Fayette County sits in south-central Illinois along the Kaskaskia River, providing direct access to Interstate 70 and U.S. Route 51 for commutes to St. Louis or Decatur. The county seat of Vandalia preserves a 19th-century state capitol building and offers local employment in manufacturing and agriculture. Public school districts such as Vandalia Community Unit School District 203 and Brownstown Community Unit School District 201 serve residents, while nearby Carlyle Lake supplies boating, fishing, and camping opportunities within a short drive.
Fayette County currently has 8 single family homes for sale with an average list price of $187,150 and 1 lot for sale with a list price of $399,900. The average annual property tax for Fayette County is $1,741.94.
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