289 E Water St, Kankakee, IL 60901
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OFF MARKET

289 E Water St
Kankakee, IL 60901

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,136 sqft

$203,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 20, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,496/mo*
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$203,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 20, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,496/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,136 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$204K
Since last month
Decreased$1K (-0.5%)
Since last year
Increased$500 (+0.2%)
Since last sale
Increased$103K (+102.7%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +71% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$203K
July 2026$204K
June 2026$203K
May 2026$202K
April 2026$200K
March 2026$199K
February 2026$197K
January 2026$194K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

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
327 E Water St, Kankakee, IL
0.05
Single-Family Home
$169,950
10/01/25
2
1
1,000
881 S Dearborn Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$41,041
11/14/25
2
1
968
974 S Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.29
Single-Family Home
$155,000
08/18/26
2
1
984
940 S Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.27
Single-Family Home
$63,000
10/02/25
2
1
1,400
491 S Dearborn Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.25
Single-Family Home
$80,000
09/09/25
3
1
1,992
1181 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.61
Single-Family Home
$80,000
08/27/25
2
1
959
1179 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.54
Single-Family Home
$100,000
02/05/26
2
1
902
1093 S 6th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.63
Single-Family Home
$140,000
11/19/25
2
1
960
904 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.40
Single-Family Home
$100,000
08/22/25
2
3
1,488
1035 S 3rd Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.41
Single-Family Home
$154,900
07/31/26
3
1
1,802

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
327 E Water St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.05
$178,200
2
1
1,000
Off Market
187 E Water St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.08
$311,000
3
2
1,550
Recently Sold
881 S Dearborn Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.09
$41,041
2
1
968
Recently Sold
687 S Harrison Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.16
$481,200
4
2.5
3,277
Off Market
904 S Schuyler Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.13
$152,700
3
1
1,806
Off Market
529 S Indiana Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.22
$135,000
4
2
-
Recently Sold
946 S Schuyler Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.15
$134,900
3
3
-
For Sale
331 E Water St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.17
$385,000
3
2
2,300
Recently Sold
515 S Indiana Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.23
$164,100
2
1
1,200
Off Market
727 S Chicago Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.22
$269,200
4
2.5
2,900
Off Market
505 S Indiana Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.24
$232,000
5
2
2,262
Off Market
504 S Schuyler Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.23
$179,000
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For Sale

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 289 E Water St.
  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1952
Living Area
1,136 sqft
Price/Sqft
$179

About this House

Fantastic riverfront on boatable part of the Kankakee NO FLOOD INSURANCE NEEDED. A seawall & stairs that lead into the river. Beautifully remodeled - Since 2011 you can now enjoy the following updates: Beautiful new kitchen cabinetry, roof (1/2 new in '12, other 1/2 new '13), water heater, electric service panel, & beautiful flooring. Brick ranch, 2 bedroom,1 bath home includes an attached garage & carport. Front porch greets you to a spacious foyer that could be used as an office. Bedrooms are separated to give extra privacy. Wonderful design of the spacious kitchen that is open to the great room to allow for beautiful views of the backyard, deck, patio, & river. Small room off the garage-ideal for storing any outdoor items that you'd prefer not to get wet. Very clean basement includes laundry area, great storage space, & even room for your ping-pong or pool table.Call today for opportunity to be on the deep boatable part of river which is ideal for water activities & relaxation
289 E Water St, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,136 sqft single-family home built in 1952. It last sold for $100,000 on Mar 17, 2017. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $203,500, with a rent estimate of $1,538/month.

Home Details for 289 E Water St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Interior Details
Additional StorageNumber of Rooms: 4Storage
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherMicrowaveRefrigerator
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: OtherExterior: Brick

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1952
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6534 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 17, 2017
Source: N/A
Sold
$100,000
Sep 22, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$109,000
Sep 6, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$124,900
Jul 22, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$124,900
Dec 21, 2011
Source: N/A
Sold
$75,000

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

Around this home

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 289 E Water St

  • What is 289 E Water St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 289 E Water St in Kankakee, IL is $203,500.
  • What is the price history for 289 E Water St?
    289 E Water St in Kankakee, IL last sold for $100,000 in March 2017.
  • 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.
  • Does 289 E Water St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 289 E Water St in Kankakee, IL has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 289 E Water St?
    The lot at 289 E Water St in Kankakee, IL is about 0.15 acres (6,534 sq ft).

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