This house in Homer, IL is for sale as a RENT-TO-OWN. Long term rental lease is NOT an option. This 1897 house is a 2 story with 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, plus 2 family rooms/dens on the first floor and 2 bonus rooms off of 2 bedrooms upstairs. Has fenced in back yard, metal roof, and 2 car detached garage. This house does need kitchen cabinets (fronts of cabinets are missing) and some cosmetic attention/minor repairs, but it is livable. Carpet has been professionally cleaned. Full bathroom has recently been beautifully remodeled. Central AC and heat, plumbing and electricity are functional. Would be great for a large family. Tired of renting? Don't qualify for a bank loan? This is a great opportunity to work toward homeownership without obtaining a traditional mortgage immediately. Purchase Price: $157,000 (if buyer gets bank loan in 2 years or less); price goes up based on contract lengthDown Payment: $10,000Monthly Payment: $1,208.55 ($150 goes toward principal)Interest Rate: 8.75%Term: negotiable Buyer is responsible for property taxes, insurance, maintenance and repairs. Serious inquiries only.
House for rent
Single family residence
Available now
Cats, dogs OK
Air conditioner, central air
1 Parking space parking
What's special
Metal roofCentral ac and heat
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Cooling
- Air Conditioner, Central Air
Features
- Flooring: Carpet
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,950 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Details: Contact manager
Details
- Parcel number: 263008236007
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 1897
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Homer
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: This house is NOT FOR RENT. It is available as a RENT TO OWN only.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/28/2026 | Listed for rent | $157,000$81/sqft |
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