1556 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
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FOR SALE

$122,500

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 844 sqft

1556 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901

Est. Mortgage $943/mo*
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1954
$145/sqft
1 Car Garage

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 1556 S 4th Ave.
  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Your Cozy Haven Awaits! Welcome to this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath ranch offering 844 sq ft of comfortable, easy-to-maintain living space. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, looking to downsize, or searching for an investment opportunity, this home has plenty to offer! Enjoy the convenience of a single-story layout with an attached 1-car garage. Outside, you'll find a large fenced-in backyard with plenty of room for pets, play, gardening, or entertaining. A wooden deck off the back of the home provides a great spot to relax or enjoy summer evenings, while the nice-sized wooden shed offers additional storage. Out front, a welcoming porch and mature trees add to the home's cute curb appeal. Recent improvements include a new roof and updated electrical, adding even more value and peace of mind. Enjoy a home that's manageable, comfortable, and ready for its next owner. Schedule your showing today!
Last check for updates: about 7 hours ago
Listing courtesy of: Destiney Dangerfield, (815) 922-2977
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty
Greg Simington, (815) 370-3631
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12755730
Also Listed on MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, BHHS broker feed, MRED as distributed by MLS GRID.

Home Details for 1556 S 4th Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: New

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Crawl SpaceNumber of Rooms: 4Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 844 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Laundry: Main Level
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
No Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Carpet
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood, Laminate, Carpet
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No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: DeckFencing: FencedOther Structures: Shed(s)Foundation: Block
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 3Parking: Asphalt,Concrete,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Off Street,Driveway,Owned,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Days on Market: 4

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1954
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New ConstructionIs Habitable Residence
Property Information
Parcel Number: 161707216005

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $122,500Price Per Sqft: $145
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

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

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 12755730

Community

Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Paved

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7500 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12755730Attic: Unfinished

Additional Information

SidewalksStreet PavedSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD IDX Comments Reviews: NoMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD AVM On IDX Display: NoMRD Address On VOW Display: YesMRD Price History On IDX Display: NoMRD Market Time On IDX Display: YesMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address DisplayHide Price History DisplayMRD Remarks On VOW Display: Yes

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

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 "
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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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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

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$139K
Since last month
Decreased$600 (-0.4%)
Since last year
Increased$25K (+22.5%)
Since last sale
Increased$34K (+31.9%)
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 +155% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$139K
August 2026$138K
July 2026$139K
June 2026$136K
May 2026$135K
April 2026$133K
March 2026$133K
February 2026$132K
January 2026$131K
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
1532 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.07
Single-Family Home
$185,000
06/25/26
2
1
840
1562 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.07
Single-Family Home
$184,000
08/10/26
3
1
832
1501 S 7th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.26
Single-Family Home
$170,000
07/15/26
2
1
990
1179 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.35
Single-Family Home
$100,000
02/05/26
2
1
902
1351 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.22
Single-Family Home
$150,000
09/16/25
3
1
1,076
1581 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.05
Single-Family Home
$135,000
03/19/26
3
1.5
1,250
1470 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.11
Single-Family Home
$199,900
12/19/25
3
1
1,408
1545 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.05
Single-Family Home
$183,400
06/25/26
3
1.5
1,510

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
1581 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.05
$135,000
3
1.5
1,250
Recently Sold
1557 S 3rd Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.03
$35,000
2
1
-
Off Market
1557 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.04
$163,200
3
1
980
Off Market
1545 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.05
$183,400
3
1.5
1,510
Recently Sold
1562 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.07
$184,000
3
1
832
Recently Sold
1620 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.10
$226,000
3
1.5
1,685
Off Market
1505 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.06
$108,900
2
1
672
Off Market
1532 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.07
$185,000
2
1
840
Recently Sold
1548 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.08
$135,600
2
1
832
Off Market
1680 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.13
$218,500
3
1.5
1,575
Off Market
1595 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.12
$184,500
3
1
1,602
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 10, 2026
Source: BHHS broker feed #12755730
Listed For Sale
$122,500
Mar 22, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11973631
Sold
$105,000
Mar 3, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11973631
Contingent
$109,900
Feb 8, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11973631
Listed For Sale
$109,900
Aug 20, 2022
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
ListingRemoved

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Destiney Dangerfield, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty
Agent Phone: (815) 922-2977
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Click here for more information

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Frequently asked questions about 1556 S 4th Ave

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 1556 S 4th Ave?
    Based on a $122,500 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 1556 S 4th Ave in Kankakee, IL is approximately $966 (about $663 principal & interest, $228 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 1556 S 4th Ave compare to homes in Kankakee?
    1556 S 4th Ave in Kankakee, IL is listed at $122,500, about 34% below the $185K median sale price in Kankakee.
  • What do residents say about Kankakee?
    Residents describe Kankakee, IL as easy to park in, well-kept, and pedestrian-friendly. See homes for sale in Kankakee, IL.
  • What are the closest schools to 1556 S 4th Ave?
    The closest schools to 1556 S 4th Ave in Kankakee, IL are John Kennedy Middle Grade School (Elementary, rated 3/10), Kankakee High School (rated 4/10), Kankakee Junior High School (rated 4/10).
  • Does 1556 S 4th Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1556 S 4th Ave in Kankakee, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 1556 S 4th Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1556 S 4th Ave in Kankakee, IL has laundry facilities.
1556 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 844 sqft single-family home built in 1954. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MRED as distributed by MLS GRID on Sep 10, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 12755730.