If you check the items as in appliances etc then some say: functional with off the grid lot trait.
My sim is running out of money fast and can't call for a job. So much for being a hero. Seriously the guy saved the town.
I have setup a table for him to sell items (yes I know I can sell them from inventory but I prefer a challenging game) but so far no one has showed up. LOL
Although you can use cheaper stove I went with barrel bbq for now. Also has to use the "bush" as will take awhile to save up enough
for a toilet.
Just updated to add that pretty much anything that says antique is usable. Someone wanted a tub and you can use the Under the Sea Clawfoot tub.