1234 E Chestnut St, Kankakee, IL 60901
OFF MARKET

1234 E Chestnut St
Kankakee, IL 60901

  • 4 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,620 sqft
4 Beds
1 Bath
1,620 sqft

Home Value

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Comparable sales

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
257 N Hobbie Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.06
Single-Family Home
$12,000
02/24/26
3
1
1,037
1288 E Oak St, Kankakee, IL
0.08
Single-Family Home
$60,000
02/27/26
5
1.5
1,362
294 N Taylor Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.08
Single-Family Home
$115,000
09/11/25
3
1
1,100
267 N Myrtle Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.12
Single-Family Home
$64,000
08/15/25
3
1.5
1,200
432 N Dearborn Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.69
Single-Family Home
$20,000
01/26/26
4
2
1,568
358 N Harrison Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.53
Single-Family Home
$59,950
02/25/26
3
1
1,355
323 N Illinois Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.35
Single-Family Home
$140,000
03/06/26
3
1
1,008
1571 E Bourbonnais St, Kankakee, IL
0.53
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$30,000
08/19/25
2
1
930
334 E Birch St, Kankakee, IL
0.72
Single-Family Home
$20,000
04/01/26
3
1
900
365 S Myrtle Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.39
Single-Family Home
$170,000
01/23/26
3
1
1,127

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1221 E Chestnut St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.04
$75,585
3
1.5
1,950
For Sale
1256 E Chestnut St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.02
-
2
1
900
Off Market
1264 E Chestnut St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.03
$167,600
4
2
884
Off Market
1273 E Chestnut St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.05
$155,000
3
1
1,267
Recently Sold
257 N Hobbie Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.06
$12,000
3
1
1,037
Recently Sold
1287 E Oak St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.05
$106,600
4
1
864
Off Market
294 N Taylor Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.08
$120,800
3
1
1,100
Off Market
1268 E Oak St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.07
$75,600
2
1
968
Off Market
1312 E Chestnut St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.09
$5,000
-
-
-
For Sale
1288 E Oak St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.08
$60,000
5
1.5
1,362
Recently Sold
267 N Myrtle Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.12
$113,000
3
1.5
1,200
Off Market
1441 E Oak St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.12
$6,000
-
-
-
For Sale

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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1947
Living Area
1,620 sqft

About this House

This single-family home is located at 1234 E Chestnut St, Kankakee, IL. 1234 E Chestnut St is in Kankakee, IL and in ZIP code 60901. This property has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 1,620 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 5625 sqft and was built in 1947.
1234 E Chestnut St, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 4 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,620 sqft single-family home built in 1947. It last sold for $18,000 on Mar 22, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,665/month.

Home Details for 1234 E Chestnut St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: GasHeating Fuel: Gas
Interior Details
Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt, OtherExterior: Vinyl
Parking & Garage
Parking Space: 1

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1947
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Cape Cod

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5625 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 22, 2021
Source: N/A
Sold
$18,000
Feb 25, 2021
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10841490
PriceChange
$31,000
Price decreased by 11%
Jan 22, 2021
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10841490
PriceChange
$34,900
Price decreased by 18%
Sep 1, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$42,500
Jun 9, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$28,000

Market trends in Kankakee

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$160K
$4.48KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.8%
Price per sq ft
$116
Available listings
78
3MoM
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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 1234 E Chestnut St

  • What is the price history for 1234 E Chestnut St?
    1234 E Chestnut St in Kankakee, IL last sold for $18,000 in March 2021.
  • 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 $160K. That is up $4.48K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about Kankakee?
    Residents describe Kankakee, IL as easy to park in, well-kept, and pedestrian-friendly. See recently sold homes in Kankakee, IL.
  • How big is the lot at 1234 E Chestnut St?
    The lot at 1234 E Chestnut St in Kankakee, IL is about 0.13 acres (5,625 sq ft).
  • Does 1234 E Chestnut St have parking?
    Yes, 1234 E Chestnut St in Kankakee, IL has on-site parking.