491 Union Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
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OFF MARKET

$70,000

Last sold price
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 792 sqft

491 Union Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901

Currently Off Market - Sold May 31, 2024 for $70,000

Home Value

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Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
356 W Cypress St, Kankakee, IL
0.08
Single-Family Home
$46,000
05/20/26
2
1
832
229 N 6th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.29
Single-Family Home
$40,000
06/12/26
2
1
802
595 W Bridge St, Kankakee, IL
0.28
Single-Family Home
$126,100
05/15/26
2
1
700
945 Stone St, Kankakee, IL
0.44
Single-Family Home
$57,500
11/20/25
2
1
900
373 N Adams St, Kankakee, IL
0.15
Single-Family Home
$104,000
12/04/25
3
1
1,308
261 N 6th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.28
Single-Family Home
$30,000
06/12/26
2
1
1,058
208 E Birch St, Kankakee, IL
0.32
Single-Family Home
$45,000
10/06/25
3
1
900
143 N Entrance Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.30
Single-Family Home
$45,200
04/27/26
3
1
1,100
367 E Locust St, Kankakee, IL
0.40
Single-Family Home
$75,000
10/07/25
2
1.5
960
510 N Kennedy Dr, Kankakee, IL
0.52
Single-Family Home
$81,500
08/26/26
1
1
704

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
495 N Union Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.01
$99,500
2
1
768
Off Market
517 Union Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.04
-
2
1
-
Off Market
530 Union Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.06
-
3
1
788
Off Market
466 Union Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.04
$78,000
3
1
1,000
Off Market
458 Union Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.04
$101,400
3
-
-
Off Market
471 N Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.07
$119,000
4
1
1,200
Off Market
414 N Entrance Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.05
$139,400
3
1.5
1,680
Off Market
403 Union Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.06
-
4
2
1,552
Off Market
433 N Entrance Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.07
$138,300
3
1
1,217
Off Market
597 N Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.12
$203,500
3
1.5
1,750
Off Market
356 W Cypress St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.08
$46,000
2
1
832
Recently Sold

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1915
792 sqft
Open Parking

About this House

KANKAKEE - FOR SALE - New Roof & Newly Rehabbed, move-in Ready, 2 bedroom, 1 bath home. Great for an investment property or owner occupied residence! Conveniently located near major thoroughfares, highways and shopping center. Call today!
491 Union Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 792 sqft single-family home built in 1915. It last sold for $70,000 on May 31, 2024 (7% below the $74,900 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,284/month.
Last check for updates: about 8 hours ago
Listed by Buck Tamblyn, (815) 549-4301
McColly Bennett Real Estate
Bought with: Sarah Ruzick, (630) 908-0896, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#11952484

Home Details for 491 Union Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,FullNumber of Rooms: 4Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 792 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Accessibility: No Disability Access
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt
Parking & Garage
No Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Driveway,On Site,Owned
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1915Year Renovated: 2023
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 16093230600400

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $74,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Apr 18 2024Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Kankakee
School Information
Elementary School District: 111Jr High / Middle School District: 111High School District: 111

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 792 Square Feet

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 11952484Back On Market Date: Mon Feb 26 2024

Additional Information

Source Internet Automated Valuation DisplaySource Internet Consumer CommentSource Internet Entire Listing DisplaySource Internet Address DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: Yes

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 31, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11952484
Sold
$70,000
Apr 19, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11952484
Contingent
$74,900
Apr 4, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11952484
Listed For Sale
$74,900
Mar 25, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11952484
ListingRemoved
Feb 28, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11952484
Pending
$69,900

Market trends in Kankakee

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$185K
$25KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
—
Price per sq ft
—
Available listings
91
13MoM

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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 "
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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 491 Union Ave

  • What is the price history for 491 Union Ave?
    491 Union Ave in Kankakee, IL last sold for $70,000 in May 2024.
  • 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 $185K. That is up $25K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about Kankakee?
    Residents describe Kankakee, IL as easy to park in, well-kept, and pedestrian-friendly. See recently sold homes in Kankakee, IL.
  • Does 491 Union Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 491 Union Ave in Kankakee, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 491 Union Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 491 Union Ave in Kankakee, IL has laundry facilities.

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