Edgar County, Illinois
Paris Real Estate and Local Guide
Paris is the county seat and largest city of Edgar County in east-central Illinois, where Abraham Lincoln once practiced law and spoke during his 1858 Senate campaign. Ranked Realty pairs verified local data with the agents who know Paris best.
About the area
Living in Paris, IL
Hometown of country singer Brett Eldredge and Our Gang actor Carl "Alfalfa" Switzer.
The housing market
Homes in Paris
- About 66% of housing units are owner-occupied.
- About 68% of the housing stock is single-family homes.
- The median home value is about $71,200.
Landmarks and lifestyle
What makes Paris home
Edgar County Courthouse
County courthouse standing since 1891, noted for its stained-glass windows
Edgar County Historical Society Museum
Local history museum housed in the former county jail
Twin Lakes Park
The city's oldest and principal recreation area, built around two lakes with swimming, fishing, boating, and camping
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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.