.1% 6.1% -
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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
6.1%
Good
5yr Growth
+3.4%
Moderate

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $132,451
Monthly Rent $1,035
Price-to-Rent 10.7:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 9.4%
Cap Rate 6.1%
5-Year IRR 9.5%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +9.6% ▲
3-Year CAGR +4.0% ▲
5-Year CAGR +3.4% ▲
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: 6.1%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (6.1%). 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
18.5%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+3.4%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 62017

Population: 1,040

💰 Median Household Income
$75,156
This area
$75,156
State
$75,721
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
16.3%
This area
16.3%
State
22.2%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
4.0%
This area
4.0%
State
-3.3%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
12.3%
This area
12.3%
State
16.4%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
42.8 years
This area
42.8 years
State
32.6 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
18.5%
This area
18.5%
State
11.6%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 95.4%
Other/Mixed 4.2%
Black/African American 0.3%
👶 Under 18
17.1%
This area
17.1%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
23.5%
This area
23.5%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
8.5%
This area
8.5%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 62017

C Avg School Grade
1 Schools
26.8:1 Avg Class Size
$15,383 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

C Below Average

Coffeen Early Childhood Center

📚 Grade PK Elementary
👥
134 Students
👨‍🏫
26.8:1 Class Size
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$15,383 Per Student
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  • Community Factors — Neighborhood characteristics that influence student success
  • School Environment — Size, type, and structure

Scores are updated annually using federal education data.

🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

1 Nearby
C
Greenville University
1,053 students · 12.1 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

Do rentals sit vacant long in Coffeen, IL?

Expect elevated vacancy in Coffeen, IL. Rents at $1,035/mo are absorbed by the tenant base without meaningful lag.

What is the smart move for investors in Coffeen, IL?

In Coffeen, IL the durable play is typically careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. The combination of $132K prices and $1,035/mo rents suits that approach.

What is the renter demographic in Coffeen, IL?

Coffeen, IL offers a predictable renter base at the $1,035/mo rent level. Tenant turnover is reasonable for well-managed properties.

Are landlord laws favorable in Coffeen, IL?

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

How does Coffeen, IL rate as a rental market?

Coffeen, IL rates 3.0/5 for investability. With median values at $132K and rents near $1,035/mo, the market offers reasonable fundamentals for rental investors.

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