197 N Cottage Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
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OFF MARKET

$15,000

Last sold price
  • 3 Beds

197 N Cottage Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901

Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 13, 2018 for $15,000

Home Value

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Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
229 S Sibley Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.34
Multi-Family Home
$10,000
12/23/25
5
3
-
361 S Nelson Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.29
Multi-Family Home
$152,500
02/20/26
4
2
-
381 S Nelson Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.30
Multi-Family Home
$152,500
02/20/26
4
2
-
363-365 E Hickory St, Kankakee, IL
0.32
Multi-Family Home
$230,000
10/24/25
4
4
-
1019 E Bourbonnais St, Kankakee, IL
0.60
Multi-Family Home
$100,000
12/23/25
4
2
-
312 S Evergreen Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.51
Multi-Family Home
$106,000
03/30/26
6
2
-
427 S Chicago Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.82
Multi-Family Home
$45,000
05/11/26
6
2
-
653 E River St, Kankakee, IL
0.85
Multi-Family Home
$100,000
12/23/25
3
2
-
310 W Merchant St, Kankakee, IL
1.28
Multi-Family Home
$15,000
02/25/26
4
4
-
529 S Indiana Ave, Kankakee, IL
1.00
Multi-Family Home
$135,000
05/27/26
4
2
-

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
201 N Cottage Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.01
$42,000
2
1
1,008
Recently Sold
255 N Hunter Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.08
$180,000
3
1
1,100
For Sale
1441 E Oak St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.10
$6,000
-
-
-
For Sale
1312 E Chestnut St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.14
$5,000
-
-
-
For Sale
294 N Taylor Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.15
$122,500
3
1
1,100
Off Market
1288 E Oak St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.17
$60,000
5
1.5
1,362
Recently Sold
1287 E Oak St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.18
$103,300
4
1
864
Off Market
218 N Illinois Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.16
$139,500
3
1
1,100
Off Market
1615 E Locust St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.17
$156,100
4
2
1,600
Off Market
1264 E Chestnut St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.20
$169,800
4
2
884
Off Market
1268 E Oak St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.20
$76,100
2
1
968
Off Market
1273 E Chestnut St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.21
$155,000
3
1
1,267
Recently Sold

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Multi-Family
Built in 1920

About this House

Some newer upgrades and rehabbing done in the past as follows: kitchen cabinets, most floor coverings, painting. Caulking of windows also done. Upper unit has baseboard heat. Heat & electric is separate. Lower unit currently vacant. Note that this property can be purchased as a package with 357 S. Indiana Ave / 464 E. Station St. / and 802 N. Harrison Ave.
197 N Cottage Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 3 bedroom multi-family built in 1920. It last sold for $15,000 on Aug 13, 2018. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,290/month.

Home Details for 197 N Cottage Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Electric, GasHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
Refrigerator

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1920
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Multi Family

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Exterior: Vinyl
Parking & Garage
Parking: None

Community

Units in Building: 2

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6103 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 11, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12427549
ListingRemoved
$55,000
Aug 14, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12427549
PriceChange
$55,000
Price decreased by 8%
Aug 5, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12427549
PriceChange
$60,000
Price decreased by 14%
Jul 23, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12427549
Listed For Sale
$70,000
Aug 13, 2018
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10024661
Sold
$15,000

Market trends in Kankakee

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$185K
$25KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
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Price per sq ft
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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 197 N Cottage Ave

  • What is the price history for 197 N Cottage Ave?
    197 N Cottage Ave in Kankakee, IL last sold for $15,000 in August 2018.
  • 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.
  • What do residents say about Kankakee?
    Residents describe Kankakee, IL as easy to park in, well-kept, and pedestrian-friendly. See recently sold homes in Kankakee, IL.

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