Located in East St. Louis, Illinois — part of the greater St. Louis Metro area — 835 N 74th St offers a rare opportunity for a buyer ready to put in some finishing work and walk away with serious equity. Priced aggressively at $54,865 with just $1,000 down and $550/month through owner financing, this 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home spanning 988 square feet is positioned for the right buyer to make it their own without the barriers of traditional bank lending. The seller is upfront: the property is a bit rough but has real potential. A previous buyer spent four months actively working on improvements before walking away — meaning some of the heavy lifting may already be done. With the right effort and vision, this home has the bones to clean up nicely and deliver strong value in a market where affordable homeownership is increasingly hard to come by. Out back, you'll find a garage — a feature that adds both convenience and practical value, especially for buyers with tools, vehicles, or storage needs. East St. Louis sits just across the Mississippi River from downtown St. Louis, MO, giving residents access to one of the Midwest's major metropolitan areas. Employment, healthcare, dining, and entertainment hubs are all within reach, while property prices on the Illinois side continue to offer some of the most accessible entry points in the entire metro region. For buyers willing to put in the work, deals like this — owner-financed, low down payment, garage included, and priced to move — don't come packaged this way often. If you're looking to stop renting and start building something of your own, this property deserves a serious look. ---