Sweet c.1935 Illinois Country Home on 1+- Acre $45K

OHU50K Notes $45,000

Sweet c.1935 Illinois Country Home on 1+- Acre. This home has good bones and a spacious eat-in kitchen.

Yard featured at 21561 N IL Highway 97, Cuba, IL, 61427

Realtor Comments

Come see this 3 bedroom 1 bath home sitting on the outskirts of town with just shy of an acre lot. Vinyl siding and roof are newer along with some newer windows. Deep 2 car detached garage. At just over 1400 square feet, this home has great potential for someone wanting to put in a little work! Being sold “as is”.

3 beds
1 bath
1,408 sqft
Build date 1935

Yard featured at 21561 N IL Highway 97, Cuba, IL, 61427

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21561 N IL Highway 97, Cuba, IL 61427 $45,000

Contact Realtor: Carla Skaggs
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Yard featured at 21561 N IL Highway 97, Cuba, IL, 61427

The Pros

Exceptional Affordability: The cost of living is nearly 29% below the national average. Housing is highly accessible, featuring a median home value between $64,000 and $77,000 and median rents well under $800 a month.

High Safety & Low Crime: The overall crime rate sits 54% below the national average, with property and violent crime rates tracking significantly lower than the rest of Illinois.

Tight-Knit Community Feel: The town features a classic central park, a historic bandstand, and local community staples like a popular ice cream parlor and coffee shop.

Outdoor Recreation Nearby: Residents have easy access to central Illinois lakes, golf courses (such as the nearby Wee-Ma-Tuk area), and parks.

The Cons

Limited Local Amenities: Because Cuba is a tiny community, residents must travel to neighboring towns or larger regional hubs for essential shopping, diverse dining options, major medical care, and modern attractions.

Economic Stagnation & Poverty: The median household income hovers around $43,000 to $51,000. The community faces challenges with economic renewal, a lack of local job diversity, and higher poverty rates among younger demographics.

Aging Infrastructure: While the historic buildings on the town square have charm, structural neglect has historically forced the demolition of older properties.

Harsh Midwestern Winters: Like the rest of Central Illinois, the area experiences gloomy, freezing, and snowy winters that limit outdoor activities for a significant portion of the year.

Yard featured at 21561 N IL Highway 97, Cuba, IL, 61427