1431 W  Vanmeter St, Kankakee, IL 60901
SOLD
DEC 8, 2025

$268,500

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,500 sqft (on 0.28 acres)

1431 W Vanmeter St, Kankakee, IL 60901

Est. Refi. Payment $1,976/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Dec 8, 2025 for $255,000 (2% below list price)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$269K
Since last month
Increased$4K (+1.6%)
Since last year
Increased$131K (+94.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$14K (+5.4%)
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 +144% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$269K
August 2026$269K
July 2026$265K
June 2026$264K
May 2026$262K
April 2026$260K
March 2026$260K
February 2026$260K
January 2026$257K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
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
0.09
Single-Family Home
$185,000
09/26/25
3
2
1,542
0.17
Single-Family Home
$225,000
03/16/26
3
1.5
1,500
0.28
Single-Family Home
$205,000
12/17/25
3
1.5
1,647
0.28
Single-Family Home
$194,000
06/22/26
3
1.5
1,759
0.34
Single-Family Home
$259,900
03/24/26
3
2
1,743
0.24
Single-Family Home
$190,000
11/26/25
4
1.5
1,820
0.27
Single-Family Home
$245,360
01/07/26
3
2.5
2,160
0.33
Single-Family Home
$151,500
05/29/26
3
2
1,338

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
0.04
$194,900
3
2
1,800
Off Market
0.07
$45,000
1
1
900
For Sale
0.07
$96,300
3
1.5
1,100
Off Market
0.07
$85,500
3
1.5
1,141
Recently Sold
0.07
$66,000
2
1
1,100
Off Market
0.07
$56,000
2
1.5
900
Recently Sold
0.07
$77,200
2
1.5
900
Off Market
0.07
$57,100
2
1
900
Off Market
0.07
$68,500
2
1
900
Off Market
0.07
$72,700
3
1.5
870
Off Market
0.07
$70,500
3
1.5
815
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 1958
0.28 acre lot
1,500 sqft
$170/sqft
2 Car Garage

About this House

Welcome to your dream home, exquisitely renovated and move-in ready for its new owners! 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. The heart of this residence is a breathtaking new kitchen, featuring luxurious quartz countertops, elegant white shaker cabinets, and a full suite of gleaming stainless-steel appliances. Enjoy peace of mind with brand-new plumbing and electrical systems throughout. The home shines with all-new luxury vinyl plank flooring and plush carpeting, complemented by a fresh coat of interior paint, modern fixtures, and radiant lighting that create a warm, inviting ambiance. Don't miss this gem-immerse yourself in the captivating 3D tour with floor plan and schedule your private showing today!
1431 W Vanmeter St, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,500 sqft single-family home built in 1958. It last sold for $255,000 on Dec 8, 2025 (2% below the $259,700 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $268,500, with a rent estimate of $1,936/month.
Last check for updates: about 12 hours ago
Listed by Neil Gates, (630) 528-0497
Chase Real Estate LLC
Bought with: Katherine Rubis, (630) 886-4247, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12504923

Home Details for 1431 W Vanmeter St

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Crawl SpaceNumber of Rooms: 6Types 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): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1500 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)DishwasherLaundry: Main Level,In UnitMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
No Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Accessibility: No Disability Access
View
No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Concrete,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1958Year Renovated: 2025
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 16160141002400

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $259,700Price Per Sqft: $170/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sat Nov 08 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: KankakeeCommunity: Gracefield
School Information
Elementary School: Taft Primary SchoolElementary School District: 111Jr High / Middle School: Lincoln Cltrl Ctr-Montessori EleJr High / Middle School District: 111High School: Kankakee High SchoolHigh School District: 111

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.28 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12504923

Additional Information

Source Internet Automated Valuation DisplaySource Internet Consumer CommentSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Dec 8, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12504923
Sold
$255,000
Nov 9, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12504923
Contingent
$259,700
Oct 31, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12504923
Listed For Sale
$259,700
Jun 23, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12326095
Sold
$135,730
May 9, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12326095
Pending
$156,000

Market trends in Kankakee

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$160K
$4.48K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.8%
Price per sq ft
$116
Available listings
91
13
MoM

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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • 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 "
  • 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 donโ€™t leave their dogs outside all evening just letting them bark and bark and bark "
  • Sluiterdbm
    "Plenty of people walking dogs in the neighborhood and a park down by the river as well. Very nice neighborhood!"
  • Sluiterdbm
    "Iโ€™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!"
  • Kathleen Donovan Downey
    "โ€ฆโ€ฆโ€ฆโ€ฆHerscher is a great school district. Friendly neighborhood. Nice state park nearby. Safe for kids to play outside. "
  • Kevali Amphy
    "I wouldnโ€™t take public transportation unless absolutely necessary. Little to no traffic. State and local police are active."
  • Maliknorsworthy
    "ne of the main roles of parents is providing encouragement, support and access to activities that enable a child to master key developmental"
  • Olivia Johnson
    "Great access love this community. I am foreign here born and raised. I appreciate everything in this community."
  • Lateesakfoster93
    "Iโ€™ve Been here all my life..very small and quiet.I will recommend if anyone is looking for a smaller town to live."
  • Mark E. H.
    "Great schools and right next to Hawkins Park with a 2/3 mile jogging track. Close to hospitals. Country living. "
  • Angela W.
    "Itโ€™s run down. People donโ€™t try to improve their property, they do the bare minimum. The Alderman doesnโ€™t enforce anything they just get a check."
  • Danniiemarie
    "Itโ€™s loud at night where Iโ€™m by, parties and drinking plus smoking all through the night. If you want to live here just beware"
  • Olivia Q.
    "I donโ€™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 arenโ€™t bright at all "
  • 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 "
  • Kennice B.
    "I lived here for 1 yr it's been pretty quiet nice place to live so far will recommend neighborhood to anyone "
  • 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 "
  • Gerraile
    "There are parks and green spaces but you have to travel through intrepid waters or neighborhoods to get to some. "
  • 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."
  • 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."
  • 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."
  • 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. "
  • 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. "
  • 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. "
  • 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 1431 W Vanmeter St

  • What is 1431 W Vanmeter St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1431 W Vanmeter St in Kankakee, IL is $268,500.
  • What is the price history for 1431 W Vanmeter St?
    1431 W Vanmeter St in Kankakee, IL last sold for $255,000 in December 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 $160K. That is up $4.48K from the prior month.
  • Does 1431 W Vanmeter St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1431 W Vanmeter St in Kankakee, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 1431 W Vanmeter St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1431 W Vanmeter St in Kankakee, IL has laundry facilities.

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