Real Estate Investing in Cantrall, Illinois (62625)

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Sangamon County • Population: 897 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 62625 (Cantrall, IL)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (84/100)

Solid choice — values are growing steadily and the market is stable enough to buy with confidence.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
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
CLEAN

No major risk flags on the data we track.

• Limited market data — this is a very small market; averages are built from few observations and can swing widely. • 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

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $313,426
Avg Monthly Rent $1,062
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $139,375
% Renters 9.8%

Market Analysis: 62625 Cantrall

From a cash-flow lens, ZIP 62625 has challenges — vacancy pressure, softer price growth, and tenant stability concerns sit alongside the $313K median. It rewards specialists, not generalists.

Distressed markets are won on execution, not on spreadsheets. ZIP 62625 shows the profile where tenant screening, deferred maintenance, and local relationships determine the outcome.

The gap between 62625 and stronger Cantrall ZIPs is not closing quickly. Investors should weight long-horizon assumptions accordingly.

Who lives in 62625 is part of why the ZIP is priced as it is. The demographic profile requires hands-on management, tight screening, and local knowledge.

leans the ZIP is not uninvestable, but it is unforgiving. Section 8 landlords, local operators, and specialized value-add funds are the investor types that tend to succeed.

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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 Cantrall:

B Good
Buy Confidence Score: 77/100
Affordability
25/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Affordable
Homes cost 2.2× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+7.8%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,062/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
Springfield, IL Metro Area
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
21 days
Average time to sell
Fast
10.8%
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 Springfield, IL metro data

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$324K$294K$264K$233K$203K$173KFeb 2016May 2021Jul 2026

📊 How Does 62625 Compare?

Metric 62625 Cantrall Springfield, IL Illinois
Home Value $313,426 $313,426 N/A $279,761
5-Year CAGR 6.8% 6.8% N/A 6.6%
Avg Rent $1,062 $1,062 N/A -
Cap Rate 2.6% 2.6% - -
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Landlord Ground Truth

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
2.6%
Low
5yr Growth
+6.8%
Strong

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Springfield, IL metro

0/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
0/3
35%
Days Pending
0/2
21 days

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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $313,426
Monthly Rent $1,062
Price-to-Rent 24.6:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 4.1%
Cap Rate 2.6%
5-Year IRR 9.5%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +7.8% ▲
3-Year CAGR +5.7% ▲
5-Year CAGR +6.8% ▲
10-Year CAGR +5.4% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 2.6%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (2.6%). 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
1.1%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+6.8%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 62625

Population: 897

💰 Median Household Income
$139,375
This area
$139,375
State
$75,721
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
9.8%
This area
9.8%
State
22.2%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
0.3%
This area
0.3%
State
-3.3%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
43.1%
This area
43.1%
State
16.4%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
51.2 years
This area
51.2 years
State
32.6 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
1.1%
This area
1.1%
State
11.6%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 90.0%
Other/Mixed 7.5%
Asian 2.4%
Hispanic/Latino 2.1%
👶 Under 18
16.2%
This area
16.2%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
25.9%
This area
25.9%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
0.7%
This area
0.7%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 62625

B+ Avg School Grade
2 Schools
15.3:1 Avg Class Size
$14,729 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

B+ Above Average

Cantrall Elem School

📚 Pre-K – 03 Elementary
👥
355 Students
👨‍🏫
15.1:1 Class Size
💰
$14,729 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Cantrall Intermediate School

📚 04 – 06 School
👥
210 Students
👨‍🏫
15.6:1 Class Size
💰
$14,729 Per Student
About Repit School Scores

Traditional school ratings rely heavily on standardized test scores, which often reflect family income more than school quality. Repit takes a different approach.

We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

  • Class Size — Smaller classes mean more individual attention
  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, staff, and facilities
  • 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

6 Nearby 1,796 Off-Campus Students
C
Midwest Technical Institute-Illinois
1,128 students · 7.1 mi
C
St. John's College-Department of Nursing
93 students · 7.3 mi
C
University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts
165 students · 9.5 mi
C+
University of Illinois Springfield
4,661 students · 12.9 mi
D
Capital Area Career Center
115 students · 13.5 mi
C+
Lincoln Land Community College
5,238 students · 13.5 mi

Investor Insight: With 1,796 students living off-campus nearby, this area has strong rental demand from the college population.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do home values compare in Cantrall, IL?

Homes in Cantrall, IL typically sell near $313K. Prices have moved at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, which even-keeled long-term demand.

Are rents high in Cantrall, IL?

Cantrall, IL rentals go for roughly $1,062/mo a month. That puts gross yield in solid territory relative to $313K acquisition costs.

What is the typical renter like in Cantrall, IL?

Tenant quality in Cantrall, IL ranks as solid. Landlords generally report even-keeled occupancy at market rents of $1,062/mo.

Is Cantrall, IL a good market for buy-and-hold investors?

Our data puts Cantrall, IL at 3.0/5 for investability. Home prices of $313K and rents around $1,062/mo create a solid backdrop for investor activity.

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

In Cantrall, IL the resilient play is typically careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. The combination of $313K prices and $1,062/mo rents suits that approach.

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