Located in Granite City, Illinois — part of the greater St. Louis Metro area on the Illinois side of the river — this 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home sits on a quiet residential street and offers an accessible path to homeownership with owner financing and just $2,000 down. At 720 square feet, this compact home is a solid opportunity for a buyer who's ready to roll up their sleeves. The property features a full basement, which adds meaningful storage space and long-term potential for expanded living area, workshop use, or utility access — a feature not always found at this price point. The home does need some cosmetic attention, specifically the bathroom ceiling, paint, and flooring. These are the kinds of updates that allow a buyer to personalize the space and build equity through sweat equity over time. Granite City is a working-class community with a straightforward, unpretentious character. Situated just across the Mississippi River from St. Louis, it offers convenient access to downtown St. Louis, major employers, and the broader Metro East corridor including Maryville, Collinsville, and the rest of Madison County. For buyers priced out of the Missouri side or looking to stretch their dollar further, Granite City continues to represent real value. With a $2,000 down payment and $997 per month through owner financing — no traditional bank loan required — this property opens the door to ownership without the hurdles of conventional lending. A handy buyer or investor looking for a manageable project in a stable Metro East community will find a lot to work with here. The home is sold as-is. Showings available via electronic front door lockbox. ---