233 S May Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
OFF MARKET

$201,700

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,459 sqft

233 S May Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901

Est. Refi. Payment $1,491/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Mar 21, 2025 for $186,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$202K
Since last month
Increased$3K (+1.3%)
Since last year
Increased$9K (+4.8%)
Since last sale
Increased$16K (+8.5%)
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 +99% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$202K
August 2026$202K
July 2026$199K
June 2026$198K
May 2026$197K
April 2026$193K
March 2026$195K
February 2026$196K
January 2026$193K
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
545 S May Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.28
Single-Family Home
$159,900
10/31/25
2
1
1,390
1117 W Station St, Kankakee, IL
0.22
Single-Family Home
$136,000
10/28/25
2
1
1,200
123 S Alma Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.12
Single-Family Home
$185,000
07/15/26
3
1.5
1,350
580 S Enos Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.45
Single-Family Home
$182,000
05/01/26
2
1
1,547
520 S Fraser Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.32
Single-Family Home
$185,000
12/02/25
3
1
1,120
665 S May Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.37
Single-Family Home
$140,000
05/22/26
2
1
900
545 S Fraser Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.31
Single-Family Home
$150,000
02/20/26
2
2
1,200
1240 W Merchant St, Kankakee, IL
0.14
Single-Family Home
$127,500
01/09/26
2
1
1,000

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
179 S May Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.05
$238,500
4
1.5
2,000
Off Market
210 S Small Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.03
$379,000
3
3
3,100
For Sale
156 S May Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.08
$200,500
5
4
-
Off Market
221 S Small Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.07
$330,000
7
4
-
Recently Sold
183 S Alma Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.09
$233,400
3
2
1,560
Off Market
160 S Curtis Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.12
$261,700
7
4
-
Off Market
135 S Alma Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.11
$181,600
3
1
1,700
Off Market
257 S Alma Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.08
$195,500
3
2
1,314
Off Market
123 S Alma Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.12
$185,000
3
1.5
1,350
Recently Sold
1420 W Station St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.08
$164,000
2
1
1,064
Off Market
1392 W Station St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.08
$162,500
2
2
1,571
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 233 S May Ave.
  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1964
Living Area
1,459 sqft
Price/Sqft
$138
Parking
2.5 Car Garage
HOA
None

About this House

Welcome to 233 S May Ave in West Kankakee. You will love this all brick ranch home. You are invited into a large living room with great natural light and storage. The updated eat in kitchen is great for entertaining, all SS appliances stay. Two large over sized bedrooms with oversized closets. The bathroom was remodeled in 2024. Off the kitchen you'll find an over sized laundry room/ pantry with built in cabinets for additional storage. Additionally you will love the large fenced in back yard with patio. Other updates include: Garage Heater 2025, Furnace 2024, HWH 2023, Roof 2022.
233 S May Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,459 sqft single-family home built in 1964. It last sold for $186,000 on Mar 21, 2025 (9% above the $169,900 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $201,700, with a rent estimate of $1,521/month.
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Brit-Anne Wilkening, (815) 383-2521
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty
Cindy Olson-Purdy, (815) 383-0026
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty
Bought with: Norman Gaskin, (815) 386-4930, McColly Bennett Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12297156

Home Details for 233 S May Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Crawl SpaceNumber of Rooms: 4Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Utility Room 1 St Floor
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1459 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Oven, Gas Oven, Range HoodDishwasherDryerLaundry: Main LevelMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
No Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: ScreensFlooring: Laminate
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Laminate
View
No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: Patio, PorchFencing: Fenced
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2.5Number of Covered Spaces: 2.5Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2.5Parking: Concrete,Garage Door Opener,Heated Garage,On Site,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1964
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 16093130900800

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $169,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Feb 26 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Kankakee
School Information
Elementary School District: 111Jr High / Middle School District: 111High School District: 111

Community

Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

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

BasementMls Number: 12297156Attic: Pull Down Stair

Additional Information

CurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet PavedSource Internet Consumer CommentSource Internet Automated Valuation DisplaySource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 21, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12297156
Sold
$186,000
Feb 27, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12297156
Contingent
$169,900
Feb 24, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12297156
Listed For Sale
$169,900
Dec 28, 2021
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11272874
Sold
$135,000
Nov 18, 2021
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11272874
Contingent
$135,000

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

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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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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 233 S May Ave

  • What is 233 S May Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 233 S May Ave in Kankakee, IL is $201,700.
  • What is the price history for 233 S May Ave?
    233 S May Ave in Kankakee, IL last sold for $186,000 in March 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 $160K. That is up $4.48K from the prior month.
  • Does 233 S May Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 233 S May Ave in Kankakee, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 233 S May Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 233 S May Ave in Kankakee, IL has in-unit laundry.

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