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FOR SALE

NEW - 1 DAY AGO

2.9 ACRES

2856 E 3500s Rd
Kankakee, IL 60901

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

$399,900

Est. Mortgage $2,786/mo*

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$399,900

Est. Mortgage $2,786/mo*

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3 Beds

2.5 Baths

2,357 sqft

(on 2.90 acres)

Local Information

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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.

Home Highlights

Parking

2 Car Garage

Outdoor

No Info

A/C

Heating & Cooling

HOA

None

Price/Sqft

$170

Listed

1 day ago

Home Details for 2856 E 3500s Rd

Active Status
MLS Status: New

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 View: 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

Days on Market
Days on Market: 1

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: $170
Status Change & Dates Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

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: 12639041

HOA
HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information
Lot Area: 2.903 Acres

Listing Info
Special Conditions: None

Business
Business Information Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous
BasementMls Number: 12639041Water 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 6 hours ago

Listing courtesy of: Peter Grant, GRI, (815) 405-8610

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty

Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12639041

Also Listed on MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, BHHS broker feed.

Price History for 2856 E 3500s Rd

Date	Price	Event	Source
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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2750 E Riverview Dr, Kankakee, IL	0.18	Single-Family Home	$180,000	03/16/26	3	1	2,212
4248 S Youth Camp Rd, Saint Anne, IL	0.35	Single-Family Home	$275,000	03/12/26	3	2	1,560
201 E Vanderkarr Rd, Saint Anne, IL	0.60	Single-Family Home	$209,000	04/01/26	4	2	2,676
309 S Bridge St, Aroma Park, IL	0.69	Single-Family Home	$306,000	12/05/25	2	2	1,692
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85 % Say car is needed
80 % Say parking is easy
79 % Say yards are well-kept
75 % Say there are sidewalks
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64 % Say there's holiday spirit
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Donna Tymec
Resident
3w 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
Resident
2mo 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
Resident
8mo 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
9mo 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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11mo 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
Resident
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
Visitor
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
Resident
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
Resident
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
Resident
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
6y 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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6y 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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6y 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
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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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7y ago
"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, GRI, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty

Agent Phone: (815) 405-8610

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

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 MRED as distributed by MLS GRID on May 6, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 12639041.

2856 E 3500s Rd
Kankakee, IL 60901

$399,900

$399,900

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