178 S May Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
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OFF MARKET

178 S May Ave
Kankakee, IL 60901

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,272 sqft

$166,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 25, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,235/mo*
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$166,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 25, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,235/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,272 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$166K
Since last month
Decreased$100 (-0.1%)
Since last year
Decreased$500 (-0.3%)
Since last sale
Increased$44K (+36.3%)
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 +137% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$166K
July 2026$166K
June 2026$164K
May 2026$165K
April 2026$161K
March 2026$161K
February 2026$160K
January 2026$156K
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
360 S Alma Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.18
Single-Family Home
$115,000
03/18/26
3
1
1,061
123 S Alma Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.06
Single-Family Home
$185,000
07/15/26
3
1.5
1,350
1117 W Station St, Kankakee, IL
0.20
Single-Family Home
$136,000
10/28/25
2
1
1,200
530 S Tanner Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.42
Single-Family Home
$115,000
02/27/26
3
1
1,132
520 S Fraser Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.34
Single-Family Home
$185,000
12/02/25
3
1
1,120
545 S May Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.33
Single-Family Home
$159,900
10/31/25
2
1
1,390
1240 W Merchant St, Kankakee, IL
0.10
Single-Family Home
$127,500
01/09/26
2
1
1,000
640 S McKinley Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.59
Single-Family Home
$125,000
04/15/26
3
1
1,134
595 S Curtis Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.41
Single-Family Home
$110,000
10/07/25
3
2
1,895
665 S May Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.42
Single-Family Home
$140,000
05/22/26
2
1
900

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
183 S Alma Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.03
$233,500
3
2
1,560
Off Market
156 S May Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.02
$200,600
5
4
-
Off Market
179 S May Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.04
$237,600
4
1.5
2,000
Off Market
233 S May Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.06
$199,100
2
1
1,459
Off Market
257 S Alma Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.08
$195,300
3
2
1,314
Off Market
135 S Alma Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.05
$181,600
3
1
1,700
Off Market
123 S Alma Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.06
$185,000
3
1.5
1,350
Recently Sold
210 S Small Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.08
$379,000
3
3
3,100
For Sale
1240 W Merchant St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.10
$127,500
2
1
1,000
Recently Sold
1392 W Station St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.13
$161,800
2
2
1,571
Off Market
133 N Alma Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.10
$201,300
2
1
1,092
Off Market
1420 W Station St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.13
$165,100
2
1
1,064
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1945
Living Area
1,272 sqft
Price/Sqft
$131

About this House

Great home for a great price. 3 possible 4 bedrooms, 2 on main level. (possible 4th bedroom is a pass through to 3rd bedroom upstairs). Some hardwood floors. Cute kitchen and all appliances stay. 1 car detached garage. Full basement - great for rec room or storage. Roof on house - 2016, central air - 2013. Come and check me out!
178 S May Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,272 sqft single-family home built in 1945. It last sold for $122,000 on Oct 29, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $166,300, with a rent estimate of $1,662/month.

Home Details for 178 S May Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Gas
Interior Details
Additional StorageNumber of Rooms: 6Storage
Appliances & Utilities
DryerRefrigerator
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Linoleum Vinyl

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt, Shake ShingleExterior: Other

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1945
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7500 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 29, 2021
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11216686
Sold
$122,000
Sep 29, 2021
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11216686
Contingent
$125,000
Sep 23, 2021
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11216686
PendingToActive
$125,000
Sep 17, 2021
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11216686
Contingent
$125,000
Sep 12, 2021
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11216686
Listed For Sale
$125,000

Market trends in Kankakee

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$160K
$4.48KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.8%
Price per sq ft
$116
Available listings
78
3MoM

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

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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 178 S May Ave

  • What is 178 S May Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 178 S May Ave in Kankakee, IL is $166,300.
  • What is the price history for 178 S May Ave?
    178 S May Ave in Kankakee, IL last sold for $122,000 in October 2021.
  • 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 178 S May Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 178 S May Ave in Kankakee, IL has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 178 S May Ave?
    The lot at 178 S May Ave in Kankakee, IL is about 0.17 acres (7,500 sq ft).

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