208 E Birch St, Kankakee, IL 60901
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OFF MARKET

$45,000

Last sold price
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 900 sqft

208 E Birch St, Kankakee, IL 60901

Currently Off Market - Sold Oct 6, 2025 for $45,000

Home Value

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Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Address Not Disclosed, Kankakee, IL
0.30
Single-Family Home
$59,950
02/25/26
3
1
1,355
356 W Cypress St, Kankakee, IL
0.39
Single-Family Home
$46,000
05/20/26
2
1
832
732 N Dearborn Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.15
Single-Family Home
$60,000
05/22/26
3
2
1,272
143 N Entrance Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.50
Single-Family Home
$45,200
04/27/26
3
1
1,100
1136 N Chicago Pl, Kankakee, IL
0.55
Single-Family Home
$38,500
08/25/26
3
1
1,013
229 N 6th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.60
Single-Family Home
$40,000
06/12/26
2
1
802
373 N Adams St, Kankakee, IL
0.45
Single-Family Home
$104,000
12/04/25
3
1
1,308
432 N Dearborn Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.15
Single-Family Home
$20,000
01/26/26
4
2
1,568
261 N 6th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.59
Single-Family Home
$30,000
06/12/26
2
1
1,058

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
244 E Birch St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.01
-
-
-
-
Off Market
586 N Schuyler Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.01
-
3
1
1,472
Off Market
260 E Birch St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.02
-
Studio
-
-
Off Market
606 N Schuyler Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.03
-
Studio
-
-
Off Market
554 N Schuyler Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.03
-
-
-
-
Off Market
277 E Birch St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.03
$135,300
3
1
942
Off Market
225 E Birch St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.03
-
Studio
-
-
Off Market
281 E Birch St #1, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.03
-
1
1
-
Off Market
581 N Dearborn Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.03
-
3
1
1,300
Off Market
283 E Birch St #17868362, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.03
-
1
1
-
Off Market
283 E Birch St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.03
-
1
1
-
Off Market
283 E Birch St #1, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.03
-
1
1
-
Off Market
571 N Dearborn Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.04
-
Studio
-
-
Off Market
540 N Schuyler Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.04
-
Studio
-
-
Off Market
605 N Dearborn Ave #1, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.04
-
1
1
-
Off Market
605 N Dearborn Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.04
$148,800
5
4
-
Off Market
605 N Dearborn Ave #609, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.04
-
Studio
1
-
Off Market
551 N Dearborn Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.04
-
3
1
1,331
Off Market
591 N Schuyler Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.04
$153,200
4
3
1,600
Off Market
615 N Dearborn Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.04
-
Studio
-
-
Off Market

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1900
900 sqft

About this House

What's unique:Blank canvasGutted homeVacant lot next door
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208 E Birch St, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 900 sqft single-family home built in 1900. It last sold for the $45,000 asking price on Oct 6, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,416/month.
Last check for updates: about 20 hours ago
Listed by Elizabeth Barbosa, (815) 573-8036
RE/MAX Prestige Homes
Bought with: Adam Banter, (815) 274-3921, Exclusive Realtors
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12396779

Home Details for 208 E Birch St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,FullNumber 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: 900 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5Accessibility: No Disability Access
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No View

Exterior Features

Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1900
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 16093240002200

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $45,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sun Jul 13 2025Possession 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

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12396779

Additional Information

Source Internet Entire Listing DisplaySource Internet Address DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: Yes

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 6, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12396779
Sold
$45,000
Jul 18, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12396779
Pending
$45,000
Jun 18, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12396779
Listed For Sale
$45,000

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

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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Frequently asked questions about 208 E Birch St

  • What is the price history for 208 E Birch St?
    208 E Birch St in Kankakee, IL last sold for $45,000 in October 2025.
  • 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.
  • Does 208 E Birch St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 208 E Birch St in Kankakee, IL has laundry facilities.

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