c.1910 Former Illinois Church For Sale $79K

102 W North St, Oakley, IL 62501    $79,000

• Contact Realtor: Abby Golladay
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Pros

• Very Affordable Housing & High Income

• Median home values hover around $119K–$126K, significantly lower than Illinois and U.S. averages

• Median household income in Oakley Township is about $123K, far higher than both Macon County and state averages

• Excellent Safety

• Rated among the safest places in the U.S., with crime—both violent and property—categorized in the lowest tier nationally

• Rural Charm & Recreational Spaces

• Plenty of parks and playing fields compared to the rest of Illinois, with a strong rural, open-air lifestyle

• The township feels quiet, natural, and close‑knit — ideal for those seeking peace and space.

• Strong Employment Outlook & Quality Schools

• Niche assigns Oakley Township a B+ for jobs and B- for schools; overall quality of life scores are solid across categories like health and outdoor activities

Cons

• Low Diversity & Older Demographics

• The population is over 98% White, with very low percentages of other racial or ethnic groups

• Median age is around 44–48, higher than state average, reflecting a skew toward older residents

• Niche assigns a C‑ for diversity

• Limited Local Amenities & Services

• Oakley is an unincorporated community with no commercial district—no stores or restaurants directly in town. Residents depend on nearby towns for most services

• Annual Weather Challenges

• The area receives a low grade for weather, with frequent cloudy skies that may reduce sunlight exposure and impact mood

• High Sales Tax & Environmental Health Concerns

• Sales tax in the township is relatively high (8.6%), and property tax estimates around 2.2% annually

• Dwellics indicates Oakley Township has among the highest cancer incidence rates nationwide, despite excellent water and air quality metrics