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Lostant, IL

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Population
428
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
701 ft
Median Home Value
$100,000
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,018/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$65,417
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Lostant

Lostant is a quiet, close-knit village of around 400 residents tucked into southwestern LaSalle County, Illinois. Originally established in the 1860s as a railroad stop and grain-shipping hub, the community has held onto its agricultural heritage for generations. For newcomers looking for peace and quiet, it offers a relaxed country atmosphere surrounded by open farmland and classic Midwestern scenery.

Lostant Grade School

Getting around the region is surprisingly easy, with quick access to Interstate 39 and Route 251 putting larger neighboring towns within a short commute. Younger kids attend the local Lostant Grade School right in town, while older students head to high school in nearby LaSalle-Peru or Putnam County. Day-to-day essentials are covered by a local bank, library, post office, and dedicated volunteer emergency services, giving residents a comfortable small-town lifestyle with plenty of room to breathe.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow PopulationA+100.0rating

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