478 S Nelson Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
OFF MARKET

$61,300

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 864 sqft

478 S Nelson Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901

Est. Refi. Payment $503/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Mar 23, 2015 for $13,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$61.3K
Since last month
Increased$1K (+2%)
Since last year
Decreased$7K (-9.8%)
Since last sale
Increased$47K (+351.1%)
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 +331% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$61K
July 2026$60K
June 2026$65K
May 2026$67K
April 2026$66K
March 2026$70K
February 2026$68K
January 2026$63K
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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
540 S Osborn Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.10
Single-Family Home
$65,000
04/16/26
2
1
826
459 S Nelson Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.05
Single-Family Home
$105,500
08/07/26
2
1
1,008
601 S Osborn Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$83,000
11/14/25
2
1
504
625 S Gordon Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.23
Single-Family Home
$78,500
02/26/26
2
1
672
257 N Hobbie Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.57
Single-Family Home
$12,000
02/24/26
3
1
1,037
945 E Hickory St, Kankakee, IL
0.49
Single-Family Home
$47,500
02/02/26
2
1
890
639 Wood Ct, Kankakee, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$94,000
12/04/25
3
1
960
473 S Nelson Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.04
Single-Family Home
$115,000
07/31/26
2
2
982
775 S Gordon Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.32
Single-Family Home
$75,000
06/05/26
2
1
675
1847 Sunnyside Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.33
Single-Family Home
$140,000
10/20/25
2
1
1,008

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
459 S Nelson Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.05
$105,500
2
1
1,008
Recently Sold
473 S Nelson Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.04
$115,000
2
2
982
Recently Sold
1665 E Bourbonnais St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.03
$171,700
3
2
-
Off Market
496 S Nelson Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.03
$219,600
3
2.5
1,642
Off Market
1571 E Bourbonnais St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.05
-
2
1
930
Off Market
1529 E Bourbonnais St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.06
$133,700
3
1.5
928
Off Market
357 E Hickory St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.12
$140,900
4
3
-
Off Market
363-365 E Hickory St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.12
$241,600
4
4
-
Off Market
1686 E Bourbonnais St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.07
$189,000
3
1.5
2,477
Recently Sold
1770 E Maple St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.14
$71,700
2
1
1,168
Off Market
381 S Nelson Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.15
$152,500
4
2
-
Recently Sold
540 S Osborn Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.10
$65,000
2
1
826
Recently Sold

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1925
Living Area
864 sqft
Price/Sqft
$71
Parking
Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 478 S Nelson Ave, Kankakee, IL. 478 S Nelson Ave is in Kankakee, IL and in ZIP code 60901. This property has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 864 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 491 sqft and was built in 1925.
478 S Nelson Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 864 sqft single-family home built in 1925. It last sold for $13,500 on Mar 23, 2015. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $61,300, with a rent estimate of $1,301/month.

Home Details for 478 S Nelson Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: GasHeating Fuel: Gas
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Family Room

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: OtherExterior: Other
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Space: 1Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1925
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Lot Information

Lot Area: 491 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 23, 2015
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08848579
Sold
$13,500
Feb 28, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$15,000

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 478 S Nelson Ave

  • What is 478 S Nelson Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 478 S Nelson Ave in Kankakee, IL is $61,300.
  • What is the price history for 478 S Nelson Ave?
    478 S Nelson Ave in Kankakee, IL last sold for $13,500 in March 2015.
  • 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.
  • How big is the lot at 478 S Nelson Ave?
    The lot at 478 S Nelson Ave in Kankakee, IL is about 0.01 acres (491 sq ft).
  • Does 478 S Nelson Ave have a garage?
    Yes, 478 S Nelson Ave in Kankakee, IL has a garage.

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