1557 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
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OFF MARKET

$165,000

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 980 sqft

1557 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901

Est. Refi. Payment $1,267/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Dec 19, 2023 for $134,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$165K
Since last month
Increased$2K (+1.1%)
Since last year
Increased$7K (+4.2%)
Since last sale
Increased$31K (+23.1%)
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 +210% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$165K
August 2026$163K
July 2026$164K
June 2026$161K
May 2026$159K
April 2026$157K
March 2026$158K
February 2026$156K
January 2026$154K
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
1562 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.04
Single-Family Home
$184,000
08/10/26
3
1
832
1532 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.03
Single-Family Home
$185,000
06/25/26
2
1
840
1470 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.08
Single-Family Home
$199,900
12/19/25
3
1
1,408
1581 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.03
Single-Family Home
$135,000
03/19/26
3
1.5
1,250
1501 S 7th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.22
Single-Family Home
$170,000
07/15/26
2
1
990
1545 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.01
Single-Family Home
$183,400
06/25/26
3
1.5
1,510
1075 S 7th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.50
Single-Family Home
$159,900
04/14/26
3
1
985
1145 S 8th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.48
Single-Family Home
$166,500
09/30/25
3
1
1,263

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
1505 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.03
$108,400
2
1
672
Off Market
1545 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.01
$183,400
3
1.5
1,510
Recently Sold
1532 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.03
$185,000
2
1
840
Recently Sold
1470 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.08
$199,900
3
1
1,408
Recently Sold
1562 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.04
$184,000
3
1
832
Recently Sold
1548 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.04
$135,900
2
1
832
Off Market
1581 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.03
$135,000
3
1.5
1,250
Recently Sold
1575 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.08
$187,300
3
1
1,000
Off Market
1595 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.08
$187,900
3
1
1,602
Off Market
1557 S 3rd Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.08
$34,200
2
1
-
Off Market
1620 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.08
$226,800
3
1.5
1,685
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 1953
980 sqft
$168/sqft

About this House

What's unique:Large picture windowNew ceiling fansNew pantry doorPocket doorLaundry areaNew door
This lovely home offers 3 bedrooms and 1 bath. The large picture window in the living room allows for stunning natural light. This home has a very spacious kitchen and a great bathroom with a pocket door. Large yard. Water heater 2021, Living room flooring updated in 2021. New paint throughout 10/23, new carpet in all of the bedrooms 10/23. New ceiling fans in all bedrooms and living room 10/23. New flooring in the laundry area and a new door leading to that Laundry space. A new pantry door was installed in the space leading to the kitchen. This home is ready to move right in!!!!
1557 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 980 sqft single-family home built in 1953. It last sold for $134,000 on Dec 19, 2023 (7% above the $125,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $165,000, with a rent estimate of $1,634/month.
Last check for updates: 34 minutes ago
Listed by Jessica Seyden, (417) 496-6328
Coldwell Banker Realty
Rory Hertzberg, (815) 954-3937
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with: Marla Good, Keller Williams Preferred Rlty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#11924798

Home Details for 1557 S 4th Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: NoneNumber of Rooms: 5Types 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: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 980 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, RefrigeratorRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Accessibility: No Disability Access
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No View

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
No Attached GarageParking: Concrete
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1953
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 16170721501200

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $125,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Nov 16 2023Possession 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: 7500 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: FHA

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 11924798

Additional Information

Source Internet Consumer CommentSource Internet Entire Listing DisplaySource Internet Address DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: Yes

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Dec 19, 2023
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11924798
Sold
$134,000
Nov 16, 2023
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11924798
Contingent
$125,000
Nov 7, 2023
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11924798
Listed For Sale
$125,000
Sep 1, 2023
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11841624
ListingRemoved
Aug 11, 2023
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11841624
Contingent
$99,900

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

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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 1557 S 4th Ave

  • What is 1557 S 4th Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1557 S 4th Ave in Kankakee, IL is $165,000.
  • What is the price history for 1557 S 4th Ave?
    1557 S 4th Ave in Kankakee, IL last sold for $134,000 in December 2023.
  • 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 $185K. That is up $25K from the prior month.
  • Does 1557 S 4th Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1557 S 4th Ave in Kankakee, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 1557 S 4th Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1557 S 4th Ave in Kankakee, IL has laundry facilities.

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