261 N 6th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
PENDING

261 N 6th Ave
Kankakee, IL 60901

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,058 sqft

$39,900

Est. Mortgage $348/mo*
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$39,900

Est. Mortgage $348/mo*
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2 Beds
1 Bath
1,058 sqft

Local Information

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Description

This is an As Is Sale. Seller will not provide any inspections/ survey to close. Utilities are not on. All room measurements are estimated, buyer/ buyers agent responsible for verifying.

Home Highlights

Parking
No Info
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$38
Listed
77 days ago

Home Details for 261 N 6th Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Pending

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,FullNumber of Rooms: 4Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1058 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5Accessibility: No Disability Access
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltFoundation: Block
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Days on Market: 77

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1930
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Shingle SidingNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 16093231002000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $39,900Price Per Sqft: $38
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue May 12 2026Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow, Immediate

Location

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

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 12600319

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1158 Square Feet

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4125 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12600319

Additional Information

Source Internet Consumer CommentSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD IDX Comments Reviews: YesMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD AVM On IDX Display: YesMRD Address On VOW Display: YesMRD Price History On IDX Display: YesMRD Market Time On IDX Display: YesSource Internet Address DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesMRD Remarks On VOW Display: Yes
Last check for updates: about 10 hours ago
Listing courtesy of: Cindy Olson-Purdy, (815) 383-0026
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty
Brit-Anne Wilkening, (815) 383-2521
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12600319
Also Listed on MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, BHHS broker feed, MRED as distributed by MLS GRID.

Market trends in Kankakee

Last updated April 2026
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Available listings
84
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Price History for 261 N 6th Ave

DatePriceEventSource
05/13/2026$39,900PendingMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12600319
04/16/2026$39,900PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12600319
04/09/2026$46,900PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12600319
03/25/2026$49,900Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12600319
05/26/2020$20,400ListingRemovedAgent Provided
05/12/2020$20,400PriceChange
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04/25/2020$20,600PriceChange
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04/09/2020$20,800PriceChange
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03/10/2020$21,000PriceChange
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02/21/2020$22,000PriceChange
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02/05/2020$23,100PriceChange
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01/15/2020$24,200PriceChange
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12/20/2019$27,500PriceChange
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12/05/2019$29,600PriceChange
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11/09/2019$32,000PriceChange
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10/15/2019$32,700PriceChange
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09/25/2019$41,500PriceChange
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09/09/2019$45,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
11/20/2006$76,000Sold
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$4,299
Assessment$109,080
Home facts updated by county records

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Assigned Schools

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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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Cindy Olson-Purdy, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty
Agent Phone: (815) 383-0026
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Click here for more information
261 N 6th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,058 sqft single-family home built in 1930. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MRED as distributed by MLS GRID on Mar 25, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 12600319.