The famous 80's song said "Sweet Dreams (are Made of This)". If that song were a Wisconsin home, it would be this one. It's a spectacular property that has jaw-dropping views of Lake Geneva out of just about every window.
I don't like to be told what to do or what not to do, so perhaps I should change my advice to "maybe". This is in regards to the cheapest city you can buy a home in Illinois, but probably don't. I'll explain why.
Here are phrases you don't often hear mentioned together: Illinois and affordable homes. That is true in this case however as one Illinois town was just singled out for having some of the most affordable homes in the United States.
Road Trip: Take the Iowa-Illinois Presidential Loop. Starting from Dubuque, did you know that you can visit the homes of three U.S. Presidents in less than one day? See the residences of Hoover, Reagan, and Grant.