2833 River Rd, Kankakee, IL 60901
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UNDER CONTRACT
0.87 ACRES

$335,000

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,340 sqft (on 0.87 acres)

2833 River Rd, Kankakee, IL 60901

Est. Mortgage $2,572/mo*
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1970
0.87 acre lot
$250/sqft
Garage

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 2833 River Rd.
  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

What's unique:Kankakee river waterfrontSmoke houseRiverfront retreatWonderful outdoor amenitiesComfortable living spacesCompletely remodeled bathrooms
Fabulous Kankakee River waterfront, beautifully remodeled home on the boatable part of the river! Enjoy the quality and comfort of this meticulously remodeled home in 2020, where thoughtful updates blend beautifully with character and inviting living spaces. Gorgeous hardwood flooring flows throughout much of the home, complemented by new lighting, completely remodeled bathrooms, and a stunning new kitchen featuring hard-surface counter-tops, a beautiful back-splash, new appliances and updated lighting. The original cabinets are quality oak cabinets. The open-concept kitchen flows seamlessly into the great room, creating an ideal gathering space for family and friends. The great room features a gas fireplace, while the thermal pane windows provide beautiful views of the spacious backyard and the serene Kankakee River beyond. Step outside and enjoy your own riverfront retreat. The backyard offers plenty of room for entertaining, relaxing and enjoying the beauty of the river. Along the riverfront, the seawall features a new concrete cap and a lovely concrete patio that serves as a welcoming entry to the dock. The sale includes the U-shaped dock and dock hoist, making it easy to put your dock in and out of the water. After you catch some fish, perhaps you will enjoy the smoke house to give your fish a real gourmet taste. For the hobbyist, or if you need additional workspace, there is a separate shop building perfect for hobbies and projects. There is a 2 car detached garage with a wide, pull-down ladder that leads to a fully floored attic storage area to help you keep everything organized. The finished basement provides even more living and entertaining space, including a recreation room with a pool table and paneled walls that create a charming 1970's mid-century-modern feel. To the left of the fireplace, you'll find additional storage shelving tucked behind a cleverly concealed cabinet that blends beautifully with the paneled walls. A second full bathroom and the mechanical systems have also been updated since 2020. Beautifully updated including a new roof on the house, garage and shop 9/2026; since 2020 new HVAC, windows, appliances, lighting, bathrooms and kitchen. A generator is included too. Note: New siding coming on north and south sides of the peaks on the garage (shake look) and on the west side of the shop. This is a special opportunity to enjoy the Kankakee River from a home that combines modern updates, comfortable living spaces and wonderful outdoor amenities. Call today for your private tour.
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listing courtesy of: Lisa Sanford, CRS,GRI, (815) 922-6924
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12769449

Home Details for 2833 River Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,FullNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Office, Recreation RoomWet Bar
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1340 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Oven, Water Softener Owned, Electric CooktopDishwasherDryerLaundry: Gas Dryer HookupMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 2Fireplace: Wood Burning, Gas Log, More than one, Basement, Great RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Replacement WindowsDoor: Storm Door(s)Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood
View
Has a ViewView: Water, Back of Property, Side(s) of Property
Security
Security: Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltOther Structures: Outbuilding, Boat DockExterior: DockFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Concrete,Garage Door Opener,Garage,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached
Frontage
WaterfrontWaterfront: River FrontOn Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic TankWater Body: KANKAKEE RIVER
Farm & Range
Includes Irrigation Water Rights
Finished Area
Finished Area (below surface): 1300 Square Feet

Days on Market

Days on Market: 3

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1970Year Renovated: 2021
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New ConstructionIs Habitable Residence
Property Information
Parcel Number: 161715305026

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $335,000Price Per Sqft: $250
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Contingent

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: 12769449

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2680 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Water Rights, Street Paved

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: NoneHOA Fee: No HOA Fee

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.87 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Contingencies: House to Close (48 Hr Kick-out)

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12769449Zillow Contingency Status: Under ContractAttic: Pull Down StairWater ViewWater View: Water, Back of Property, Side(s) of PropertyActivation Date: Wed Oct 07 2026

Additional Information

Water RightsStreet PavedSource Internet Consumer CommentMRD SHARE WITH CLIENTS: YesSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD IDX Comments Reviews: YesMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD Address On VOW Display: YesMRD AVM On IDX Display: YesSource Internet Automated Valuation DisplayMRD Price History On IDX Display: YesMRD Market Time On IDX Display: YesMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address DisplayMRD Remarks On VOW Display: Yes

What Locals Say about Kankakee

This October

Trick-or-Treat Score

Built from what locals say about this neighborhood.
  • 75% say there are sidewalks
  • 64% say there's holiday spirit
  • 51% say neighbors are friendly
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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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • 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 "
  • 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 "
  • Sluiterdbm
    "Plenty of people walking dogs in the neighborhood and a park down by the river as well. Very nice neighborhood!"
  • 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!"
  • Kathleen Donovan Downey
    "…………Herscher is a great school district. Friendly neighborhood. Nice state park nearby. Safe for kids to play outside. "
  • Kevali Amphy
    "I wouldn’t take public transportation unless absolutely necessary. Little to no traffic. State and local police are active."
  • Maliknorsworthy
    "ne of the main roles of parents is providing encouragement, support and access to activities that enable a child to master key developmental"
  • Olivia Johnson
    "Great access love this community. I am foreign here born and raised. I appreciate everything in this community."
  • 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."
  • Mark E. H.
    "Great schools and right next to Hawkins Park with a 2/3 mile jogging track. Close to hospitals. Country living. "
  • 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."
  • 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"
  • 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 "
  • 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 "
  • Kennice B.
    "I lived here for 1 yr it's been pretty quiet nice place to live so far will recommend neighborhood to anyone "
  • 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 "
  • Gerraile
    "There are parks and green spaces but you have to travel through intrepid waters or neighborhoods to get to some. "
  • 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."
  • 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."
  • 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."
  • 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. "
  • 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. "
  • 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. "
  • Kellielafevor
    "Our community does amazing things. The farmers market, downtown activities, the public library. We love our daycare and preschool in the district. "

Market trends in Kankakee

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$185K
$25K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
—
Price per sq ft
—
Available listings
91
13
MoM

Home Value

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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
0.30
Single-Family Home
$251,000
03/13/26
3
2
1,591
0.39
Single-Family Home
$235,000
12/17/25
4
2
2,063
0.79
Single-Family Home
$253,000
06/29/26
3
2
1,236
0.49
Single-Family Home
$375,000
07/21/26
3
2.5
2,515
0.79
Single-Family Home
$235,000
10/17/25
2
2
1,847
0.47
Single-Family Home
$205,000
10/24/25
3
1
1,224
0.95
Single-Family Home
$306,000
12/05/25
2
2
1,692
0.43
Single-Family Home
$206,000
06/18/26
3
1
1,200

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
0.02
-
-
-
-
Off Market
0.02
$264,700
Studio
-
-
Off Market
0.03
$277,700
Studio
-
-
Off Market
0.03
$231,200
3
1
1,400
Off Market
0.04
$278,700
3
1.5
1,492
Off Market
0.05
$247,800
Studio
-
-
Off Market
0.05
$259,000
4
2
1,600
For Sale
0.07
$302,800
Studio
-
-
Off Market
0.07
$204,200
3
1
1,360
Off Market
0.07
-
Studio
-
-
Off Market
0.07
$178,700
3
1
1,056
Off Market
0.08
$191,000
3
1
1,358
Off Market
0.08
$221,700
Studio
-
-
Off Market
0.08
$188,800
Studio
-
-
Off Market
0.08
$254,200
4
1.5
1,840
Off Market
0.09
-
Studio
-
-
Off Market
0.09
$514,300
Studio
-
-
Off Market
0.09
$287,200
3
1.5
2,297
Off Market
0.09
$257,900
3
2
1,678
Off Market
0.10
$234,500
Studio
-
-
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 8, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12769449
Contingent
$335,000
Oct 8, 2026
Source: BHHS broker feed #12769449
Pending
$335,000
Oct 7, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12769449
Listed For Sale
$335,000
Oct 19, 2020
Source: N/A
Sold
$250,000

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Lisa Sanford, CRS,GRI, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty
Agent Phone: (815) 922-6924
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Frequently asked questions about 2833 River Rd

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 2833 River Rd?
    Based on a $335,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 2833 River Rd in Kankakee, IL is approximately $2,588 (about $1,890 principal & interest, $623 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 2833 River Rd compare to homes in Kankakee?
    2833 River Rd in Kankakee, IL is listed at $335,000, about 81% above the $185K median sale price in Kankakee.
  • What do residents say about Kankakee?
    Residents describe Kankakee, IL as easy to park in, well-kept, and pedestrian-friendly. See homes for sale in Kankakee, IL.
  • What are the closest schools to 2833 River Rd?
    The closest schools to 2833 River Rd in Kankakee, IL are Kankakee High School (rated 4/10), Kankakee Junior High School (rated 4/10), King Middle Grade School (Elementary, rated 4/10).
  • Does 2833 River Rd have air conditioning?
    Yes, 2833 River Rd in Kankakee, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 2833 River Rd have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 2833 River Rd in Kankakee, IL has in-unit laundry.
2833 River Rd, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,340 sqft single-family home built in 1970. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MRED as distributed by MLS GRID on Oct 7, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 12769449.