Courtesy: Market Pro Realty, Inc
618-251-9121
7-Acre Country Homesite in Dow, Illinois — No HOA, No Restrictions! The corn is harvested, so go park along HWY and chaeck this spot out! Build your dream home on approximately 7 acres of beautiful, usable land in rural Dow, Illinois! This tract offers a rare opportunity to create your own private country retreat while still being conveniently located near Alton and the St. Louis metropolitan area. The property has highway access directly from Highway 3, just east of the Salem Road and Elsah Road area, providing easy access. Rural water, electric, and high-speed fiber internet are available, making this an ideal location for building a modern country home with the conveniences you want. The gently laid-out acreage includes a natural drainage area along the SW edge of the property that may provide potential for a pond. Imagine a home overlooking your own pond, pasture, garden, or open acreage—the possibilities are yours. One of the biggest advantages of this property is the freedom it offers. The acreage is not located in a subdivision and has no HOA fees or known subdivision restrictions, giving you the flexibility to design and use your property to suit your lifestyle. The property is surrounded by several well-maintained homes on larger individual tracts, creating an attractive rural residential setting without the confines of a traditional subdivision. Whether you're looking to build a forever home, establish a private country getaway, create a hobby farm, or simply secure acreage for your future, this property offers the space and freedom to make it your own. Located in Jersey County School District and within convenient driving distance of Alton and the greater St. Louis area, this is country living with access to the amenities of town and city life. Easy to view. Please be courteous of the neighbors, Park along HWY 3, do not drive to the end of the Private Lane, as it's DEAD END, No turn around* If you turn onto the Lane, you will need to back out* New address will be assigned when a new owner builds.
Courtesy: Tarrant and Harman Real Estate and Auction Co
618-433-9436
Build the home you've always envisioned on this beautiful 1 acre residential building lot tucked away in Dow. Offering a perfect blend of open space and natural beauty, this gently sloping parcel is mostly cleared and ready for development while still featuring some mature trees that provide character, shade, and privacy. The lot's setting creates an ideal backdrop for your dream home, with plenty of room for outdoor living spaces, a garden, workshop, or additional recreational amenities. The gentle terrain offers attractive building possibilities and excellent curb appeal, while the cul-de-sac location minimizes through traffic and enhances the neighborhood's tranquil atmosphere. Whether you're planning a custom home or looking for a spacious homesite with a country feel and convenient access to nearby amenities, this attractive lot offers the opportunity to bring your vision to life.
Dow is located in Illinois. Dow, Illinois has a population of 956. Dow is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 18.4% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 30.2%.
The median household income in Dow, Illinois is $107,564. The median household income for the surrounding county is $71,655 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Dow is 39.1 years.
The average high temperature in July is 88.1 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 21 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 40.7 inches per year, with 15.8 inches of snow per year.
