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2856 E 3500s Rd
Kankakee, IL 60901

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,357 sqft

$399,900

Est. Mortgage $2,828/mo*

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$399,900

Est. Mortgage $2,828/mo*

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3 Beds

2.5 Baths

2,357 sqft

We estimate this home will sell faster than 92% nearby.

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Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

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.

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We estimate this home will sell faster than 92% nearby.

Home Highlights

Parking

Attached Garage

Outdoor

No Info

A/C

Heating & Cooling

HOA

None

Price/Sqft

$170

Listed

34 days ago

Home Details for 2856 E 3500s Rd

Interior Features
Heating & Cooling Heating: Natural GasAir ConditioningCooling System: Central AirHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher

Days on Market
Days on Market: 34 days on Trulia

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1955
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home

Exterior Features
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached, Garage Attached

Price & Status
Price Price Per Sqft: $170

Agent Information
Listing Agent MLS/Source ID: 12639041

Market trends in Kankakee

Last updated May 2026

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Price History for 2856 E 3500s Rd

Date	Price	Event	Source
06/24/2026	$393,625	Sold	MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12639041
Recording Date 06/24/2026 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
05/20/2026	$399,900	ListingRemoved	MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12639041

05/10/2026	$399,900	Contingent	MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12639041

05/06/2026	$399,900	Listed For Sale	MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12639041

05/11/1993	$92,000	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 05/11/1993 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A

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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
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Donna Tymec
Resident
2mo ago
"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
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4mo ago
"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
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10mo ago
"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
Resident
11mo ago
"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
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1y ago
"…………Herscher is a great school district. Friendly neighborhood. Nice state park nearby. Safe for kids to play outside. "
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Kevali Amphy
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1y ago
"I wouldn’t take public transportation unless absolutely necessary. Little to no traffic. State and local police are active."
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Maliknorsworthy
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1y ago
"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
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1y ago
"Great access love this community. I am foreign here born and raised. I appreciate everything in this community."
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Lateesakfoster93
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2y ago
"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.
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5y ago
"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.
Resident
6y ago
"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
Resident
6y ago
"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.
Resident
6y ago
"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
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6y ago
"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.
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6y ago
"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
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6y ago
"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
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6y ago
"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.
Prev. Resident
7y ago
"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
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7y ago
"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.
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7y ago
"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
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7y ago
"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
Resident
7y ago
"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
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7y ago
"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
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"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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Peter Grant, Speckman Realty

Agent Phone: (815) 937-4370

2856 E 3500s Rd, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,357 sqft single-family home built in 1955. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by BHHS broker feed on May 22, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 12639041.

2856 E 3500s Rd
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$399,900

$399,900

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