246 W Charles St, Kankakee, IL 60901
OFF MARKET

$87,700

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,105 sqft

246 W Charles St, Kankakee, IL 60901

Est. Refi. Payment $691/mo*
Refinance Your Home
Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 27, 2008 for $35,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$87.7K
Since last month
Decreased$8K (-8.6%)
Since last year
Decreased$100 (-0.1%)
Since last sale
Increased$53K (+151.4%)
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 +253% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$88K
July 2026$96K
June 2026$94K
May 2026$92K
April 2026$86K
March 2026$86K
February 2026$82K
January 2026$78K
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
940 S Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.06
Single-Family Home
$63,000
10/02/25
2
1
1,400
547 W Bourbonnais St, Kankakee, IL
0.43
Single-Family Home
$99,000
11/19/25
3
1
1,146
881 S Dearborn Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.28
Single-Family Home
$41,041
11/14/25
2
1
968
974 S Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.07
Single-Family Home
$155,000
08/18/26
2
1
984
143 N Entrance Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.76
Single-Family Home
$45,200
04/27/26
3
1
1,100
1035 S 3rd Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.13
Single-Family Home
$154,900
07/31/26
3
1
1,802
1055 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$110,000
05/21/26
3
1.5
960
1103 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.28
Single-Family Home
$180,000
04/13/26
3
1
1,063
554 W Station St, Kankakee, IL
0.57
Single-Family Home
$72,000
09/02/25
3
1
1,220
491 S Dearborn Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.47
Single-Family Home
$80,000
09/09/25
3
1
1,992

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
940 S Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.06
$66,900
2
1
1,400
Off Market
932 S Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.05
$63,700
3
1
1,500
Off Market
964 S Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.07
$147,600
2
1
1,097
Off Market
974 S Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.07
$155,000
2
1
984
Recently Sold
943 S 3rd Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.07
$124,700
3
2
-
Off Market
981 S 3rd Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.09
$212,000
3
1.5
1,272
Off Market
1020 S Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.11
$146,100
2
1
1,242
Off Market
835 S Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.06
$125,600
3
2
1,188
Off Market
1057 S Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.13
$168,000
3
1.5
1,400
Off Market
1035 S 3rd Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.13
$154,900
3
1
1,802
Recently Sold
904 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.10
$127,500
2
3
1,488
Off Market
1055 S West Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.15
$90,400
2
1
792
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
1900
Living Area
1,105 sqft
Price/Sqft
$79

About this House

Doll house in west Kankakee is conveniently located close to shopping, restaurants, schools, the river, and parks. New windows, roof, siding, water heater, furnace, and appliances in 2009. Completely updated kitchen and bath, fresh paint and carpet throughout, and refinished hardwood floors. Full basement is clean and dry. Perfect for downsizing or first-time buyers. 1 year home warranty, agent owned.
246 W Charles St, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,105 sqft single-family home built in 1900. It last sold for $35,000 on Aug 27, 2008. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $87,700, with a rent estimate of $1,610/month.

Home Details for 246 W Charles St

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1900
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2600 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 29, 2012
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$64,900
Mar 15, 2012
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$64,900
Jul 21, 2011
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$64,900
Jun 22, 2011
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$64,900
May 11, 2011
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$64,900

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 246 W Charles St

  • What is 246 W Charles St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 246 W Charles St in Kankakee, IL is $87,700.
  • What is the price history for 246 W Charles St?
    246 W Charles St in Kankakee, IL last sold for $35,000 in August 2008.
  • 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.
  • How big is the lot at 246 W Charles St?
    The lot at 246 W Charles St in Kankakee, IL is about 0.06 acres (2,600 sq ft).

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