Massac County, Illinois
Metropolis Real Estate and Local Guide
Metropolis is the seat of Massac County on the Ohio River, a small city that has embraced its identity as the 'Home of Superman.' Ranked Realty pairs verified local data with the agents who know Metropolis best.
About the area
Living in Metropolis, IL
Officially the 'Home of Superman'; the Illinois General Assembly commended the city's Superman program by resolution in 1972.
The housing market
Homes in Metropolis
- About 67% of housing units are owner-occupied.
- About 77% of housing units are single-family detached homes.
- The median home value is about $93,700.
Landmarks and lifestyle
What makes Metropolis home
Giant Superman Statue
15-foot bronze Superman statue standing on the courthouse square
Super Museum
Museum of Superman memorabilia near the courthouse square
Superman Celebration
Annual four-day festival held each June since 1979 with celebrity guests and costume contests
Fort Massac State Park
Illinois' first state park, established 1908, with a reconstructed fort on the Ohio River plus camping, hiking and disc golf
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Local facts on this page are verified against public sources as part of the AppWT local-data project. Data reflects the most recent available figures.