Real Estate Investing in Rushville, Illinois (62681)

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Schuyler County • Population: 5,649 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 62681 (Rushville, IL)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (65/100)

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

📈 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
  • High vacancy: 14.2% 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

4.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $141,881
Avg Monthly Rent $828
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $64,653
% Renters 20.7%

Market Analysis: 62681 Rushville

From a cash-flow lens, ZIP 62681 has challenges — vacancy pressure, softer price growth, and tenant stability concerns sit alongside the $142K median. It rewards specialists, not generalists.

For an experienced owner, 62681 can be a a solid fit for hunting ground — but the discount at $142K reflects genuine risk that outside investors often underestimate.

Regionally, 62681 sits on the difficult end of the IL spectrum. The a strong candidate for read — for disciplined operators — is that pricing reflects the difficulty.

Looking more closely, 5,649 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.

Experienced landlords with local relationships tend to find 62681 workable. Turnkey investors from out of state usually find the numbers do not hold up in practice.

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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 Rushville:

B Good
Buy Confidence Score: 75/100
Affordability
25/25
Appreciation
18/25
Stability
9/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Affordable
Homes cost 2.2× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+7.4%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $828/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)

$153K$139K$125K$112K$98K$84KFeb 2016May 2021Jul 2026

📊 How Does 62681 Compare?

Metric 62681 Rushville Illinois
Home Value $141,881 $141,881 $279,761
5-Year CAGR 3.2% 3.2% 6.6%
Avg Rent $828 $828 -
Cap Rate 4.6% 4.6% -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
4.6%
Fair
5yr Growth
+3.2%
Moderate

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $141,881
Monthly Rent $828
Price-to-Rent 14.3:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 7.0%
Cap Rate 4.6%
5-Year IRR 7.8%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +7.4% ▲
3-Year CAGR -0.4% ▼
5-Year CAGR +3.2% ▲
10-Year CAGR +4.0% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 4.6%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (4.6%). 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
14.2%
Moderate risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+3.2%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 62681

Population: 5,649

💰 Median Household Income
$64,653
This area
$64,653
State
$75,721
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
20.7%
This area
20.7%
State
22.2%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
3.2%
This area
3.2%
State
-3.3%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
17.2%
This area
17.2%
State
16.4%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
47.6 years
This area
47.6 years
State
32.6 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
14.2%
This area
14.2%
State
11.6%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 92.0%
Black/African American 4.4%
Other/Mixed 3.3%
Hispanic/Latino 1.3%
Asian 0.3%
👶 Under 18
17.6%
This area
17.6%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
23.2%
This area
23.2%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
7.7%
This area
7.7%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 62681

A Avg School Grade
5 Schools
12.4:1 Avg Class Size
$20,834 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A+ Excellent

Webster Elem School

📚 02 – 04 Elementary
👥
181 Students
👨‍🏫
11.2:1 Class Size
💰
$20,834 Per Student
A+ Excellent

Rushville-Industry High School

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
298 Students
👨‍🏫
12.4:1 Class Size
💰
$20,834 Per Student
A+ Excellent

Schuyler Industry Middle School

📚 05 – 08 School
👥
262 Students
👨‍🏫
12.3:1 Class Size
💰
$20,834 Per Student
A+ Excellent

Washington Elem School

📚 Pre-K – 01 Elementary
👥
204 Students
👨‍🏫
13.6:1 Class Size
💰
$20,834 Per Student
C Below Average

WCISEC ED

📚 Grade M Elementary Limited Data
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Frequently Asked Questions

How strict are landlord regulations in Rushville, IL?

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

What monthly rent should investors expect in Rushville, IL?

Rental rates in Rushville, IL average $828/mo. Tenant demand and $142K home values make the yield look reasonable by investor standards.

Is the tenant base reliable in Rushville, IL?

Tenant demand in Rushville, IL is solid. The local workforce $828/mo rents across most rental classes.

Does Rushville, IL make sense for an investment property?

The 3.0/5 investability rating in Rushville, IL reflects its $142K prices and $828/mo rents. Investors generally consider it a solid option within IL.

What are home prices like in Rushville, IL?

Median home price in Rushville, IL is near $142K, with a 5-year CAGR of 0.0%. Prices have been steady and supportive of buy-and-hold strategies.

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