281 W Walnut St, Kankakee, IL 60901
OFF MARKET

281 W Walnut St
Kankakee, IL 60901

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,200 sqft

$151,200

Trulia Estimate
as of May 23, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,119/mo*
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$151,200

Trulia Estimate
as of May 23, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,119/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,200 sqft

Local Information

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Description

Welcome home! This lovely gem located in Kankakee is just a minute or two from I-57, KCC, shopping, and downtown! Tons of gorgeous natural light floods the kitchen and living room, highlighting the high ceilings and exposed beams. Open concept kitchen/dining/living room optimizes the square footage. Beautifully remodeled kitchen with brand new Kitchenaid dishwasher and stove! Brand new waterproof luxury vinyl plank flooring and new carpeting throughout. Full unfinished basement is CLEAN and DRY! New roof on house and garage in 2022. Garage was built in 2014. Master bedroom, living room, and thermostat are on wifi switches, controllable from anywhere! Custom built raised gardening beds in the fenced in back yard and LOTS of beautifully flowerings bushes and shrubs! This house is just waiting for you to make it your HOME! Listing agent related to seller. Refrigerator does not stay. **MULTIPLE OFFERS RECIEVED, Highest & Best due by 6pm Monday 5/8/23**
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from July 28, 2023

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
1 day ago

Home Details for 281 W Walnut St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,FullNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Enclosed Porch, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1200 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Accessibility: No Disability Access
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltFoundation: Stone
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 16

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1885Year Renovated: 2022
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 16170643100800

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $114,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sat May 20 2023Possession 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

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4500 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To Sell

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 11776703Back On Market Date: Wed May 17 2023

Additional Information

Source Internet Entire Listing Display
Last check for updates: about 1 hour ago
Listed by Sara Castongia, (815) 937-4370
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty
Bought with: Francesca Haney, (815) 549-9996, Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#11776703

Price History for 281 W Walnut St

DatePriceEventSource
07/28/2023$125,000Sold
N/A
05/18/2023$114,900Listed For SaleBHHS broker feed #11776703
05/10/2023ListingRemovedBHHS broker feed
05/06/2023$114,900Listed For SaleBHHS broker feed #11776703
04/19/2018$35,000Sold
N/A
02/05/2018$34,000PendingAgent Provided
02/03/2018$34,000PendingToActiveAgent Provided
01/30/2018$34,000PendingAgent Provided
01/29/2018$34,000PendingToActiveAgent Provided
12/18/2017$34,000PendingAgent Provided
12/14/2017$34,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/20/2017$40,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$4,289
Assessment$108,828
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 281 W Walnut St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
345 W Jeffery St, Kankakee, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$125,000
07/17/25
2
1
967
1055 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$110,000
05/21/26
3
1.5
960
1470 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.29
Single-Family Home
$200,000
01/05/26
3
1
1,408
1075 S 7th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.35
Single-Family Home
$159,900
04/14/26
3
1
985
940 S Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.23
Single-Family Home
$63,000
10/07/25
2
1
1,400

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Kankakee

At least 210 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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281 W Walnut St, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,200 sqft single-family home built in 1885. This property is not currently available for sale. 281 W Walnut St was last sold on Jul 28, 2023 for $125,000 (9% higher than the asking price of $114,900). The current Trulia Estimate for 281 W Walnut St is $151,200.