295 W Vanmeter St, Kankakee, IL 60901
OFF MARKET

295 W Vanmeter St
Kankakee, IL 60901

  • 4 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,560 sqft

$172,600

Trulia Estimate
as of May 17, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,257/mo*
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$172,600

Trulia Estimate
as of May 17, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,257/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,560 sqft

Local Information

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Description

SPACIOUS & WELL-MAINTAINED 3 bedroom home in desirable West Kankakee! It needs a little TLC. There is an open living area - perfect for entertaining - as well as an efficient kitchen that needs updating, comfortable main-floor bedroom, and 2 single rooms upstairs. Notice how the original woodwork in place adds beauty and character! The full basement has a generous laundry zone, plus 2 additional rooms for storage or crafts. Set on a large corner lot, the outdoor space includes an easy-care lawn, pretty backyard, and custom-built 2 car garage. A great location, and a GREAT place to call home - Reach out today to schedule your showing!
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from December 12, 2023

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 295 W Vanmeter St

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partially Finished,FullNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Enclosed Porch, Family Room, Family Room Down, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Other Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1560 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability Access

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 16170642500800

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $115,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Oct 06 2023Possession 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: 7500 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 11862447
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listed by Lisa Rosenboom, (815) 933-9700
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with: Kellie Baranowski, (815) 592-8346, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#11862447

Price History for 295 W Vanmeter St

DatePriceEventSource
11/02/2023$105,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11862447
10/08/2023$115,000PendingMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11862447
09/01/2023$115,000PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11862447
08/18/2023$125,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11862447
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$4,200
Assessment$106,575
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 295 W Vanmeter St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1320 S 3rd Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.22
Single-Family Home
$91,500
08/15/25
3
1.5
1,188
932 S Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$59,500
07/29/25
3
1
1,500
837 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.25
Single-Family Home
$180,000
11/26/25
3
2
1,672
904 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$100,000
08/22/25
2
3
1,488
650 W Charles St, Kankakee, IL
0.33
Single-Family Home
$90,000
06/12/25
2
2
1,600
957 S 7th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.36
Single-Family Home
$165,000
04/17/26
3
2
1,248
994 S 7th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.31
Single-Family Home
$188,500
05/23/25
3
2
1,200

Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Kankakee

At least 210 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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295 W Vanmeter St, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,560 sqft single-family home. This property is not currently available for sale. 295 W Vanmeter St was last sold on Nov 2, 2023 for $105,000 (9% lower than the asking price of $115,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 295 W Vanmeter St is $172,600.