Trailing the banks of the mighty Raskaskia River, in the heart of south central Illinois, the town of Vandalia, Illinois is as proud of itself now as when it stood as the capitol of the state, in the early days of the constitution. Slightly isolated among truly inspiration nature, Vandalia, Illinois is a safe and family community with a slight retail and manufacturing feel. Close to the cities of Greenville and Salem, Vandalia, Illinois is not too far from major urban life; the town is also only 2 hours from St Louis, Missouri, which is one of the most vibrant cities in the area.

Steeped in history and fused with culture, there is so much to see and do in Vandalia, Illinois. From browsing the antique stores and shopping the many boutiques, to touring the stately homes that once served the state so grandly, Vandalia, Illinois has a lot to admire, especially its architecture.

Surrounded by a tumultuous array of greenery and waterways, including the Raskaskia River, where fish can be caught, and the splendid Vandalia lake, a 660 acre recreation lake for boating, swimming and much more, Vandalia, Illinois residents are well stocked when it comes to things to do. Affordable as it is pretty, Vandalia, Illinois offers a multitude of housing, at a range of prices.

Charming and poised, Vandalia, Illinois is set for a bright future, one that has been firmly built on its inspirational past.