286 W River St, Kankakee, IL 60901
OFF MARKET

286 W River St
Kankakee, IL 60901

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,438 sqft
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,438 sqft

Home Value

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Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Address Not Disclosed, Kankakee, IL
0.33
Single-Family Home
$72,000
09/02/25
3
1
1,220
940 S Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.30
Single-Family Home
$63,000
10/02/25
2
1
1,400
491 S Dearborn Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.34
Single-Family Home
$80,000
09/09/25
3
1
1,992
547 W Bourbonnais St, Kankakee, IL
0.21
Single-Family Home
$99,000
11/19/25
3
1
1,146
143 N Entrance Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.50
Single-Family Home
$45,200
04/27/26
3
1
1,100
881 S Dearborn Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.39
Single-Family Home
$41,041
11/14/25
2
1
968
1035 S 3rd Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.37
Single-Family Home
$154,900
07/31/26
3
1
1,802
1151 S Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.48
Single-Family Home
$20,000
10/07/25
4
2
1,680
443 W Water St, Kankakee, IL
0.18
Single-Family Home
$197,000
02/26/26
3
1.5
1,252
261 N 6th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.68
Single-Family Home
$30,000
06/12/26
2
1
1,058

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
553 S 3rd St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.06
$170,550
4
1
-
Recently Sold
543 S 3rd Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.07
$290,000
8
4
-
For Sale
274 W Bourbonnais St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.09
$154,300
4
1.5
1,600
Off Market
530 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.09
$152,600
5
3
-
Off Market
340 W Bourbonnais St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.10
$62,900
3
1
1,060
Off Market
Lot 79 Riverbend Sub #79, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.12
-
-
-
-
Off Market
Lot 26 Wedgewood Est #26, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.12
-
-
-
-
Off Market
1030 S 1042 Osborn, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.12
$143,000
4
-
-
Off Market
SW Tanner & Riv, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.12
-
-
-
-
Off Market
507 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.13
$111,200
2
1
1,102
Off Market
423 W Water St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.17
$172,700
1
1
1,224
Off Market
443 W Water St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.18
$197,000
3
1.5
1,252
Recently Sold

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1900
Living Area
1,438 sqft

About this House

The property at 286 River St, Kankakee, IL is a Residential Single Family property with 3 bedroom(s) and 1.0 bathroom(s), built in 1900 and is 1438 square feet.<br/><br/>Live bidding is ACTIVE for this property, sold in "as is" condition without contingencies or warranties. Make your bid now!
286 W River St, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,438 sqft single-family home built in 1900. It last sold for $19,109 on Aug 14, 2014. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,565/month.

Home Details for 286 W River St

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Other

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1900
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 5
Heating & Cooling
Air ConditioningCooling System: Central

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5000 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 14, 2014
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08563220
Sold
$19,109
Mar 21, 2014
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$14,500
Jan 9, 2014
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$14,500
Price decreased by 4%
Dec 7, 2013
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$15,166
Jun 2, 2005
Source: N/A
Sold
$58,000

Market trends in Kankakee

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$160K
$4.48KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.8%
Price per sq ft
$116
Available listings
78
3MoM

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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 286 W River St

  • What is the price history for 286 W River St?
    286 W River St in Kankakee, IL last sold for $19,109 in August 2014.
  • Is Kankakee a buyer's or seller's market?
    Kankakee is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Kankakee?
    The median sale price in Kankakee is $160K. That is up $4.48K from the prior month.
  • 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 286 W River St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 286 W River St in Kankakee, IL has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 286 W River St?
    The lot at 286 W River St in Kankakee, IL is about 0.11 acres (5,000 sq ft).

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