1155 W Vanmeter St, Kankakee, IL 60901
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OFF MARKET

$179,200

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,266 sqft

1155 W Vanmeter St, Kankakee, IL 60901

Est. Refi. Payment $1,369/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Apr 11, 2025 for $165,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$179K
Since last month
Increased$1K (+0.6%)
Since last year
Increased$9K (+5%)
Since last sale
Increased$15K (+8.9%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +129% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$180K
August 2026$179K
July 2026$176K
June 2026$175K
May 2026$175K
April 2026$171K
March 2026$173K
February 2026$174K
January 2026$171K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
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2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1088 W Walnut St, Kankakee, IL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$179,900
01/12/26
2
1
1,352
1145 S 8th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.32
Single-Family Home
$166,500
09/30/25
3
1
1,263
1224 W Hawkins St, Kankakee, IL
0.05
Single-Family Home
$225,000
03/16/26
3
1.5
1,500
545 S May Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.43
Single-Family Home
$159,900
10/31/25
2
1
1,390
1124 W Hawkins St, Kankakee, IL
0.07
Single-Family Home
$194,000
06/22/26
3
1.5
1,759
665 S May Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.33
Single-Family Home
$140,000
05/22/26
2
1
900
1075 S 7th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.40
Single-Family Home
$159,900
04/14/26
3
1
985
1425 Timber Ridge Ct, Kankakee, IL
0.25
Single-Family Home
$185,000
09/26/25
3
2
1,542
580 S Enos Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.54
Single-Family Home
$182,000
05/01/26
2
1
1,547

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1185 W Vanmeter St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.02
$192,200
3
2
1,534
Off Market
1224 W Hawkins St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.05
$225,000
3
1.5
1,500
Recently Sold
1124 W Hawkins St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.07
$194,000
3
1.5
1,759
Recently Sold
1185 S Wilson Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.11
$229,400
2
2
1,578
Off Market
1160 Westlawn Dr, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.11
$214,900
3
2
1,440
For Sale
1115 W Walnut St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.11
$171,300
2
1
1,054
Off Market
1100 W Hawkins St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.10
$267,700
3
2.5
1,729
Off Market
1391 W Walnut St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.14
$229,900
3
1.5
1,550
Off Market
57 S Knollwood Ln, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.14
$166,100
2
1
1,143
Off Market
1088 W Walnut St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.17
$179,900
2
1
1,352
Recently Sold
1010 S 11th St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.13
$199,800
3
1.5
1,296
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1955
1,266 sqft
$142/sqft
1 Car Garage

About this House

This charming 2 bedroom and 1 bathroom home offers comfortable living and is move-in ready! The functional open layout begins in the inviting living room, this space is light and bright with a large front window filling the space with natural lighting! This leads right into the spacious dining room, perfect for hosting. You will also find gorgeous wood-grain ceramic tile seamlessly flowing throughout the main living spaces. Next up, is the charming kitchen that is equipped with all appliances, white cabinetry, and a stylish backsplash. Off of the kitchen is the laundry room that has loads of cabinets for storage, and provides access to the backyard! Down the hall, are two bedrooms, both great in size, having neutral paint and share a clean and simple first floor bathroom! There's an enclosed patio area, that's heated, and can be used for extra living space, storage, pet area, you name it! The open backyard is low maintenance and provides plenty of space to make it your own, and has a storage shed, too. The attached 1-car garage is perfect for your car, or for extra storage. All that's left is to do, is to pack your bags and move in!
1155 W Vanmeter St, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,266 sqft single-family home built in 1955. It last sold for $165,000 on Apr 11, 2025 (2% above the $162,500 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $179,200, with a rent estimate of $1,548/month.
Last check for updates: about 11 hours ago
Listed by Allison Ascher, (815) 298-4097
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with: Sandra Workman, ABR,AHWD,BPOR,CRS,e-PRO,GREEN,GRI,PSA,RSPS,SFR, (815) 530-7679, Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12302127

Home Details for 1155 W Vanmeter St

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: NoneNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Heated Sun Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Utility Room 1 St Floor
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1266 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDryerLaundry: Main Level,In UnitMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced Air,SteamHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
No Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Screens
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Accessibility: No Disability Access
View
No View
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltOther Structures: Shed(s)
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 3Parking: Asphalt,Garage Door Opener,On Site,Garage Owned,Attached,Driveway,Owned,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1955
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 16170630303100

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $162,500
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Mar 07 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Kankakee
School Information
Elementary School District: 111Jr High / Middle School District: 111High School District: 111

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1266 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Curbs, Street Paved

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10454.4 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 12302127

Additional Information

CurbsStreet PavedSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Apr 11, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12302127
Sold
$165,000
Mar 8, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12302127
Contingent
$162,500
Mar 4, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12302127
Listed For Sale
$162,500
Aug 29, 2014
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08664373
Sold
$73,500
Jul 18, 2014
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$75,900

Market trends in Kankakee

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$185K
$25KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
—
Price per sq ft
—
Available listings
91
13MoM

Around this home

What Locals Say about Kankakee

At least 211 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 85 % Say car is needed

  • 80 % Say parking is easy

  • 79 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 75 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 67 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 64 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 60 % Say kids play outside

  • 51 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say it's quiet

  • 46 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 44 % Say there's wildlife

  • 44 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 43 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 40 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 38 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 25 % Say there are community events

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  • Donna Tymec
    "I use my car everything is accessible with in 2-10 minutes. Buses run till 11 pm. Commute is easy hardly any congestion when traffic comes "
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  • Vinnie Crump
    "Like that most people are friendly . People have ongoing relationships with neighbors and feel safe. People with dogs seem to respect their neighbors and boundaries don’t leave their dogs outside all evening just letting them bark and bark and bark "
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  • Sluiterdbm
    "Plenty of people walking dogs in the neighborhood and a park down by the river as well. Very nice neighborhood!"
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  • Sluiterdbm
    "I’ve lived here for 22 years in the historic district and there are very unique historical homes to enjoy on walks and friendly neighbors. Very beautiful sunsets over the river to enjoy as well!"
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  • Kathleen Donovan Downey
    "…………Herscher is a great school district. Friendly neighborhood. Nice state park nearby. Safe for kids to play outside. "
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  • Kevali Amphy
    "I wouldn’t take public transportation unless absolutely necessary. Little to no traffic. State and local police are active."
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  • Maliknorsworthy
    "ne of the main roles of parents is providing encouragement, support and access to activities that enable a child to master key developmental"
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  • Olivia Johnson
    "Great access love this community. I am foreign here born and raised. I appreciate everything in this community."
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  • Lateesakfoster93
    "I’ve Been here all my life..very small and quiet.I will recommend if anyone is looking for a smaller town to live."
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  • Mark E. H.
    "Great schools and right next to Hawkins Park with a 2/3 mile jogging track. Close to hospitals. Country living. "
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  • Angela W.
    "It’s run down. People don’t try to improve their property, they do the bare minimum. The Alderman doesn’t enforce anything they just get a check."
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  • Danniiemarie
    "It’s loud at night where I’m by, parties and drinking plus smoking all through the night. If you want to live here just beware"
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  • Olivia Q.
    "I don’t like it.hear to many gun shots, have had a package stolen from my front porch and the lighting outside for the streets suck they aren’t bright at all "
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  • Cristinatrujillo5783
    "No one helps out no one turns in the bad Guys it needs to stop we need to come together to make it town better "
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  • Kennice B.
    "I lived here for 1 yr it's been pretty quiet nice place to live so far will recommend neighborhood to anyone "
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  • Cristinatrujillo5783
    "None we have no events and there is always shooting in the area and they go to jail for a week and get out "
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  • Gerraile
    "There are parks and green spaces but you have to travel through intrepid waters or neighborhoods to get to some. "
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  • Michelle B.
    "not the best neighborhood, some areas are good some are not so great. Be sure to do your research on the areas before making your decision."
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  • Ayersloretta53
    "I've lived in this area for six years and it has been going down hill every since. Loud music and roudy people are moving into thr area."
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  • Nimon B.
    "only one dog in my neighborhood and they pick up after it...but over all it's a really nice neighborhood where I stay at."
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  • Djsluiter
    "We have a holiday housewalk and are constantly doing special events. For Christmas our neighborhood has just started a parade of lights and in the summer there are bike races and block parties, wine and cheese events etc. "
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  • Djsluiter
    "Great place with good parks and plenty of areas to walk dogs. There is the Kankakee River that is always a good place to bring dogs. "
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  • Donnajones287
    "Lived here for almost two years now and this town sucks and the police are even worse. It's not safe here and the hookers walk around with there gas and wash cups to let it know there open for business. "
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  • Kellielafevor
    "Our community does amazing things. The farmers market, downtown activities, the public library. We love our daycare and preschool in the district. "
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Frequently asked questions about 1155 W Vanmeter St

  • What is 1155 W Vanmeter St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1155 W Vanmeter St in Kankakee, IL is $179,200.
  • What is the price history for 1155 W Vanmeter St?
    1155 W Vanmeter St in Kankakee, IL last sold for $165,000 in April 2025.
  • Is Kankakee a buyer's or seller's market?
    Kankakee is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Kankakee?
    The median sale price in Kankakee is $185K. That is up $25K from the prior month.
  • Does 1155 W Vanmeter St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1155 W Vanmeter St in Kankakee, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 1155 W Vanmeter St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1155 W Vanmeter St in Kankakee, IL has in-unit laundry.

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