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UNDER CONTRACT

187 E Water St
Kankakee, IL 60901

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,550 sqft

$320,000

Est. Mortgage $2,228/mo*

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$320,000

Est. Mortgage $2,228/mo*

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3 Beds

2 Baths

1,550 sqft

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Description

Discover the ultimate riverfront retreat in Kankakee! This magnificent custom-built three-bedroom, two-bathroom home is situated in a stunning park-like setting on two combined lots, providing ample space for all your favorite hobbies. Car enthusiasts will love the convenience of a two-car garage plus a separate three-car garage, complete with a pit for all your projects. Imagine waking up and casting a line right from your property or easily launching your kayak down the concrete steps to the river. The house features a full unfinished basement equipped with a storm shelter and rough-in plumbing for a potential additional bathroom. The living area impresses with soaring ceilings and a cozy gas fireplace, all within an inviting open floor plan. Built in 2012, this home is a rare gem waiting for you!

Home Highlights

Parking

5 Car Garage

Outdoor

No Info

A/C

Heating & Cooling

HOA

None

Price/Sqft

$206

Listed

180+ days ago

Home Details for 187 E Water St

Active Status
MLS Status: Contingent

Interior Features
Interior Details Basement: Unfinished,FullNumber 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: 1550 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Washer, DryerDryerWasher
Heating & Cooling Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Living RoomHas a Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Accessibility: No Disability Access
View View: Back of Property

Exterior Features
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 5Number of Covered Spaces: 5Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 5Parking: Concrete,Garage Door Opener,Garage,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Detached
Frontage WaterfrontWaterfront: River FrontOn Waterfront
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market
Days on Market: 180+

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 2012
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: 16170530200800

Price & Status
Price List Price: $320,000Price Per Sqft: $206
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: 12461648

HOA
HOA Fee Includes: None

Listing Info
Special Conditions: None

Offer
Contingencies: Attorney/Inspection

Business
Business Information Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous
BasementMls Number: 12461648Zillow Contingency Status: Under ContractWater View: Back of Property

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

Last check for updates: about 1 hour ago

Listing courtesy of: Jessica Seyden, (417) 496-6328

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty

Ashley Seyden, (815) 953-7959

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty

Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12461648

Also Listed on MRED as distributed by MLS GRID.

Price History for 187 E Water St

Date	Price	Event	Source
03/02/2026	$320,000	Contingent	MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12461648

10/06/2025	$320,000	PriceChange	MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12461648
Price Change $20,000 (-6%)
09/04/2025	$340,000	Listed For Sale	MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12461648

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Assessment	$355,698

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Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
837 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL	0.34	Single-Family Home	$180,000	11/26/25	3	2	1,672
443 W Water St, Kankakee, IL	0.35	Single-Family Home	$197,000	02/26/26	3	1.5	1,252
932 S Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL	0.21	Single-Family Home	$59,500	07/29/25	3	1	1,500
421 S Dearborn Ave, Kankakee, IL	0.30	Single-Family Home	$247,000	10/03/25	3	2	2,658
368 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL	0.45	Single-Family Home	$52,000	07/18/25	3	1.5	1,696
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What Locals Say about Kankakee

At least 210 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
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Donna Tymec
Resident
3w ago
"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
Resident
2mo ago
"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
Resident
8mo ago
"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
Resident
9mo ago
"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
Resident
11mo ago
"…………Herscher is a great school district. Friendly neighborhood. Nice state park nearby. Safe for kids to play outside. "
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Kevali Amphy
Resident
1y ago
"I wouldn’t take public transportation unless absolutely necessary. Little to no traffic. State and local police are active."
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Maliknorsworthy
Visitor
1y ago
"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
Resident
1y ago
"Great access love this community. I am foreign here born and raised. I appreciate everything in this community."
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Lateesakfoster93
Resident
2y ago
"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.
Resident
5y ago
"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.
Resident
6y ago
"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
Resident
6y ago
"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.
Resident
6y ago
"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
Resident
6y ago
"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.
Resident
6y ago
"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
Resident
6y ago
"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
Resident
6y ago
"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.
Prev. Resident
6y ago
"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
Resident
6y ago
"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.
Resident
6y ago
"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
Resident
7y ago
"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
Resident
7y ago
"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
Resident
7y ago
"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
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7y ago
"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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Jessica Seyden, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty

Agent Phone: (417) 496-6328

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

187 E Water St, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,550 sqft single-family home built in 2012. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MRED as distributed by MLS GRID on Sep 4, 2025. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 12461648.

187 E Water St
Kankakee, IL 60901

$320,000

$320,000

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