453 S Elm Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
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OFF MARKET

$167,800

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,536 sqft

453 S Elm Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901

Est. Refi. Payment $1,263/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Feb 6, 2025 for $150,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$168K
Since last month
Increased$6K (+3.9%)
Since last year
Increased$11K (+7.3%)
Since last sale
Increased$18K (+11.9%)
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 +325% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$168K
August 2026$168K
July 2026$162K
June 2026$160K
May 2026$160K
April 2026$156K
March 2026$158K
February 2026$159K
January 2026$156K
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
417 S Elm Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.03
Single-Family Home
$158,000
01/09/26
5
2
1,600
435 S Myrtle Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.07
Single-Family Home
$180,000
10/31/25
4
2
2,128
764 S Poplar Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.31
Single-Family Home
$175,000
10/07/25
3
1
1,440
657 S Poplar Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.21
Single-Family Home
$45,000
05/13/26
3
2
1,452
866 S Evergreen Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.40
Single-Family Home
$130,000
10/10/25
4
1.5
1,700
780 S Elm Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.31
Single-Family Home
$95,000
04/10/26
3
1.5
1,008
396 S Wildwood Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.18
Single-Family Home
$125,000
04/22/26
2
1.5
1,176
708 S Osborn Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.35
Single-Family Home
$233,000
05/27/26
4
2
1,420

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
417 S Elm Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.03
$158,000
5
2
1,600
Recently Sold
385 S Elm Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.07
$110,500
3
1
1,480
Off Market
375 S Elm Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.08
$165,100
2
2
1,200
Off Market
435 S Poplar Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.07
$210,800
4
3
1,602
Off Market
360 S Elm Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.10
$63,000
2
1
1,072
Recently Sold
484 S Elm Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.05
$101,100
3
1.5
1,800
Off Market
352 S Elm Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.11
$155,200
3
1
1,250
Off Market
417 S Myrtle Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.07
$124,000
2
1
936
Off Market
435 S Myrtle Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.07
$190,500
4
2
2,128
Off Market
1164 E Maple St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.13
$167,500
4
2
1,456
Off Market
1075 E Bourbonnais St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.08
$122,800
3
2
1,700
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1915
1,536 sqft
$109/sqft
Garage

About this House

Charming home with classic features and modern updates! Spacious foyer with custom woodwork and built-in bench. Large living room and dining room with vinyl flooring, plus a custom-built wood hutch in the dining area. Updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances (stove, fridge, hood fan, dishwasher). Main level includes a half bath and access to an unfinished basement with laundry. Upstairs, enjoy hardwood floors in the spacious bedrooms, including a remodeled full bath (2023). Features built-ins in the hallway and a grand original wood staircase. Large covered front porch and a concrete, covered back porch attached to the garage. The fully fenced yard is perfect for outdoor enjoyment. The detached 4-car garage is ideal for storage and hobbies. Updates include a new garage roof (2023) and a new furnace (2023). Freshly painted exterior and central AC/heat for year-round comfort. Don't miss this one! Sold as is
453 S Elm Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,536 sqft single-family home built in 1915. It last sold for $150,000 on Feb 6, 2025 (6% below the $159,900 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $167,800, with a rent estimate of $2,076/month.
Last check for updates: about 1 hour ago
Listed by Jaclyn D'Andrea, (708) 990-5720
Exclusive Realtors
Amy Mayer, (630) 267-8205
Exclusive Realtors
Bought with: Maribel Gutierrez, (708) 759-6475, RE/MAX 10
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12220561

Home Details for 453 S Elm Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,FullNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1536 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability Access
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Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 4Number of Covered Spaces: 4Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 4Parking: On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1915
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Prairie
Building
Construction Materials: StuccoNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 16170522101200

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $159,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Jan 06 2025Possession 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

Buyer Agent
Buyer Company Name: THE PRECIADO ACTION TEAM

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7250 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: FHA

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12220561Back On Market Date: Mon Dec 23 2024

Additional Information

Source Internet Consumer CommentSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Feb 6, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12220561
Sold
$150,000
Jan 7, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12220561
Contingent
$159,900
Dec 23, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12220561
PendingToActive
$159,900
Dec 18, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12220561
Contingent
$159,900
Dec 4, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12220561
Listed For Sale
$159,900

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 453 S Elm Ave

  • What is 453 S Elm Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 453 S Elm Ave in Kankakee, IL is $167,800.
  • What is the price history for 453 S Elm Ave?
    453 S Elm Ave in Kankakee, IL last sold for $150,000 in February 2025.
  • 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 453 S Elm Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 453 S Elm Ave in Kankakee, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 453 S Elm Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 453 S Elm Ave in Kankakee, IL has in-unit laundry.

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