2856 E 3500s Rd, Kankakee, IL 60901
SOLD
JUN 24, 2026

2856 E 3500s Rd
Kankakee, IL 60901

  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,357 sqft (on 2.90 acres)

$393,625

Last Sold: Jun 24, 2026
2% below list $400K
$167/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $2,815/mo*
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$393,625

Last Sold: Jun 24, 2026
2% below list $400K
$167/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $2,815/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,357 sqft
(on 2.90 acres)

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
1955
Lot Size
2.9 acres
Living Area
2,357 sqft
Price/Sqft
$167/sqft
Parking
2 Car Garage

About this House

This brick ranch delivers the full riverlife experience, set along the beautiful Kankakee River with access to a neighborhood boat launch and sweeping water views from multiple rooms. An enclosed, airconditioned sunroom with a builtin grill opens to a massive backyard and a great deck perfect for summer gatherings, while an additional, rear lot facing garage offers ideal space for a boat, trailer, or lawn equipment. Inside, a huge familyroom addition, a mudroom, and an ergonomic laundry room add everyday convenience. The living room shines with walls of windows overlooking the river and boasts an enormous stone fireplace. The updated kitchen blends modern finishes, granite counters, and stainless appliances with charming midcentury such as the brick wall with built in oven, and louvred access doors. Every bedroom includes a walkin closet, with the primary suite offering its own ensuite bath. With hardwood flooring throughout most of the home and multiple spaces designed for entertaining, this property is a rare blend of comfort, character, and unbeatable riverfront living.
2856 E 3500s Rd, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,357 sqft single-family home built in 1955. It last sold for $393,625 on Jun 24, 2026 (2% below the $399,900 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $396,300, with a rent estimate of $3,129/month.

Home Details for 2856 E 3500s Rd

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Crawl SpaceNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Sun Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2357 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Cooktop, Oven, Water SoftenerDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Living RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood, Laminate
View
Has a ViewView: Water, Back of Property

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Asphalt,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage
Frontage
WaterfrontWaterfront: River FrontOn Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic Tank

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1955
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 13172240002400

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $399,900Price Per Sqft: $167/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sat May 09 2026Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

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: 2.903 Acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12639041Water ViewWater View: Water, Back of Property

Additional Information

Source Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD IDX Comments Reviews: NoMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD AVM On IDX Display: YesMRD Address On VOW 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
Last check for updates: about 10 hours ago
Listed by Peter Grant, GRI, (815) 405-8610
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty
Bought with: Peter Grant, GRI, (815) 405-8610, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12639041

Price History for 2856 E 3500s Rd

DatePriceEventSource
06/24/2026$393,625Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12639041
05/20/2026$399,900ListingRemovedMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12639041
05/10/2026$399,900ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12639041
05/06/2026$399,900Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12639041
05/11/1993$92,000Sold
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Market trends in Kankakee

Last updated June 2026
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$7,292
Assessment$326,115
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 2856 E 3500s Rd

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Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
4248 S Youth Camp Rd, Saint Anne, IL
0.35
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$275,000
03/12/26
3
2
1,560
2621 E Heritage Dr, Kankakee, IL
0.33
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$225,000
09/26/25
3
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1,676
2750 E Riverview Dr, Kankakee, IL
0.18
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$180,000
03/16/26
3
1
2,212
4 Birchwood Ln, Saint Anne, IL
0.98
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$460,000
01/15/26
4
3
3,000
309 S Bridge St, Aroma Park, IL
0.69
Single-Family Home
$306,000
12/05/25
2
2
1,692
201 E Vanderkarr Rd, Saint Anne, IL
0.60
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$209,000
04/01/26
4
2
2,676
3150 River Rd, Kankakee, IL
0.52
Single-Family Home
$205,000
10/24/25
3
1
1,224
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0.62
Single-Family Home
$220,425
09/05/25
3
1
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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 2856 E 3500s Rd

  • What is 2856 E 3500s Rd estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 2856 E 3500s Rd in Kankakee, IL is $396,300.
  • What is the price history for 2856 E 3500s Rd?
    2856 E 3500s Rd in Kankakee, IL last sold for $393,625 in June 2026.
  • Is Kankakee a buyer's or seller's market?
    Kankakee is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • 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.
  • Does 2856 E 3500s Rd have air conditioning?
    Yes, 2856 E 3500s Rd in Kankakee, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 2856 E 3500s Rd have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 2856 E 3500s Rd in Kankakee, IL has in-unit laundry.
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