c.1881 Two Story Brick Illinois Home For Sale $197,500
OHU50K Notes $197,500
c.1881 Two Story Brick Illinois Home For Sale. Vaulted ceilings, French doors and so much more!
Realtor Comments
This unique 2 story nearly 4,000 square foot Victorian home is bursting with original character and timeless details! Sitting on a huge corner lot in the heart of small town Kansas you’re instantly greeted with the striking brick exterior. Once inside, you’ll love the sprawling main floor where gorgeous hardwood flooring shines throughout starting in the open foyer and continuing into the formal living room, separate dining room and family room. The updated kitchen boasts a center island plus modern light fixture and tile backsplash. Head upstairs to discover the one of a kind second floor featuring a second kitchen, three large bedrooms and huge bonus room. Outside, you’ll love all the space found in the expansive fenced yard! Make this incredible home yours today!
- 3 bed
- 1.5+bath
- Build date 1881
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History
The Suttons and Templetons were purchased a satellite funeral home location in the former Forbes-Hutchins Funeral Home in Kansas, Illinois, from 1968 to 2019.
Key Facts at a Glance
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Kansas, IL is a small village: population ~ 670 as of 2020; slightly declining.
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Median age is ~ 44‑45.
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Median household income around $65,500 in recent data.
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Home values are low (median ~ $57,900 per one source) and housing is very affordable.
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Cost of living is well below Illinois average, especially housing.
Pros
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Very Affordable Housing & Low Cost of Living
Housing costs are much lower than both the state average and national averages. If you’re looking for inexpensive homeownership or lower rent, this is a big advantage. -
Quiet, Small‑Village / Tight‑Knit Community Feel
With few residents, it tends to have a slower pace of life, more familiarity among neighbors, less congestion, etc. For many people that’s a plus. -
Lower Overall Living Costs
Beyond housing, things like goods, services, utilities tend to be cheaper. If your income doesn’t need to stretch for high rents or big city taxes, this helps. -
Decent Household Income Relative to Costs
The median household income (~$65,500) is reasonable in the context of how cheap many essentials are there. So your dollar tends to go further. -
Safe / Lower Crime in Some Measures
From what’s reported, crime is not extremely high, and relative safety is mentioned among the pros. Of course, local variation matters. -
Good for People Who Want Simpler / More Rural Lifestyle
If you prefer less bustle, less traffic, more space, fewer distractions, Kansas, IL aligns well with that.
Cons
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Small Population & Declining Growth
The population is small and has been declining (a small negative growth rate over recent years). This can reduce economic dynamism, fewer new businesses, less variety. -
Limited Amenities & Services
Because it’s small, many amenities are not available locally: fewer shops, restaurants, entertainment, medical facilities, etc. You’ll likely have to travel to other towns or cities for many services. -
Higher Poverty Rate
A significant share of residents (≈19‑20%) live below the poverty line. That can correlate with limited local resources, fewer services, and greater socio‑economic challenges in the community. -
Fewer Job Opportunities / Less Economic Diversity
Smaller town means fewer employers, fewer specialized jobs. If your work is in a specialized field, or if you need to commute far, this could be a problem. (I didn’t find strong data on large employers in Kansas, IL, which suggests it’s limited.) -
Amenities Accessibility / Walkability Issues
Many amenities are not within walking distance. You’ll need a car for most errands. Public transit is likely minimal or non‑existent. -
Aging Population
Median age is ~44, which suggests a fair number of older residents, and possibly fewer young families / dynamic growth. That can affect school enrollment, local culture, long‑term vibrancy.
