1295 E Merchant St, Kankakee, IL 60901
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SOLD
OCT 16, 2026

$66,100

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,110 sqft

1295 E Merchant St, Kankakee, IL 60901

Est. Refi. Payment $553/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Oct 16, 2026 for $66,000 (12% below list price)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$66.1K
Since last month
Increased$100 (+0.2%)
Since last year
Decreased$4K (-5.2%)
Since last sale
Increased$300 (+0.5%)
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 +115% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
November 2026$66K
October 2026$66K
2025
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Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1288 E Oak St, Kankakee, IL
0.13
Single-Family Home
$60,000
02/27/26
5
1.5
1,362
1221 E Chestnut St, Kankakee, IL
0.22
Single-Family Home
$66,000
11/09/26
3
1.5
1,950
360 S Elm Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$63,000
09/04/26
2
1
1,072
943 E Bourbonnais St, Kankakee, IL
0.39
Single-Family Home
$55,000
01/09/26
3
1.5
1,248
945 E Hickory St, Kankakee, IL
0.32
Single-Family Home
$47,500
02/02/26
2
1
890
396 S Wildwood Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.33
Single-Family Home
$125,000
04/22/26
2
1.5
1,176
860 E Bourbonnais St, Kankakee, IL
0.44
Single-Family Home
$51,000
09/01/26
3
1
1,150
806 S Elm Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.59
Single-Family Home
$80,000
02/13/26
3
1
1,002
430 S Myrtle Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.26
Single-Family Home
$116,000
10/30/26
2
1
1,109

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1285 E Merchant St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.01
-
3
1.5
1,632
Off Market
151 Orchard Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.01
-
Studio
-
-
Off Market
1271 E Merchant St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.02
-
4
1.5
2,100
Off Market
1290 E Merchant St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.02
$80,900
Studio
-
-
Off Market
1265 E Merchant St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.02
-
4
1
2,500
Off Market
1274 E Merchant St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.03
-
2
1
1,086
Off Market
1261 E Merchant St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.03
-
Studio
-
-
Off Market
208 Orchard Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.03
$90,300
Studio
-
-
Off Market
215 Orchard Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.03
-
-
-
-
Off Market
Address Not Disclosed, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.04
-
3
1
900
Off Market
1264 E Court St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.04
$123,800
6
2
1,800
Off Market
1212 E Court St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.04
$103,100
Studio
-
-
Off Market
1255 E Merchant St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.04
-
2
1
650
Off Market
1340 E Merchant St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.04
-
Studio
-
-
Off Market
216 Orchard Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.04
-
Studio
-
-
Off Market
1247 E Merchant St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.05
$60,000
Studio
-
-
Recently Sold
208 S Sibley Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.05
$141,800
4
1.5
1,820
Off Market
224 Orchard Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.05
$101,600
3
1
1,100
Off Market
253 Orchard Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.05
-
-
-
-
Off Market
220 S Sibley Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.06
-
4
-
-
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1918
1,110 sqft
$59/sqft
1 Car Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 1295 E Merchant St, Kankakee, IL. 1295 E Merchant St is in Kankakee, IL and in ZIP code 60901. This property has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 1,110 sqft of floor space. The last sold price per dimension was $59/sqft. This property has a lot size of 4152 sqft and was built in 1918.
1295 E Merchant St, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,110 sqft single-family home built in 1918. It last sold for $66,000 on Oct 16, 2026 (12% below the $74,900 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $66,100, with a rent estimate of $1,754/month.
Last check for updates: about 10 hours ago
Listed by Dee Cohen, (815) 793-3613
Green Real Estate
Bought with: Azza Tawfik, ABR,e-PRO,GRI,SRES,SRS, (815) 325-4877, McColly Bennett Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12571987

Home Details for 1295 E Merchant St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,FullNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1110 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability Access
View
No View

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Yes,Attached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1918
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: StuccoNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 16170410001900

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $74,900Price Per Sqft: $59/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sun Oct 04 2026Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

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

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4152 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12571987Back On Market Date: Wed Jun 24 2026

Additional Information

Source Internet Consumer CommentSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD IDX Comments Reviews: YesMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD AVM On IDX Display: YesMRD Address On VOW Display: YesSource Internet Automated Valuation DisplayMRD Price History On IDX Display: YesMRD Market Time On IDX Display: YesSource Internet Address DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesMRD Remarks On VOW Display: Yes

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 16, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12571987
Sold
$66,000
Oct 8, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12571987
Pending
$74,900
Jun 24, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12571987
PendingToActive
$74,900
May 22, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12571987
Contingent
$69,000
May 20, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12571987
ListingRemoved
$69,000

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 1295 E Merchant St

  • What is 1295 E Merchant St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1295 E Merchant St in Kankakee, IL is $66,100.
  • What is the price history for 1295 E Merchant St?
    1295 E Merchant St in Kankakee, IL last sold for $66,000 in October 2026.
  • 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.
  • Does 1295 E Merchant St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1295 E Merchant St in Kankakee, IL has laundry facilities.
  • How big is the lot at 1295 E Merchant St?
    The lot at 1295 E Merchant St in Kankakee, IL is about 0.10 acres (4,152 sq ft).

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