480 E  Birch St, Kankakee, IL 60901
UNDER CONTRACT

480 E Birch St
Kankakee, IL 60901

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,683 sqft

$110,000

Est. Mortgage $827/mo*

$110,000

Est. Mortgage $827/mo*
4 Beds
2 Baths
1,683 sqft

Local Information

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Description

STOP THE CAR - This One's Back and Better Than Ever! Just returned to the market with major upgrades already complete! This home features a brand-new roof, including all-new rafters, fascia, soffits, and gutters-delivering lasting protection and polished curb appeal. A rare chance to grab a move-in-ready gem with big-ticket improvements already done!Spacious and affordable 2-story home with 4 generously sized bedrooms and 2 full baths, situated next to a corner lot. Upon entering, you'll be welcomed by a large living room, perfect for relaxation. The first floor includes a cozy den, one bedroom, and a beautifully updated full bath. The charming updated kitchen brings a modern feel with a walk-in pantry. Modern updates throughout include some laminate flooring, carpeting and newly dry-walled ceilings in the living room. Upstairs, you'll find three well-lit bedrooms, each offering ample space, along with another updated full bath. Additional updates include a furnace (2015), custom kitchen cabinets, granite countertops, backsplash, laminate flooring (2025), and a water heater (2018). The full basement, with exterior access, provides plenty of room for storage. Conveniently located just minutes from downtown Kankakee, with easy access to I-57, the AMTRAK station, grocery stores, gas stations, restaurants, and parks. Don't miss the opportunity to see this home - schedule your showing today!

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Parking Spaces
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$65
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 480 E Birch St

Active Status

MLS Status: Contingent

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,FullNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Den, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1683 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, RefrigeratorRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
No Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Laminate, Carpet
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Laminate, Carpet
View
No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
No Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Off Street,Yes,Owned
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Days on Market: 180+

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1915
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Aluminum SidingNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 16093240200800

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $110,000Price Per Sqft: $65
Status Change & Dates
Possession 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

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 12282130
Buyer Agent
Buyer Company Name: The Amelia Bodie Team

Community

Community Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: NoneHOA Fee: No HOA Fee

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3500 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Contingencies: Attorney/Inspection

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12282130Zillow Contingency Status: Under ContractActivation Date: Fri Feb 07 2025Back On Market Date: Thu Apr 03 2025

Additional Information

ParkCurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet PavedSource Internet Consumer CommentMRD SHARE WITH CLIENTS: YesSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD IDX Comments Reviews: YesMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD Address On VOW Display: YesMRD AVM On IDX Display: YesSource Internet Automated Valuation DisplayMRD Price History On IDX Display: YesMRD Market Time On IDX Display: YesSource Internet Address DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesMRD Remarks On VOW Display: Yes
Last check for updates: about 12 hours ago
Listing courtesy of: Brenda Ervin, (815) 685-0106
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12282130

Market trends in Kankakee

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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Sale-to-List Price
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Available listings
75
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Price History for 480 E Birch St

DatePriceEventSource
05/20/2026$110,000ListingRemovedMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12282130
05/15/2026$110,000ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12282130
04/20/2026$110,000PendingToActiveMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12282130
03/20/2026$110,000ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12282130
01/05/2026$110,000PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12282130
10/17/2025$117,500PendingToActiveMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12282130
10/03/2025$117,500ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12282130
08/16/2025$117,500PendingToActiveMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12282130
07/14/2025$117,500PendingMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12282130
06/27/2025$117,500Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12282130
04/28/2025$105,000ListingRemovedMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12282130
04/05/2025$105,000ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12282130
04/03/2025$105,000PendingToActiveMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12282130
04/03/2025$105,000ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12282130
03/19/2025$105,000PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12282130
02/07/2025$114,900Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12282130
03/17/2004$9,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08194782

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$1,747
Assessment$44,331
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 480 E Birch St

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Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
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Sqft
0.17
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$20,000
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1,568
0.29
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1,272
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$75,000
10/07/25
2
1.5
960
0.24
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$60,000
07/28/25
3
1.5
1,200
0.09
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$50,000
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0.21
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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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • 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 "
  • 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 "
  • Sluiterdbm
    "Plenty of people walking dogs in the neighborhood and a park down by the river as well. Very nice neighborhood!"
  • 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!"
  • Kathleen Donovan Downey
    "…………Herscher is a great school district. Friendly neighborhood. Nice state park nearby. Safe for kids to play outside. "
  • Kevali Amphy
    "I wouldn’t take public transportation unless absolutely necessary. Little to no traffic. State and local police are active."
  • Maliknorsworthy
    "ne of the main roles of parents is providing encouragement, support and access to activities that enable a child to master key developmental"
  • Olivia Johnson
    "Great access love this community. I am foreign here born and raised. I appreciate everything in this community."
  • 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."
  • Mark E. H.
    "Great schools and right next to Hawkins Park with a 2/3 mile jogging track. Close to hospitals. Country living. "
  • 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."
  • 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"
  • 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 "
  • 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 "
  • Kennice B.
    "I lived here for 1 yr it's been pretty quiet nice place to live so far will recommend neighborhood to anyone "
  • 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 "
  • Gerraile
    "There are parks and green spaces but you have to travel through intrepid waters or neighborhoods to get to some. "
  • 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."
  • 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."
  • 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."
  • 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. "
  • 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. "
  • 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. "
  • Kellielafevor
    "Our community does amazing things. The farmers market, downtown activities, the public library. We love our daycare and preschool in the district. "

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Brenda Ervin, Coldwell Banker Realty
Agent Phone: (815) 685-0106
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480 E Birch St, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,683 sqft single-family home built in 1915. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MRED as distributed by MLS GRID on Jun 27, 2025. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 12282130.