1274 E Merchant St, Kankakee, IL 60901
OFF MARKET

$15,000

Last sold price
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,086 sqft

1274 E Merchant St, Kankakee, IL 60901

Currently Off Market - Sold Jan 20, 2009 for $15,000

Home Value

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Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
257 N Hobbie Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.23
Single-Family Home
$12,000
02/24/26
3
1
1,037
945 E Hickory St, Kankakee, IL
0.30
Single-Family Home
$47,500
02/02/26
2
1
890
360 S Elm Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.14
Single-Family Home
$63,000
09/04/26
2
1
1,072
459 S Lincoln Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.24
Single-Family Home
$38,000
10/30/26
2
1
936
1295 E Merchant St, Kankakee, IL
0.03
Single-Family Home
$66,000
10/16/26
3
1.5
1,110
485 S Rosewood Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.44
Single-Family Home
$24,000
08/28/26
2
1
760
430 S Myrtle Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.23
Single-Family Home
$116,000
10/30/26
2
1
1,109
860 E Bourbonnais St, Kankakee, IL
0.41
Single-Family Home
$51,000
09/01/26
3
1
1,150
459 S Nelson Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.30
Single-Family Home
$105,500
08/07/26
2
1
1,008
540 S Osborn Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.37
Single-Family Home
$65,000
04/16/26
2
1
826

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
215 Orchard Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.00
-
-
-
-
Off Market
1290 E Merchant St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.01
-
Studio
-
-
Off Market
253 Orchard Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.02
-
-
-
-
Off Market
208 S Sibley Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.03
$135,000
4
1.5
1,820
Off Market
220 S Sibley Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.03
-
4
-
-
Off Market
220 S Sibley Ave #30, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.03
-
-
-
-
Off Market
257 Orchard Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.03
$141,700
3
1.5
1,840
Off Market
1295 E Merchant St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.03
$66,000
3
1.5
1,110
Recently Sold
240 S Sibley Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.03
-
2
1
936
Off Market
208 Orchard Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.03
-
Studio
-
-
Off Market
1285 E Merchant St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.04
-
3
1.5
1,632
Off Market
1271 E Merchant St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.04
$125,700
4
1.5
2,100
Off Market
258 S Sibley Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.04
-
3
1
700
Off Market
1265 E Merchant St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.04
-
4
1
2,500
Off Market
216 Orchard Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.04
-
Studio
-
-
Off Market
224 Orchard Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.04
$101,400
3
1
1,100
Off Market
1261 E Merchant St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.04
-
Studio
-
-
Off Market
151 Orchard Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.04
-
Studio
-
-
Off Market
246 Orchard Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.04
-
Studio
-
-
Off Market
1255 E Merchant St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.05
$52,400
2
1
650
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1905
1,086 sqft

About this House

2 bedroom home. Roof is about 6 years old.
1274 E Merchant St, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,086 sqft single-family home built in 1905. It last sold for $15,000 on Jan 20, 2009. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,436/month.

Home Details for 1274 E Merchant St

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1905
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3375 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jan 20, 2009
Source: N/A
Sold
$15,000
Nov 10, 2008
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08199232
Sold
$15,000
May 3, 2005
Source: N/A
Sold
$70,000

Market trends in Kankakee

Last updated September 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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Sale-to-List Price
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Available listings
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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 1274 E Merchant St

  • What is the price history for 1274 E Merchant St?
    1274 E Merchant St in Kankakee, IL last sold for $15,000 in January 2009.
  • Is Kankakee a buyer's or seller's market?
    Kankakee is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • 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.
  • What are the closest schools to 1274 E Merchant St?
    The closest schools to 1274 E Merchant St in Kankakee, IL are Kankakee High School (rated 4/10), Kankakee Junior High School (rated 4/10), King Middle Grade School (Elementary, rated 4/10).
  • How big is the lot at 1274 E Merchant St?
    The lot at 1274 E Merchant St in Kankakee, IL is about 0.08 acres (3,375 sq ft).

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