247 W Walnut St, Kankakee, IL 60901
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OFF MARKET

$18,500

Last sold price
  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,209 sqft

247 W Walnut St, Kankakee, IL 60901

Currently Off Market - Sold May 10, 2018 for $18,500

Home Value

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Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1151 S Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.03
Single-Family Home
$20,000
10/07/25
4
2
1,680
1055 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.18
Single-Family Home
$110,000
05/21/26
3
1.5
960
347 W Walnut St, Kankakee, IL
0.06
Single-Family Home
$65,000
11/14/25
2
2
787
940 S Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.22
Single-Family Home
$63,000
10/02/25
2
1
1,400
370 W Jeffery St, Kankakee, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$165,000
08/07/26
3
2
1,244
1035 S 3rd Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.15
Single-Family Home
$154,900
07/31/26
3
1
1,802
1103 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.22
Single-Family Home
$180,000
04/13/26
3
1
1,063
547 W Bourbonnais St, Kankakee, IL
0.65
Single-Family Home
$99,000
11/19/25
3
1
1,146
1351 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.26
Single-Family Home
$150,000
09/16/25
3
1
1,076
1581 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.36
Single-Family Home
$135,000
03/19/26
3
1.5
1,250

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
281 W Walnut St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.03
$151,400
3
1
1,200
Off Market
1154-1142 S Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.03
$14,500
-
-
-
For Sale
1178-1164 S Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.03
$14,500
-
-
-
For Sale
369-371 S 3rd Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.07
$105,000
4
2
-
For Sale
295 W Vanmeter St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.09
$168,500
4
1.5
1,560
Off Market
345 W Jeffery St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.10
$134,000
2
1
967
Off Market
138 W Van Meter St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.10
$157,100
3
1
1,084
Off Market
1080 S Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.11
$139,800
6
2
-
Off Market
922 W Van Meter St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.11
$245,000
3
1.5
1,224
For Sale
1057 S Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.12
$168,000
3
1.5
1,400
Off Market
1193 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.14
$205,800
5
2
1,627
Off Market
1353 S Kensington Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.12
$177,900
5
3
-
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
1880
Living Area
1,209 sqft

About this House

This single-family home is located at 247 W Walnut St, Kankakee, IL. 247 W Walnut St is in Kankakee, IL and in ZIP code 60901. This property has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 1,209 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 2339 sqft and was built in 1880.
247 W Walnut St, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,209 sqft single-family home built in 1880. It last sold for $18,500 on May 10, 2018. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,853/month.

Home Details for 247 W Walnut St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Interior Details
Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Linoleum Vinyl

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1880
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Exterior: Vinyl
Parking & Garage
Parking Spaces: 2

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2339 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 10, 2018
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09854137
Sold
$18,500
Apr 11, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$20,000
Apr 4, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
PendingToActive
$20,000
Feb 20, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$20,000
Feb 10, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$20,000
Price increased by 0%

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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  • 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 247 W Walnut St

  • What is the price history for 247 W Walnut St?
    247 W Walnut St in Kankakee, IL last sold for $18,500 in May 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 $160K. That is up $4.48K 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.
  • How big is the lot at 247 W Walnut St?
    The lot at 247 W Walnut St in Kankakee, IL is about 0.05 acres (2,339 sq ft).
  • Does 247 W Walnut St have parking?
    Yes, 247 W Walnut St in Kankakee, IL has on-site parking.

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